The Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) was released in 2015 and featured a stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal display, and a ceramic back. It was available in 38mm and 42mm sizes.
Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) Price
At the time of it's release in 2015, May, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) was about 650 EUR.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
How to reset or factory restore a Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) device?
To reset or factory restore an Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) device, you can follow the steps below: 1. Charge the Apple Watch: The first step is to ensure that the Apple Watch is fully charged. This will prevent any interruptions during the reset process. 2. Open the "Settings" app: On the Apple Watch, open the "Settings" app by pressing and holding down the "Digital Crown" until the settings menu appears. 3. Scroll down and select "General": Scroll down through the settings menu, and select "General" from the list of options. 4. Scroll up and select "Reset All Settings": Scroll up within the "General" settings menu until you find "Reset All Settings". Tap on "Reset All Settings". 5. Re-enter your passcode: Once the reset process is started, you will be prompted to enter your passcode. Enter your passcode, which is the same one used to unlock the Apple Watch, to confirm your identity. 6. Wait for the reset to complete: Once you've entered your passcode, the reset process will begin. This process can take a few minutes, so it's important to be patient. Do not disconnect your Watch from the charger while the reset is in progress. 7. Set up the Apple Watch: After the reset process is complete, you will be prompted to set up the Apple Watch from scratch. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process. Make sure to connect the Apple Watch to the paired iPhone, and turn on "AllowPairing" on the iPhone. Note: Resetting your Apple Watch will erase all your data, so make sure to backup any important information to an external storage device or cloud service before starting the reset process. It is also important to note that if your Apple Watch is currently connected to a paired iPhone, the reset process will erase all data from that iPhone as well. Therefore, it is recommended to read the on-screen instructions carefully before executing the restore process.
What type of bands are compatible with the Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen)?
The Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) is compatible with all Apple Watch bands.
What type of processor does the Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) have?
The Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) has a dual-core S1P processor.
What type of display does the Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) have?
The Apple Watch 38mm (1st gen) has a Retina display with Force Touch.
Specifications
Network
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
|---|---|
| 2G bands | N/A |
| GPRS | No |
| EDGE | No |
Launch
| Announced | 2014, September. Released 2015, May |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
Body
| Dimensions | 38.6 x 33.3 x 10.5 mm (1.52 x 1.31 x 0.41 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 40 g body (2.72 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Sapphire crystal), ceramic/sapphire crystal back, stainless steel frame |
| SIM | No |
| IPX7 water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes | |
Display
| Type | Retina OLED, 450 nits (peak) |
|---|---|
| Size | 1.5 inches |
| Resolution | 340 x 272 pixels (~290 ppi density) |
| Protection | Sapphire crystal glass |
| 3D Touch display | |
Platform
| OS | watchOS 1.0, upgradable to 4.3.2 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple S1 (28 nm) |
| CPU | 520 MHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX543 |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
|---|---|
| Internal | 8GB 512MB RAM |
Camera
| No |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.0, LE |
| Positioning | No |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | No |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate |
|---|---|
| Natural language commands and dictation | |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 205 mAh (0.78 Wh), non-removable |
|---|---|
| Charging | Wireless |
Misc
| Colors | Stainless Steel/Red, White, Brown/Black/Blue/Red/Marigold/Jay Buckle, Blue/Stone Leather Loop, Silver/Space Black Milanese Loop, Link Bracelet, Space Black Stainless Steel/Black, Black Link Bracelet, Pearl Woven Nylon |
|---|---|
| Models | A1553 |
| Price | About 650 EUR |
