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Best Apple Watch (2026): Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3
Wired has published its updated 2026 buying guide to the Apple Watch lineup, now covering three current models with distinct strengths, alongside the recent return of the blood oxygen sensor after prior legal disputes had forced its removal. The guide aims to help buyers navigate Apple's expanding smartwatch range, which now includes advanced health monitoring, satellite messaging and hypertension alerts introduced over the past year, running on the latest watchOS 27.
– Apple Watch Series 11 (£399/$399) — best overall, with 24-hour battery life, full health tracking (blood oxygen, ECG, hypertension notifications), 5G connectivity and a 2,000-nit display, though it lacks satellite connectivity – Apple Watch SE 3 (£249/$249) — best value, using the S10 chip to add sleep apnoea alerts and skin temperature sensing, previously missing from the SE 2 – Apple Watch Ultra 3 (£799/$799) — best for outdoor use, aimed at rugged, adventure-focused users – The guide also includes comparison tables, honourable mentions, and advice on which older models to avoid
In short
- Wired's 2026 guide ranks three current Apple Watch models
- Series 11 best overall; SE 3 best value; Ultra 3 best outdoors
- Blood oxygen sensor has returned after past legal removal
Explained simply
Apple Watches are wearable devices that track health and fitness metrics throughout the day. Apple offers three models at different price points, each with different capabilities, making it useful to understand which suits your needs.
Over recent years, Apple has added various health-monitoring features to its watches, including heart rate tracking, blood oxygen detection, and hypertension alerts. The product range has grown more complex, with models differing in features like satellite connectivity and durability for outdoor activities, so buyers need guidance to choose the right device.
A buying guide from technology publications like Wired helps readers compare the Apple Watch models across features, battery life, durability, and price. This resource is particularly valuable when a manufacturer offers multiple versions aimed at different needs and budgets, allowing people to make informed purchasing decisions.
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