Apple watch series 2 Apple introduced a "swim-proof" watch, the Apple Watch Series 2. The new watch has built-in GPS, a brighter display and faster processor than the previous Apple Watch. There's also new ceramic watch-face. The price starts at $370. The original model will get a faster processor price cut to $270, down from $300. The updates are coming Sept, 16. Existing watches can get new operating software on Sept, 13. In addition, there's a new Apple Watch Nike Plus, a Nike-branded Apple Watch in four colors that's designed for runners. It is also priced at $369 and is available late October. The Nike version gets a special strap and custom watch faces, though the Nike app will be available for all Apple Watch models. Battery life, which has been a weak spot of the watch, was not mentioned. Apple is phasing out smartwatch models made with 18-karat gold. The "Series 2" watches will use ceramic instead of gold for the luxury "Edition...
