Apple Watch Series 2 review: Less silly, more usable

Yes, Apple does know what time it is. It's time to get serious about smartwatches.

Life is pretty good with the new Apple Watch Series 2. It looks exactly like my old Apple Watch, the wearable Apple unveiled two years ago (and launched about 18 months ago), but has new components and brand-new software. Both have changed the experience with Apple’s smartwatch in largely positive ways.

While little has changed in Apple Watch design, Series 2 and the latest software, called watchOS 3, do represent an important strategic shift. In particular, the new OS moves aside cutesy features like Digital Touch (that's where you draw on the screen) and sharing your heartbeat in favor of more utility. Those features aren't gone, but they've definitely been demoted. Read more...