Apple Unveils New Apple Watch Lineup: Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3
CUPERTINO, CA – Apple today announced the latest iterations of its Apple Watch, including the standard Series 11, the rugged Ultra 3, and the more affordable SE 3.The new models introduce a range of upgrades, from enhanced durability and health features to improved connectivity and battery life.
The Apple Watch SE 3 starts at $250 and features Apple’s more scratch-resistant Ion-X glass,an always-on display for the first time,sleep apnea detection,and the ability to utilize its speaker for music and podcast playback,expanding functionality beyond phone calls. Initial impressions suggest the SE 3 feels remarkably similar to the Series 11,differing primarily in profile and color options.
The Apple Watch Series 11 receives a 5G cellular upgrade, a new sleep score feature, and notifications for potential high blood pressure. Battery life is extended to up to 24 hours,and the watch benefits from the stronger glass found in the SE 3. Available in 42mm and 46mm sizes, Apple claims the Series 11 will be the thinnest Apple Watch to date. Demonstrations of the high blood pressure notifications were not yet available, but the new sleep score screens were previewed.
the high-end Apple Watch Ultra 3, starting at $799, boasts a larger screen with reduced bezels, maintaining the overall wearable size of the ultra 2. It also gains 5G cellular capabilities and satellite connectivity, alongside a battery life boost to up to 42 hours. New health features include the sleep score and potential high blood pressure notifications, and it incorporates the enhanced glass.While visually similar to the Ultra 2, the Ultra 3 features new watchfaces and a slightly larger display.
Apple’s latest wearables represent incremental design updates coupled with significant internal upgrades, offering consumers a range of options to suit their needs and budgets.
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