【Adventure Archives】

The Adventure ArchivesApple Watch Series 10 dropped and was announced at the Sept. 9 "Glowtime" event on Monday — and I got a chance to explore the new wearable in all of its titanium glory.

The Apple Watch, quiet as its kept, has become more of a fashion statement for some consumers who couldn't care less about heart-rate monitoring and "closing their rings." From the case finish to the band type, the stylish Apple Watch combos are endless.

However, I'm convinced that, after having a hands-on experience with the Apple Watch Series 10 in person, I've discovered the nirvana of band-and-case combos, particularly for those who want to look more opulent and sophisticated.

---

You May Also Like

---

---

SEE ALSO: Apple Event 2024: Everything announced, including iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10

Apple Watch Series 10 hands-on

Taking a page out of the iPhone 15 series' playbook, the Apple Watch Series 10 debuted in three new Titanium finishes:

• Natural Titanium

• Gold Titanium

• Slate Titanium

You can also grab three colors in a less-expensive aluminum finish that comes in Silver, Rose Gold, and Jet Black, but why be Adam Sandler when you can be Victoria Beckham?

Gold Titanium finish with Link Bracelet Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

When I saw that Gold Titanium case, man, I was salivating. It's arguably the most stunning finish on an Apple Watch Series 10.

However, I didn't love the Link Bracelet it was paired with. It was unintuitive to unclasp and clip together. (If I purchased this, I'd likely have to ask my partner to help me remove it or put it on.) Plus, it didn't appear to have any micro-adjustment capabilities, so it didn't fit very well.

Mashable Light Speed Want more out-of-this world tech, space and science stories? Sign up for Mashable's weekly Light Speed newsletter. By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Thanks for signing up!

Apple Watch Series 10 with Link Bracelet Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

But then I saw the Milanese Loop on another Apple Watch Series 10. It captures some of that sophisticated feel of the Link Bracelet, but it's still easy to put on and take off. It's the best of both worlds.

Look at that Milanese Loop. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

As such, Gold Titanium Apple Watch Series 10 + Milanese Loop is the winning combo. I'm telling you.

New speakers

I didn't get to test this unfortunately, but I'm most excited about the Apple Watch Series 10 featuring speakers. In other words, you'll have the ability to listen to podcasts and jam out to tunes directly from your wrist.

Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

It was as if Apple was listening to me complain about my Apple Watch Series 9. I can't tell you how often I wished that my Apple Watch Series 9 could play some of my favorite jams while going for a jog.

Chances are high that the speakers will likely sound tinny, but I'm OK with that. The trade-off is worth it for the convenience of playing audio on a wrist-bound wearable.

Is Apple Watch Series 10 worth it?

The Apple Watch Series 10 also reportedly features fast charging (80% in 30 minutes), brighter display from more angles, and a new sleep apnea monitor. Interestingly, the new sleep apnea sensor will also be available on the previous-gen Apple Watch Series 9 and the current-gen Apple Watch Ultra 2.

But the one thing I didn't hear from Apple is longer battery life. Similar to the Watch Series 9, the Watch Series 10 will have an 18-hour runtime. As such, I wasn't prompted to upgrade. (One thing I don't love about my Watch Series 9 is the fact that I need to charge it too often.)

However, that new speaker feature is calling my name. And if you're fashion-focused, I'm telling you that the Gold Titanium-and-Milanese-Loop combo screams old money.

But if none of these are particularly compelling to you, feel free to wait until Apple Watch Series 11.

Apple Watch Series 10 $359 at Amazon
$429 Save $70

Topics Apple Apple Watch

• Life
• Digital Culture
• Shopping
• Social Good
• Entertainment
• Tech
• Deals
• Science

• Watch how an old Venus spacecraft tumbled before crashing to Earth
• A Professor’s Strange Quest for Busts of Alexander Pope
• Best gift card deal: Get a $100 DoorDash gift card for only $85 at Best Buy
• Blinded By the Light by Andy Battaglia
• TikTok wants me to host a dinner party. Is that an actual recession indicator?
• World Cup 2014 Begins Now
• The Morning News Roundup for June 11, 2014
• The Morning News Roundup for June 18, 2014
• The strangeness of Japan's decision to start openly hunting whales
• The Morning News Roundup for June 12, 2014

• Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter': Who are the featured Black country artists?
• Semiconductor Industry Association urges restraint on China chip restrictions · TechNode
• Wordle today: The answer and hints for April 3
• Mazda forecasts “tough” competition to worsen near
• Best spring cleaning deal: The Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe carpet cleaner under $100
• Tesla’s Shanghai factory offers workers a bonus increase after record deliveries · TechNode
• NYT Strands hints, answers for June 7
• Best air purifier deal: The Shark 3
• Don’t like your DALL
• Shenzhen partners with Ehang and AutoFlight to develop low

• Put Me In, Coach!
• Minutes from the Second Annual Meeting of the American Society of Microscopists
• The Morning News Roundup for June 16, 2014
• World Cup Recap of July 17, 2014
• Trump signs AI education order to train K
• Bloomsday Explained by Jonathan Goldman
• Announcing Issue 209!
• What We’re Loving: Pop Stars, Rock Stars, The Fault in Our Stars by The Paris Review
• Reality Distortion Field: 10 Things Apple Won't Directly Say But We'll Infer About the iPhone X
• Originals and Remnants by Dan Piepenbring

• Best roborock deal: Save $400 on Q5 Pro+ Robot Vacuum and Mop
• The Morning News Roundup for June 12, 2014
• Notes on a Successful Book Club by Sadie Stein
• Medical Literature by Sadie Stein
• Shop the Shark FlexStyle for 20% off at Amazon
• “Mum and the Sothsegger” by Chantal McStay
• The Morning News Roundup for June 12, 2014
• Laid Bare by Rowan Ricardo Phillips
• NYT Connections hints and answers for April 26: Tips to solve 'Connections' #685.
• Apple updates CarPlay with widgets and Liquid Glass