Apple Watch Series 11, SE 3, And Ultra 3 Debut With These Major Upgrades

At its “Awe Dropping” event, Apple has revealed the new generation of Apple Watches this year. Unlike last year, there’s a new Ultra 3 this year with a bigger display, a new S11 chipset, and 5G Redcap connectivity. And for the masses, there’s a new Apple Watch SE 3 and Watch Series 11. All three smartwatches run on the latest watchOS 26 with Liquid Glass design and support for features like Smart Stack, Workout Buddy and more. Here’s everything you need to know about these latest Apple Watches.

Apple Watch SE 3: S10 Chip For The Masses

The Apple Watch SE 3 brings the S10 chip to budget consumers, allowing new features like sleep score, sleep apnea, and wrist temperature sensing. There’s also Always On display, double-tap to wake, and wrist flick. Speaking on AOD, there’s 4x times more resistant cover glass. Despite the addition of AOD, the SE 3 can last 18 hours on a single charge. Furthermore, it has 5G cellular connectivity thanks to a new modem. It also supports fast charging, allowing it to charge 2 times faster than the SE 2. This starts at $249 and will be available from September 19 with pre-orders starting today.

Apple Watch Series 11: Better Durability And 5G

The Apple Watch Series 11 is more durable than before, making it 2 times more scratch-resistant. Thanks to the new modem, you get 5G connectivity for the first time on an Apple Watch while consuming less battery life. Just like the AirPods Pro 3, you get live translation support with Apple Intelligence.

Furthermore, you can monitor hypertension or high blood pressure, making it the first Apple Watch to do so. It uses a new optical heart rate sensor that works in the background and collects data over the last 30 days. The sleep score can monitor how long you have been sleeping just like a Fitbit or a Galaxy Watch.

The Apple Watch Series 11 claims to last upto 24 hours on a single charge. It starts at $399 for the 42mm GPS only variant and will go on sale from September 19, 2025. Just like the rest of the Apple Watch models, it runs on the latest watchOS 26 with a new Liquid Glass design.

Apple Watch Ultra 3: Biggest Display On Apple Watch

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 isn’t just a change in number; it has the largest display ever in an Apple Watch. The company claims it is the most advanced smartwatch yet, built for athletes, adventurers, and everyday users who want a health and safety companion on their wrist.

Thanks to LTPO3, the always-on display refreshes once per second (instead of once per minute), so users can now see details like a ticking second hand, stopwatch, and updated watch faces at a glance. A new Waypoint face has also been introduced, featuring live compass navigation, quick access to satellite communication, and Night Mode for low-light visibility.

There’s also two-way Satellite Connectivity, so you can message your friends and family together. With 5G modem, you can even use your Apple Watch on the go and download apps even in areas with weak signals.

It can last upto 42 hours on a single charge and 72 hours in low power mode. And with just 15 minutes of charge, you get 12 hours of battery backup. In case you live in an area with weak coverage, the 5G cellular connectivity with

It is available in Black and Natural Titanium colors made from recycled titanium. It starts at $799 and will be available for pre-order starting today.Customers also get 3 months of Apple Fitness+ and Apple Music free with purchase.