New Apple Watch lineup: 5G, SOS, GPS specs, pre-order, trade-in, price list in UAE dirhams
September 12, 2025 Dubai
Apple Unveils Watch Series 11, Ultra 3 & SE 3 in UAE
Apple introduced three new smartwatches — the Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3 — with 5G, SOS, advanced health tracking, and improved battery life. Pre-orders are open, with UAE prices starting at Dh999.
Apple Unveils 2025 Smartwatch Lineup: Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3
Cupertino, California — September 9, 2025 – Apple officially revealed its 2025 smartwatch lineup during the “Awe Dropping” event at Apple Park. The tech giant introduced three models — Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch SE (3rd Gen) — designed to cater to different user needs, from everyday fitness enthusiasts to extreme adventurers.
With watchOS 26 launching on September 15, users will benefit from AI-powered health coaching, sleep scores, hypertension alerts, Live Translation, and visionOS-inspired watch faces.
Apple Watch Series 11 – The Everyday All-Rounder
The Series 11 is Apple’s mainstream smartwatch, ideal for daily health and fitness tracking. It features:
Health monitoring: ECG, blood oxygen, temperature sensing, sleep apnea detection, and hypertension alerts.
Display: Brighter LTPO3 OLED Retina screen, 2x stronger scratch resistance, up to 2,000 nits brightness.
Battery life: 24 hours standard, up to 72 hours in low-power mode.
Connectivity: GPS, 5G Cellular, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, Ultra-Wideband.
Sizes & Prices (UAE):
42mm GPS: Dh1,599 ($399)
46mm GPS + Cellular: Dh2,799 ($529)
Availability: Pre-orders started September 9; in stores from September 19, 2025.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 – For Adventurers
The Ultra 3 is Apple’s most rugged smartwatch, built for explorers and extreme sports enthusiasts. Key features include:
Durability: 49mm titanium case, sapphire crystal, MIL-STD 810H certified.
Adventure tools: Satellite SOS, advanced GPS, scuba diving support up to 40m with Oceanic+ app.
Battery life: Up to 72 hours standard, 120 hours in low-power mode.
Other highlights: Programmable Action button, 86dB siren, largest-ever Retina display (3,000 nits).
UAE Price: 49mm GPS + Cellular: Dh3,199 ($799)
Availability: Pre-order now; in stores September 19, 2025.
Apple Watch SE (3rd Gen) – Budget-Friendly Upgrade
The SE 3 offers essential smartwatch features at an affordable price:
Health & Safety: Heart rate, sleep scores, fall detection, cycle tracking, Emergency SOS.
Performance: S10 chip, always-on Retina LTPO OLED display (1,000 nits).
Battery life: 18–36 hours.
Sizes & Prices (UAE):
40mm GPS: Dh999 ($249)
44mm GPS + Cellular: Dh1,199 ($329)
Availability: Pre-order now; in stores September 19, 2025.
Trade-In & Freebies
Apple offers up to $195 trade-in credit (region-dependent) along with three months free of Apple Music and Fitness+ with purchase.
Which One Should You Choose?
Series 11: Ideal for everyday health and fitness tracking.
Ultra 3: Perfect for outdoor adventurers and athletes who need durability and satellite SOS.
SE 3: Great for budget-conscious users wanting Apple ecosystem access.
With UAE prices starting at Dh999, Apple ensures there’s a smartwatch for every lifestyle and budget.
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