For the past year, news of the Apple Watch has generated a great deal of buzz among techies. Now that the wearable technology device is now available, gambling companies are getting involved in the trend.
Unibet, Ladbrokes and Gala Coral have all launched apps for the Apple Watch – each offering up something different for punters.
Ladbrokes on the Apple Watch
The Ladbrokes Apple Watch app allows users to place wagers from the innovative device. Punters will be able to browse all sorts of sporting events and races. They will be able to place wagers quickly and easily by inputting (or selecting) a bet amount. There is also the capability to wager live.
Unibet on the Apple Watch
Initially, Unibet’s Apple Watch app will only serve as a resource. Players can stay up-to-date with scores and standings. It is a convenient app, as it ensures that punters are always in the know –however, it does not offer actually gambling capabilities. Instead, the app redirects them to the website where they can place their wagers online.
"We anticipate Apple Watch users initially using their watch as an information and communication tool, weeding out the wheat from the chaff of all the communication that reaches our smartphones these days," reads a statement from UniBet.
Coral on the Apple Watch
The new Coral application for the Apple Watch has been developed by PlayTech, one of the world’s most talented online gambling developers. This application will allow players to bet on various live events as well as sporting events in the future.
What sets this app apart from the others is that it allows players to cash out using their Apple Watches.
Other Apple Watch Apps For Punters
At the moment, these are the only three available gambling apps for the Apple Watch – which is still a great collection. It shows that online casino and sportsbetting operators are willing to be early adopters of new technology. When mobile gaming first started thriving, it took quite some time for online casinos to begin launching apps for smartphones and tablets.
It is great to see that online gambling developers are more eager to get involved with the Apple Watch.
While there are no other online casino games available (such as slots, poker or table games), we’re confident that some developers will be clever enough to create casino titles that will work with this new wearable technology innovation.
