# Streaming Cellular Smartwatches The Apple Watch Series 3 Lets Users Make Calls and Send Messages By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-09-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-3 References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/article/apple-watch-series-3/) & [apple](https://www.apple.com/apple-watch-series-3/) Consumer interest in smartwatches has been somewhat low since they first started to hit the market, so the Apple Watch Series 3 has been designed to offer a bevy of functionalities to make it irresistible to curious users. The new device from Apple looks almost identical to the previous models yet boasts a cellular connection within that will let users take calls, send messages and even stream music without having to carry their smartphone with them. This comes as a monumental leap forward as it will enable users to leave their smartphone behind without feeling any disconnection from the functionalities they need the most. The Apple Watch Series 3 also sports a processor that's 70% faster than the previous generation, a barometric altimeter for tracking elevation changes and will come in ceramic and aluminum finish options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cellular Smartwatches:** The integration of cellular connectivity in smartwatches offers new opportunities for on-the-go communication and music streaming. - **Seamless Integration:** The drive to seamlessly integrate technology into daily life will continue to push the development of smartwatch functionalities. - **Faster Processing Power:** Improvements in processing power will enable more complex applications and functionalities for smartwatches. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearables:** Wearable technology companies have the opportunity to integrate cellular connectivity and increase functionality in smartwatches. - **Wireless Carriers:** Wireless carriers can develop new data plans and service offerings specifically for smartwatches with cellular connectivity. - **Music Streaming:** Music streaming services can explore partnerships with smartwatch companies to enhance the music streaming experience on-the-go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible LTE-Enabled Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-lte.md) - [Slender Metallic Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-10.md) - [Hypertension-Detecting 5G Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-11.md) - [Carbon-Neutral Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-9.md) - [Advanced Smartwatch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-series-8.md) - [Ruggedized Sustainable Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra-2.md) - [Extreme Adventurer Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-ultra.md) - [Magnetic Band Upgraded Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-x.md) - [Active Lifestyle-Focused Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurafit-g12.md)