Is the SE 2nd Gen worth it over the Series 8 or Series 9?

If you want the essentials, yes. The SE 2nd Gen has the same S8 chip and the core safety features. The Series 8 and 9 add an always-on display, ECG, blood-oxygen and temperature sensing.

Does this model have cellular?

No. This is the GPS model and needs your iPhone or Wi-Fi for calls, texts and streaming. A cellular version of the SE exists separately.

What is the battery life?

About a day of normal use. Plan to charge it overnight, and expect shorter runtime on long GPS workouts.

Which iPhone does it work with?

It pairs with recent iPhones running current iOS. It does not work with Android phones.

The 44mm aluminum watch case, the Midnight Sport Band in size M/L, and a magnetic charging cable. A power adapter is not included.

Can it track swimming?

Yes, it is water resistant to 50 meters and has a pool swim workout. It has no depth gauge or water-temperature sensor.

Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen (GPS) 44mm Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band

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At Bargain Outlet & More, for $129.99, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen (GPS) 44mm Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 3 ratings.

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the SE 2nd Gen as the sensible entry point to the Apple Watch. They praise its speed, safety features and iPhone integration, and accept the missing sensors as the price of the lower tier.

What people mention

DisplayCriticisedReviewers miss the always-on display, since the screen turns off when the wrist lowers.
BatteryCriticisedOwners report roughly a day of use and charge it nightly.
PerformancePraisedThe S8 chip keeps apps and watchOS responsive.
Safety featuresPraisedFall Detection, Crash Detection and Emergency SOS are cited as reasons to buy.
Health sensorsMixedHeart-rate and sleep tracking are useful, but there is no ECG or blood-oxygen reading.

About the Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen (GPS) 44mm Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band

The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) is a GPS smartwatch with a 44mm aluminum case and a Midnight Sport Band in size M/L. It runs watchOS 11 and has an OLED Retina display with customizable watch faces. The case back is color-matched and made with a production process that reduces its carbon emissions.

It works with your iPhone or Wi-Fi to send texts, take calls, play music and podcasts, and use Siri. It also supports Apple Pay and can unlock a Mac automatically. Health and safety features include notifications for an irregular heart rhythm or an unusually high or low heart rate, Fall Detection, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS and Check In.

The Workout app offers a range of workout types with advanced metrics. The watch has 50m water resistance. Bands come in a range of styles, materials and colors. It can also be set up for family members who don't have their own iPhone.

Model

Apple Watch SE (2nd generation), model MXEK3LL/A

Release year

2024

Case

44mm, aluminum, rectangular

Band

Midnight Sport Band, size M/L

Color

Midnight

Display

OLED Retina, 368 x 448, color, backlit