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| [* black] At first glance, the tri-point-trapped Taptic Engine seems old hat—but it turns out to be bigger than [https://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/BRo4GApUEaHxEZFF.full|the one in the 5|new_window=true]. Maybe the [guide|113044|slimmed-down Series 4 shaker|stepid=216166|new_window=true] wasn't up to snuff? | |
| [* black] It's also made using 100% recycled rare earth metals and tungsten this time, which is awesome. (But let's not forget, [https://www.ifixit.com/Right-to-Repair/Recycling|reuse > recycling|new_window=true].) | |
| + | [* black] ***Update***: Since we've got Creative Electron's X-rays on tap, [https://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/QmNRFD4eDbxCvhIq.full|here's a nifty bonus image of the Taptic Engine's innards|new_window=true]. Shake and bake! |
| [* icon_reminder] More battery ''and'' more Taptic Engine—Apple mentioned neither of these in their announcement, but it seems they've quietly pulled out all the stops this year. | |
| [* black] With all the brawn out of the way, it's time to tackle the brains of this operation: the S6 SiP. Even with our trusty tools, this intricate maze of cabling and hidden screws is no picnic. | |
| [* black] But as usual, time + tools + technique prevails! At last this Watch regurgitates its remaining contents. |