Same! My Series 7 is hard-locked to wOS 8 because I’m still using an iPhone 7. I used to think I would miss out on cool features and such, but it sure sounds like I’m on the greener side of the wOS 10 pasture—even if it’s not really my choice.
Thanks for the recommendation! Being silicone, I assume it doesn’t leave any trace on your Watch? My Series 7 is product Red so I’m concerned about cases scratching it if I take them off for a social event or something.
What phone do you have? If you can’t go higher than iOS 15, the new in box Series 7 is your only choice. Literally yesterday my new in box Series 7 arrived, chosen because I have an iPhone 7 (locked to iOS 15), and the Series 7 shipped with WatchOS 8, the last one that’s compatible with iOS 15 devices.
If you have an Xr or newer, then get the 9 for futureproofing.
I really like what one review on YouTube said. It was essentially this: an Apple Watch isn’t going to change your life, but it makes everything about 5% better.
Examples include paying for stuff with the Watch—not necessary at all, but it adds a little moment of coolness and fun to your day. Also, listening to lossless albums on the go without my phone—such a simple thing, but it feels just a little magical.