During the “Awe Dropping” event today, Apple introduced the next trio of its smartwatch range: the budget-friendly Apple Watch SE 3, the premium Apple Watch Series 11, and the luxurious Apple Watch Ultra 3. Each of these devices showcases notable enhancements compared to previous Apple Watch models, featuring slimmer profiles, larger screens, and a host of new capabilities designed to maximize your health tracking experience with Apple Watch.
A standout new version is the Apple Watch SE 3, equipped with the S10 chip, enabling additional features such as Always-On Display—this marks the debut of this functionality in the SE series. Users can also access new gesture controls found on other Apple Watch models, along with capabilities such as wrist temperature sensing and sleep apnea alerts.
The Apple Watch SE 3 will also come with an innovative Sleep Score feature, which analyzes your sleep duration, bedtime, wake-up time, and the time spent in various sleep stages. This functionality will also be available on both Series 11 and Ultra 3. The SE 3 has the ability to play media directly through its speaker, and Apple asserts that the battery can support up to 18 hours of usage on a single charge. Additionally, with the S10 chip, fast charging is now a viable option.
Apple Watch remains committed to health features.
The Apple Watch Series 11, destined to be the new flagship model, is touted by Apple as the thinnest and most resilient watch they’ve produced to date. A significant upgrade includes a new 5G modem, which should enhance the power efficiency of the cellular connection while delivering quicker internet access.
Apple also revealed several new watch faces for Series 11, including one inspired by Liquid Glass. As has become customary with each iteration, Apple has intensified its focus on heart health by incorporating blood pressure monitoring directly into the Apple Watch. Apple states that this feature can notify you of potential hypertension simply by wearing the watch. However, it’s important to note that it may not catch every instance of hypertension, so consulting a doctor is advisable if you have concerns.
Moreover, Apple has upgraded the Series 11’s battery, allowing for a lifespan of up to 24 hours on a single charge, providing users with increased daily smartwatch usage.
A more impressive year for the Apple Watch Ultra.
Significant upgrades were anticipated for the Watch Ultra 3, and Apple has certainly delivered. In addition to the rumored satellite connectivity, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will also feature the new blood pressure tracking capabilities from Series 11, along with Sleep Score. Furthermore, the latest Ultra model boasts a larger LTPO3 display with slimmer bezels, resulting in a brighter screen and a 1Hz refresh rate in always-on mode, which contributes to a more fluid overall experience.
To enhance functionality further, Apple has improved the Ultra 3’s battery to allow for up to 42 hours of life, due to its enhanced battery. The company is also rolling out additional satellite functionalities, including Emergency SOS via satellite for contacting emergency services and Find My via satellite to share your location with family and friends. Every Apple Watch Ultra 3 purchaser will enjoy satellite connectivity free of charge for two years.
The Apple Watch SE 3 will retail starting at $249, while the Apple Watch Series 11 will commence at $399. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will begin at $799, with preorders available starting today. Apple indicates that all these smartwatches will be ready for purchase on September 19, ensuring a short wait for eager customers.
