If you ask Apple, “Why Apple Watch?” they’ll tell you that “It’s the ultimate device for a healthy life.”
Maybe. Maybe not. But people are buying them as the watches Apple made are some of the best-selling smartwatches.
Since the debut of the first-generation Watch in 2015, Apple has made clever and much-needed improvements that have led us to the Apple Watch Ultra. Eight years ago smartwatches weren’t as popular as they are today. Apple even had to warrant the existence of a product that only works with an iPhone (Apple Watch doesn’t work with iPads and Macs).
Fast forward to 2023, the features found in Apple Watches have made it the most popular smartwatches available on the market. Whether users want a device that handles all their notifications, keeps their health in check, or reduces reliance on the iPhone, the Apple Watch is the jack of all trades.
The 18-karat Apple Watch showed that Apple placed its smartwatch in the ‘beautiful accessory’ section for your iPhone, but over the years, it has now become a necessity. People were saved from cardiac arrests as their Watches warned them in time, which is a testament that Apple has now positioned it as a health device.
If you are looking to own an Apple Watch or are just curious as to how it has evolved, here’s a list of all Apple Watches that have been released since its inception.
List of all Apple Watches
There are a total of 12 Watches that Apple made since 2015 and you’ll look at each of their technical specifications. Before we get to those, the next segment decodes the features that make the Apple Watch the best-selling smartwatch in the world.
What features warrant the existence of the Apple Watch?
Users buy the Apple Watch for its abundant features that lessen the need to pull your iPhone out of your pocket. The Watch can – show notifications, answer calls, activate Siri, set timers & alarms, do workouts, reply to emails and texts, and much more.
Following are the features people buy the Apple Watch for. You’ll be amazed at how much it can get done!
Staying active: “Move. Exercise. Stand.” as Apple states. You can track all your activities – walking, running, yoga, strength training, HIIT Pilates, and more. Apple Fitness+ makes fitness available for all.
Stay in touch with your loved ones: Make calls, and reply to texts, with Wi-Fi Watches or cellular. These things can be done without your iPhone.
Track your Sleep: If you wear your Apple Watch to bed, it can track your sleep. You can also create a bedtime schedule.
Track your heart: The Apple Watch will inform you if you have unusually high or low heart rates and irregular heart rhythms. The Heart Rate app will give notifications to alert you about these irregularities. You can also take an electrocardiogram (ECG) if you have an Apple Watch that supports it.
Emergency services: Features like Crash Detection on the Apple Watch Series 8 and later can detect if you’re in a severe car crash. It will automatically connect you with emergency services.
Track your wellness: With the Apple Watch, you’ll never forget to take your medications, wash your hands for 20 seconds, and protect your hearing once you cross a certain decibel.
Stay on top of your Mental health: Apple Watch helps you train your mind. Use the Breathe feature to focus and walk away from irritating situations. The Reflect feature lets you reflect on your life to help you focus.
Water sports: The Apple Watch is water resistant, which makes it a great device for surfing, swimming, or diving (Ultra only!)
Temperature sensing: With the Apple Watch Series 8, you can better understand your cycle. It tracks your temperature while you sleep and Cycle tracking uses this data to provide an estimate of when you ovulated – a helpful feature for family planning.
Ask the voice assistant Siri anything and it will do it for you: Call a contact, find directions, play a playlist, text someone, know what song is playing, and more.
Money manager: You can store your debit, credit, and other prepaid cards in the Wallet app, which can be used on Apple Pay to buy almost anything in an instant. You can also receive money through the Messages app with this feature.
Stream music: You can download songs on Apple Music and listen to them by connecting your AirPods to your Apple Watch.
1. Apple Watch 1st Generation (Series 0)
Sizes available: 38 mm, 42mm
Apple announced its next big thing in 2016 alongside the iPhone 6 – the Apple Watch, (the Apple Watch Series 0). Apple promoted its first-ever smartwatch as a fashion accessory for iPhone users. Nevertheless, a few months later Apple began promoting the Watch as a fitness accessory, highlighting its heart rate tracking, which was a rare feature at that time. It was available in 38 mm, and 42mm, which was the default size till 2017.
The watch was also capable of taking step measurements, and more. Although discontinued by Apple a long time ago, the 1st generation Apple Watch will forever be etched in people’s minds.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.65 inches Retina OLED with 450 nits brightness
Body: Glass front (Sapphire crystal), ceramic/sapphire crystal back, stainless steel frame; Sapphire crystal glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, no cellular connectivity
Bluetooth: 4.0, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate
Storage: 8GB
RAM: 512MB
Processor: Apple S1 (28 nm)
Water resistance: IPX7 up to 1 meter and 30 minutes
Battery: Li-Ion 250 mAh
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 50 g
Variants: Apple Watch Sport, Apple Watch Edition, 18-karat Gold Case, and Apple Watch Hermès
Materials type: Stainless steel or Space Black stainless steel case
Colours: Space Gray, Silver, Gold, and Rose Gold
Launch Date: September 9, 2014
Launch Price: $349 (38mm) and $399 (42mm)
watchOS: watchOS 1.0; upgradeable to 4.3.2
Status: Discontinued
2. Apple Watch Series 1
Sizes available: 38 mm, 42mm
Apple upgraded its original Apple Watch in 2016. With the ‘Series’ moniker, the Series 1 Watch gained a new chipset and an IPX7 water-resistance rating. The watch downgraded its build to an Aluminum frame with Ion-X strengthened glass. Apart from these improvements (and a downgrade) and new color options, Apple didn’t provide a major upgrade to the 1st generation Apple Watch’s successor, which was expected.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.5-1.65 inches Retina OLED with 450 nits brightness
Body: Aluminum frame; Ion-X strengthened glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; no cellular connectivity
Bluetooth: 4.0, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate
Storage: 8GB
RAM: 512MB
Processor: Apple S1P (28 nm)
Water resistance: IPX7 up to 1 meter and 30 minutes
Battery: Li-Ion 205 mAh (0.78 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 25 g
Variants: –
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Gray, Silver, Gold, and Rose Gold
Launch Date: September 7, 2016
Launch Price: $349 (38mm) and $399 (40mm)
watchOS: watchOS 2.0; upgradeable to 6.2.8
Status: Discontinued
3. Apple Watch Series 2
Sizes available: 38 mm, 42mm
Apple simultaneously released the Watch Series 2 alongside the Series 1, which was an unusual decision. The Series 2 Watch introduced a built-in GPS, providing users with an option to track their outdoor workouts without carrying their iPhones. The watch had a brighter OLED Retina display with a peak brightness of 1,000 nits. It also gained a WR50 water resistance rating. Apple also provided a faster dual-core processor and options to choose from Aluminum and Stainless Steel materials.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.5-1.65 inches Retina OLED with 1,000 nits brightness
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, no cellular connectivity; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 4.0, A2DP
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate
Storage: 8GB
RAM: 512MB
Processor: Apple S2 (16 nm)
Water resistance: 50m
Battery: Li-Ion 273 mAh (1.03 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 41.9 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike+
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Space Black, Silver, Rose Gold
Launch Date: September 7, 2016
Launch Price: US$369; $1249 for the Ceramic Apple Watch Edition
watchOS: watchOS 3; upgradeable to 6.2.8
Status: Discontinued
4. Apple Watch Series 3
Sizes available: 38 mm, 42mm
The Apple Watch Series 3 was officially launched in 2017 by CEO Tim Cook. The addition of LTE connectivity made it the first Apple Watch capable of making and receiving calls without an iPhone. Apple claimed that its S3 chipset was up to 70 per cent faster than its predecessor. The speeds for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth were also improved. Apple added an altimeter along with double the storage and a conversational Siri.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.5-1.65 inches Retina OLED with 1000 nits brightness
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 768MB
Processor: Apple S3
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Ion 279 mAh battery (1.07 Wh)-Li-Ion 341 mAh (1.34 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 42.4 g-52.8 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Space Black, Silver
Launch Date: September 12, 2017
Launch Price: $199 for 38mm and $229 for 42mm
watchOS: watchOS 4.0; upgradeable to 8.7
Status: Discontinued
5. Apple Watch Series 4
Sizes available: 40 mm, 44 mm
Apple officially launched the Series 4. It had reduced the size of the bezels around the Watch’s display. The new sizes introduced were 40 mm and 44 mm. The smartwatch came with an all-new S4 chip with a 64-bit dual-core processor and a 50 per cent louder speaker for calls.
Series 4 became the first Apple Watch to gain the ability to take an ECG right from the wrist. Additionally, this could also detect signs of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). Lastly, it also introduced the now-famous Fall Detection feature.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.57 inches-1.78 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, ECG certified, barometer
Storage: 16GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S4
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Ion 225 mAh (0.86 Wh)-Li-Ion 292 mAh (1.12 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 40 g-48 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Space Black, Silver, Gold
Launch Date: September 12, 2018
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 5.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Discontinued
6. Apple Watch Series 5
Sizes available: 40 mm, 44 mm
Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Series 5 in 2019. It came with an always-on LTPO display that was optimized for preserving battery life, which gave a real watch-like look. Other new features included increased internal storage of 32GB, a built-in compass, and international emergency calls to 150+ countries.
The Series 5 also introduced two new material types alongside Aluminum and Stainless Steel: Titanium and Ceramic. The smartwatch’s design and battery life were unchanged from Series 4.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.57 inches-1.78 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, ECG certified, barometer, compass
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S5
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Po 245 mAh (0.94 Wh)-Li-Po 296 mAh (1.13 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 39.8 g-47.8 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike
Materials type: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, and Ceramic
Colors: Space Black, Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Titanium
Launch Date: September 10, 2019
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 6.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Discontinued
7. Apple Watch SE (1st generation)
Sizes available: 40 mm, 44 mm
Apple launched a wallet-friendly watch in 2020, the SE 1st generation alongside the Series 6. The SE 2020 had the same display as the 2019 watch and had a similar battery capacity. What made the SE a budget-friendly smartwatch was its lack of always-on display, electrical heart sensor, and blood oxygen sensor. It did have an optical heart sensor that was able to record your heart rate
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.57 inches-1.78 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, aluminium frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (2nd gen), barometer, always-on altimeter, compass
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S5
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Ion 296 mAh (1.13 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 30.5 g-36.4 g
Variants: Apple Watch Nike
Material type: Aluminum
Colors: Silver, Gold, Space Gray
Launch Date: September 15, 2020
Launch Price: US$279
watchOS: watchOS 7.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Discontinued
8. Apple Watch Series 6
Sizes available: 40 mm, 44 mm
The Series 6 Watch was introduced with a newer processor and slightly brighter display. Everything else is the same as the Series 5 launched in 2019. People did save money and went for the SE 2020, as many were okay without the Always-on display and ECG sensor. Apple also did away with the Ceramic version with the Series 6.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.57 inches-1.78 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Ultra Wideband (UWB)
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S6
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Ion 265.9 mAh (1.03 Wh)-Li-Ion 303.8 mAh (1.17 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 39.8 g-47.8 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Blue, Silver, Space Gray, Gold, and (Product) Red.
Launch Date: September 15, 2020
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 6.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Discontinued by Apple; available online
9. Apple Watch Series 7
Sizes available: 41mm, 45mm
Apple Watch Series 7 was the first-ever smartwatch I owned and the experience was amazing! The curved display which was 20 percent bigger than the Series 6 was a joy to use, especially for typing with the new Swipe typing feature.
Apple trimmed the bezels a little and the rounded corners made more room for watch faces and interphases. The Series 7 introduced fast-charging support and charges the watch faster 33% faster with the included cable. Unfortunately, the Series 7 did not introduce any major features or new sensors – it has all the same sensors as the Series 6.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.69 inches-1.9 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Ultra Wideband (UWB)
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S7
Water resistance: 50m water resistant, IP6X certified
Battery: Li-Ion 284 mAh (1.09 Wh)-Li-Ion 309 mAh (1.19 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 42.3 g-51.5 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès and Apple Watch Nike
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Midnight, Starlight, Green, Blue, and (Product) Red.
Launch Date: September 14, 2021
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 8.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Discontinued by Apple; available online
10. Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
Sizes available: 40 mm, 44 mm
Apple launched the second-generation Apple Watch SE in 2022 and it looks similar to the 2020 Watch SE. They look the same and have almost the same features, but the main differences with the new 2022 Watch SE are a newer processor, new colors, and a lowered price. The SE 2022 is available starting at $249.
The 2nd generation SE still lacks the always-on display and many health sensors such as ECG, Blood Oxygen, sleep tracking, and cycle tracking. It’s currently the best Apple Watch to buy on a budget.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.57-1.78 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness
Body: Plastic/Sapphire Crystal back, Aluminum frame; Ion-X Strengthened front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (2nd gen), barometer, always-on altimeter, compass
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S8
Water resistance: 50m water resistant
Battery: Li-Ion 296 mAh
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 26.4 g-33 g
Variants: –
Materials type: Aluminum
Colors: Midnight, Starlight, and Silver
Launch Date: September 7, 2022
Launch Price: US$249
watchOS: Midnight, Starlight, Silver
Status: Available
11. Apple Watch Series 8
Sizes available: 41mm, 45mm
Launched alongside the second-generation SE, the Series 8 is very similar to 2021’s Series 7 – the same display, the same look, 18 hours of battery life, and Apple kept the pricing the same amount as the Series 7.
So, what’s the difference? Well, the Series 8 has a newer and faster processor, includes a new body temperature sensor that helps women track their cycles and has a new car crash detector feature (the iPhone 14 series also has this feature).
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.69 inches-1.9 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy), Ultra Wideband (UWB)
Storage:32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S8
Water resistance: 50m water resistant, IP6X certified
Battery: Li-Ion 282 mAh (1.09 Wh)-Li-Ion 308 mAh (1.19 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight:42.3 g-51.5 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Graphite, Gold, Silver
Launch Date: September 7, 2022
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 8.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Available
12. Apple Watch Ultra
Size available: 49mm
It was rumored for a long time that Apple might be working on a rugged Apple Watch with double the battery life and extra features. It turned out to be true on September 7, 2022, as Apple unveiled the most rugged Apple Watch ever.
Marketed towards endurance athletes, outdoor adventurers, and ocean explorers, the Watch Ultra is the best Apple Watch money can buy. Apart from a revamped look – a new 49 mm flat display that goes is 2,000 nits bright, an 86-decibel speaker, an extra button called the Action Button, and 36 hours of battery life – the Watch Ultra costs $799 and comes with an exclusive app to calculate water depth.
I was tempted to buy this watch since it was unveiled, but I am not a fitness freak and the only exercise I currently get is walking my lovely dog. Nevertheless, I bought the Green Alpine Lopp variant and sold my Series 7. So far, I am impressed by its capabilities. If you aren’t an athlete and still want the Watch Ultra, go for it, but look for some deals.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.92 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 2000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Titanium frame; Sapphire crystal front glass; MIL-STD 810H certified
Shape: Square
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy), Depth gauge (±1m accuracy), Ultra Wideband (UWB)
Storage: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S8
Other features: International emergency calling, emergency SOS, crash detection
Water resistance: 100m water resistant (WR100), IP6X certified; 40m swim-proof/diving (EN13319)
Battery: Li-Ion 542 mAh
Sound: Dual speakers with 86-decibel reach
Weight: 61.3 g
Variants: –
Material type: Titanium
Colors: Silver Titanium shade
Launch Date: September 7, 2022
Launch Price: US$799
watchOS: watchOS 9.0; upgradeable to 9.5
Status: Available
13. Apple Watch Series 9
Sizes available: 41mm, 45mm
Apple launched the Series 9 Watch boasting a new S9 processor with improved performance and capabilities. Not only does this watch offer exciting features, but it also sets an important environmental benchmark.
Th Series 9 is more powerful than ever, featuring a convenient double tap gesture; a brighter display; faster on-device Siri access, and logging of health data. According to Apple, the Series 9 is carbon neutral.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.69 inches-1.9 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 2,000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Stainless Steel frame; Sapphire crystal front glass
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS, GLONASS
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy), Ultra Wideband 2 (UWB) support
Storage: 64GB
RAM: 1GB
Processor: Apple S9
Other features: International emergency calling, emergency SOS, crash detection, double-tap gesture
Water resistance: 50m water resistant, IP6X certified
Battery: Li-Ion 282 mAh (1.09 Wh)-Li-Ion 308 mAh (1.19 Wh)
Sound: Loudspeaker
Weight: 42.3 g-51.5 g
Variants: Apple Watch Hermès
Materials type: Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Colors: Midnight, Pink, Starlight, Silver, and (Product) Red.
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Launch Date: September 12, 2023
Launch Price: US$399
watchOS: watchOS 10
Status: Available
14. Apple Watch Ultra 2
Size available: 49mm
The successor to the rugged Apple Watch Ultra was launched on September 12, 2023. A year after the first Ultra watch proved that the watch is used by average users, and also by athletes, outdoor adventurers, and ocean explorers – whom Apple originally marketed.
Apart from the 3,000 nits bright display, the all-new S9 processor, the double-tap feature, and some new bands, there’s nothing new in the Ultra 2. It even costs $799.
I bought the first Apple Watch Ultra and I love it to the core. But I won’t be upgrading to the second generation.
Technical Specifications
Display: 1.91 inches Retina LTPO OLED, 3,000 nits brightness; Always-on display
Body: Ceramic/Sapphire Crystal back, Titanium frame; Sapphire crystal front glass; MIL-STD 810H certified
Shape: Square
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band; eSIM GSM/HSPA/LTE; GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Security: Password
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy), Depth gauge (±1m accuracy), Ultra Wideband 2 (UWB) support
Storage: 64GB
RAM: 2GB
Processor: Apple S9
Other features: International emergency calling, emergency SOS, crash detection, double-tap gesture
Water resistance: 100m water resistant (WR100), IP6X certified; 40m swim-proof/diving (EN13319)
Battery: Li-Ion 542 mAh
Sound: Dual speakers with 86-decibel reach
Weight: 61.4 g
Variants: –
Material type: Titanium
Colors: Silver Titanium
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Launch Date: September 12, 2023
Launch Price: US$799
watchOS: watchOS 10
Status: Available
FAQs
How many Apple Watches are there?
Apple has launched a total of 12 Apple Watches from 2015 to 2022. Users can choose from three different Apple Watch models: The SE series which dials down on features making it affordable, the Series watch, 8 is the latest one, and the Ultra which is the best Apple Watch money can buy. They differ in materials, features, and pricing.
Can I use the Apple Watch without an iPhone?
If you have a cellular Apple Watch and your iPhone is off or out of range, you can use the Watch to send and receive data. If the Watch isn’t cellular, you can still get messages and other notifications if it is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Was there an Apple Watch 7?
Yes. Apple introduced the Series 7 in September 2021 with a revamped design. Since then, Apple has sold the Series watches in 41mm and 45mm sizes.
Is the Apple Watch 7 discontinued?
Apple discontinued the Series 7 with the release of the Apple Watch Series 8. Even though both look similar and have the same battery life, the Series 8 gained a Temperature sensor. Still, if you want to save some money and buy the Series 7, it’s available online.
How long does Apple Watches last after a charge?
The Series 7, 8, and the 2022 SE last about 18 hours but this can be wary. The Ultra can last for 36 hours and 60 hours with the low power mode turned on. These figures can vary, too!
Can an Apple Watch last 10 years?
An Apple Watch can last a decade, but its security will be compromised as the lack of updates makes it less reliable. From the security perspective, the Watch is good for 5 years or 6 years.
When will the Apple Watch Series 9 come out?
As usual, Apple doesn’t reveal anything before the product’s launch. However, it is rumored that the Series 9 will be official in September 2023, when Apple will also unveil the much-awaited iPhone 15 series.
Can you swim with an Apple Watch?
If you own an Apple Watch Series 2 and later, you can use it for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. If you want to go water skiing or dive, the only useful watch is the Ultra as it excels at activities involving submersion below shallow depth or high-velocity water.
Which Apple Watch has ECG?
Apple introduced the electrocardiogram feature with the ECG app on Apple Watch 4. If you have the 4 or later model, you can take an electrocardiogram (or ECG). Ensure that your iPhone and the Watch are updated to the latest version.
Can you text on Apple Watch?
Replying to text messages or messages from third-party apps is possible on an Apple Watch. You can do so on any Apple Watch, but the Series 7, 8, and Ultra are perfect to reply due to their bigger displays compared to older models.
Which series Watch is the best in Apple?
If you are on a budget and the exclusion of ECG doesn’t bother you, go for the SE 2022. If you want all the features by spending a few dollars more, go for the series 8 (or even 7). If you want the best that Apple has to offer, without a doubt buy the Apple Watch Ultra. All the watches share a rotating stable of features.
What’s better Apple Watch or Fitbit?
Apple Watch and Fitbit have a different user base: Apple Watch can only be used with an iPhone, so you must have one. But Fitbit is compatible with Android and iPhones. Apple Watch is accurate, has some extra features, and is convenient if you own an iPhone. But if you want a more budget-friendly option, Fitbit is a great choice!
Conclusion
These are all the Watches Apple made since it was first launched in 2015. If you have an Apple Watch, you know you do a lot of work without pulling out your iPhone as it’s on your wrist.
It’s your fitness partner that tracks your health and gives insights, has mindfulness options, can set an alarm or timers, answers your calls lets you reply to texts, and more.
If you want to buy a new Apple Watch or your first-ever Watch, then the Series 8 is a great option. However, you should wait three months as Apple might launch the Series 9 in September 2023, which could be available to the public in the following month.
