A tougher Apple Watch is coming next, will be more rugged and fit for extreme sport

Apple Watch may see a rugged version soon that would appeal to extreme sports lovers and take on Casio and other rugged watchmakers.

Apple could launch a new version of its smartwatch with rugged casing as early as later this year or by next year. The Cupertino-based giant is reportedly discussing the new rugged version of the Apple Watch for extreme sports lovers. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple, with its latest smartwatch model, could target a new set of users who work in extreme environments. The report citing people familiar with the matter claims that the company could target athletes, hikers, and others. It further adds that the company has internally discussed launching a Watch with a rugged case in 2021 or 2022. According to Gurman, this is the second time Apple is even thinking of developing a rugged smartwatch. The decision to develop a more rugged smartwatch could be taken, seeing an upward trajectory of watchmakers like Casio that have reportedly seen strong sales. The report adds that the new rugged version is being dubbed "Explorer Edition" internally at Apple and could look similar to a Casio G-Shock watch.