For the first time, Apple refreshed all three of its Apple Watch models at once \u2013 the budget-friendly Apple Watch SE 3, the mainstream Series 11, and the adventure-ready Ultra 3. Each brings something new for 2025, from faster charging to features that monitor hypertension and sleep.<\/p>\n
Apple Watch SE 3<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Apple\u2019s most affordable watch starts at $249 and now includes an always-on display, so you can glance at the time or your notifications without lifting your wrist. It can now play music and podcasts through its speaker, charges twice as fast as before, and has tougher front glass.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also a popular choice for kids. Just remember \u2013 if you want to text or track them without an iPhone nearby, you\u2019ll need the cellular version.<\/p>\n Apple Watch Series 11<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The new Series 11 starts at $399 and is thinner, lighter, and more durable than before. Its screen is twice as scratch-resistant, and there\u2019s now a 5G antenna on the cellular model, which means you should have a stronger signal in weak areas. <\/p>\n Apple also added hypertension notifications, which can detect elevated blood pressure patterns over time. It won\u2019t take a live blood pressure reading, but it will recommend that you talk to your doctor. Keep in mind this feature also came to Series 9 and 10 via a software update, so you can go into the Health app to activate it.<\/p>\n Also, battery life on the 11 series is now up to 24 hours. Why? Apple wants you to sleep with your watch on. If you do, a new sleep score will rate your rest from 0 to 100 \u2013 but it doesn\u2019t offer coaching or advice much beyond the numbers. (If you want that, check out an app called Bevel<\/a>.)<\/p>\n