Apple Watch Series 9 Adds Red Variant, Backs HIV/AIDS Initiatives
- Posted on December 5, 2023
- Technology
- By Arijit Dutta
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Apple launched a new (PRODUCT) RED variant of Watch Series 9, contributing to the Global Fund against HIV/AIDS and COVID-19. Through sales, Apple pledges $1 for each purchase, aiding essential treatments. WatchOS 10 introduces the RED option with various watch faces, and the device boasts enhanced features like faster charging and improved display brightness.
In
a recent move, Apple Inc., the tech giant from Cupertino, unveiled its latest
addition to the Watch Series 9 lineup, introducing the vibrant Red variant.
This edition, themed under the (PRODUCT) RED initiative, aims to support the
Global Fund's relentless battle against HIV/AIDS and COVID-19.
The
release of this special edition coincides with World AIDS Day, marking Apple's
commitment to social responsibility. The striking Red Series 9 comes adorned
with distinctive watch faces, an effort to raise awareness and support for
these crucial causes.
Available
for purchase on Apple's official website and authorized retail outlets, the
(PRODUCT) RED Apple Watch Series 9 is priced at Rs 41,900 (USD 399). With every
sale, Apple pledges to donate $1 towards the Global Fund, contributing to vital
treatments and testing to combat these diseases.
Apple's enduring partnership with (RED) underscores its dedication to social impact. Over 17 years, Apple and its customers have jointly contributed over a quarter of a billion dollars, providing essential aid to millions of individuals. This collaboration has significantly aided HIV-positive mothers in preventing the transmission of the virus to their newborns, a commendable feat in the fight against the disease.
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The
latest WatchOS 10 update introduces the Red option, featuring an array of
captivating watch faces, including Solar Analog, Palette, World Time,
Metropolitan, Gradient, Stripes, Numerals Mono, and Typograph.
Power-packed
with the Apple S9 chipset and a 4-core Neural Engine, the Series 9 Watch offers
innovative features like fast charging, the 'double tap' gesture, and on-device
Siri. Its enhanced display boasting up to 2000 nits of peak brightness elevates
the user experience significantly, doubling the brightness capability compared
to its predecessor, Series 8.
With the S9 SiP's power efficiency, the Apple Watch Series 9 ensures an impressive battery life of up to 18 hours, aligning technology with sustainability.