Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is one of those devices that tries to pack a lot into one package. Let us see if Apple has managed to put together a phone that is actually worth your money. Announced in 2019, September. Released 2019, September, it arrives at a time when the competition is as tight as ever.
Design & Display
On the front you get a 1.78 inches panel, pushing a resolution of 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi density). Colours look punchy and text stays clean, so you will not have much to complain about here. The build feels well put together, and Apple has clearly paid attention to the in-hand feel. You can pick it up in a few finishes, including Titanium frame: Space Black.
Performance & Software
At the heart of it sits the Apple S5, paired with 1GB of RAM. That combination should handle day-to-day multitasking and most games without breaking a sweat. It runs watchOS 6.0, upgradable to watchOS 10.6.1 out of the box, so the software experience feels current.
Camera
Photography is handled by a main shooter that should cover most situations, from daylight shots to the occasional low-light frame. Point-and-shoot results are reliable, and that is exactly what most buyers want.
Battery
There is a Li-Po 296 mAh (1.13 Wh), non-removable battery inside, which should comfortably see most people through a full day on a single charge.
Our Opinion
Coming to the important bit, our opinion on the Apple Watch Edition Series 5. Apple has clearly gone for substance over gimmicks here, and we respect that approach. It gets the basics right, offering a crisp display, which is exactly what most buyers are really after. If your priority is a phone that just works, day in and day out, then this one deserves a spot on your shortlist. You could nitpick a few things, as you can with any phone in this bracket. But taken as a whole, the Apple Watch Edition Series 5 is a sensible, well-judged choice that should keep most users happy for a good while. If you have used this device or are planning to pick one up, do let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
