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Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum

Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum

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$389.99at AmazonChecked Nov 11

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  • Last seen at $389.99 at Amazon on Nov 11.
  • Checked at 2 stores.
  • Our take on the Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum

    The Apple Watch Series 12 in the smaller 42mm aluminium case is Apple's everyday smartwatch, with an always-on display that reaches 2000 nits for direct sun. It covers workout and heart tracking, ECG and blood oxygen readings, sleep stages with apnea notifications, and the Vitals app for overnight trends. Fall Detection, Crash Detection and Emergency SOS add safety, and it is water resistant to 50 m with a depth gauge to 6 m. Against rivals it stands out for tight iPhone integration and app depth; Android phones can't pair with it, and its roughly one-day battery trails multi-day watches from Garmin and Amazfit.

    Best foriPhone owners who want health and safety features on the wristEveryday wear with messages, Apple Pay and notificationsSwimmers and casual pool or ocean useSleep and overnight health tracking
    Pros
    • Bright 2000-nit always-on display readable in sunlight
    • ECG, blood oxygen, sleep apnea notifications and Vitals app
    • Fall, Crash Detection and Emergency SOS built in
    • Water resistant to 50 m with a 6 m depth gauge
    • Fast charging: about 80% in 30 minutes
    Cons
    • Battery lasts about a day, so nightly charging is routine
    • Works only with an iPhone
    • Advanced health features vary by region
    • Small 42mm screen suits smaller wrists better than large ones

    Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum prices at every store

    • Layaway Depot NZNew

      In stockShips from New Zealand · priced in NZD (NZ$1,050.00) · duties may applyReturn policy

      $586.26Checked Nov 11
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    • AmazonNew

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      $389.99Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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    Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $389.99 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

    About the Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum

    The Apple Watch Series 12 is the everyday Apple Watch in a 42mm aluminum case. It tracks workouts, heart health and sleep, shows messages and handles Apple Pay. The Always-On display reaches up to 2000 nits, so it stays readable outdoors and in direct sun.

    The ECG app and Blood Oxygen app give readings from the wrist. The Sleep app shows sleep stages and sends sleep apnea notifications. The Vitals app covers heart rate, respiratory rate, wrist temperature, sleep duration and heart rate variability. Fall Detection, Crash Detection and Emergency SOS are included.

    The watch is water resistant to 50 meters and has a depth gauge to 6 meters. Battery life is up to 24 hours of normal use, or up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode. It reaches up to 80% charge in about 30 minutes.

    Model
    Apple Watch Series 12, 42mm, GPS, aluminum
    Case
    Aluminum
    Dimensions
    42 x 37 x 9.7 mm
    Weight
    32.2 g
    Display
    Always-On Retina, wide-angle OLED, LTPO3; 374 x 446 pixels (970 sq mm, 326 ppi); up to 2000 nits; Ceramic Shield 2 front
    Chip
    S11 with 64-bit dual-core processor and 4-core Neural Engine
    Capacity
    64GB
    Water and dust
    Water resistant to 50 m (ISO 22810:2010); IP6X; depth gauge to 6 m; water temperature sensor
    Battery
    Up to 24 hours normal use; up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode
    Charging
    Up to 80% in about 30 minutes
    Connectivity
    Wi-Fi 4 (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, Precision L1 GPS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou), second-generation Ultra Wideband
    Health apps
    ECG, Blood Oxygen, Sleep (sleep stages, sleep apnea notifications), Vitals
    Safety
    Fall Detection, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS
    Wrist fit
    Fits wrists 130-200 mm
    Colors
    Dark Bronze, Light Gold, Black, Space Gray
    Compatibility
    Requires iPhone 11 or later with iOS 27 or later
    In the box
    Apple Watch Series 12 with band; Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (1 m)

    Questions and answers

    How long does the battery last?
    Apple rates it at up to 24 hours of normal use and 38 hours in Low Power Mode. Heavy GPS workouts shorten that, so most owners charge daily.
    Can I use it with an Android phone?
    No. The Apple Watch Series 12 pairs only with an iPhone, and setup requires one.
    Is it good for swimming?
    Yes. It is water resistant to 50 m and has a depth gauge to 6 m, so it handles pools and recreational ocean swimming.
    What health features does it include?
    It has ECG and blood oxygen apps, sleep stages with sleep apnea notifications, and the Vitals app tracking heart rate, respiratory rate, wrist temperature and heart rate variability overnight.
    Does it need a cellular plan?
    This is the GPS model, so it needs your iPhone nearby for calls and data. A cellular version is sold separately for standalone connectivity.
    How fast does it charge?
    Apple says about 80% in roughly 30 minutes with the included fast charger.
    Where is the Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum cheapest?
    At Amazon, for $389.99, as of our latest check.
    Where can I buy the Apple Watch Series 12 42mm GPS Aluminum?
    2 stores we checked sell it, including Layaway Depot NZ, Amazon.

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