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Apple Watch Series 4 Teardown

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With the screen in isolation, we get a better look at the contours of the new display. The extra pixels and increased screen-to-body ratio come thanks to rounded-off corners, a la iPhone X, XS, and XS Max.

The 44 mm model's display now covers 977 sq mm, compared to 740 sq mm on the 42 mm Series 3.

Meanwhile, the 40 mm model spans 759 sq mm, versus 563 sq mm on its 38 mm predecessor.

On the back we spot three chip packages, of which two are sealed shut, while the third bears no markings whatsoever behind its metal shield.

If past history is any guide, this is where the touch controller and NFC chips are hidden. We'll update if we can get a positive ID.

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