Why Apple Watch needs a smarter Siri and better health software more than the iPhone does
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Nina Raemont
Baker's choice. Dense with flavour, light on filler.
Summary
The article discusses how the Apple Watch needs a better Siri and software improvements more than the iPhone does, especially in the health and fitness space. The author draws comparisons between Apple's wearable ecosystem and competitors like Fitbit and Whoop, suggesting that Apple's partnership with Google could supercharge its health suite. While a screenless health tracker from Apple would be welcome, the author argues that substantial software upgrades to Siri and health features are more critical for Apple's wearable future.
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Apple's partnership with Google could supercharge its own health suite and wearable.
I have been wearing Google's screenless Fitbit Air for a few weeks now, and while comparisons to its luxury counterpart, the Whoop, abound, testing Google's health tracker put my mind on its biggest rival, Apple, instead.
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