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Like Apple’s rumored smart home hub, the refreshed Apple Watch SE might not launch as soon as initially expected. A new report says the Apple Watch SE 3 will debut in the second half of 2025.
Apple supposedly will give its cheapest smartwatch a big redesign this year, launching it with a totally new look.
The current-gen Apple Watch SE debuted in September 2022, featuring upgraded internals and a lower price tag. But the wearable’s S8 SiP is now showing its age. The design also looks dated now.
Apple aims to address these shortcomings with the upcoming refresh of the Apple Watch SE. Previous reports suggest it could sport a colorful design, making it kid-friendly.
Apple apparently plans to use 3D printing and make the third-gen Apple Watch SE’s chassis out of plastic to reduce costs. Hopefully, the company will pass these savings on to customers so that the 2025 Apple Watch SE will carry a lower starting price.
Launch delayed until second half of 2025
Initial rumors suggested the third-gen Apple Watch SE would launch in September 2024, but that did not happen. Rumors then moved the release timeline to spring 2025, with the budget Apple Watch launching alongside the new iPhone SE, which supposedly will arrive “by April.” However, even this will not happen, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman in his latest Power On newsletter.
The company seemingly plans to launch the new Apple Watch SE in September 2025.
Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 might add new features
Apple supposedly will not introduce any major design changes to the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3. But those models likely will add new features, with the Ultra 3 rumored to gain satellite connectivity.
Gurman also says Apple might bring high blood pressure monitoring to the two smartwatches this year.
More importantly, the company is working on revamping the Health app, though it’s unclear whether it will arrive with iOS 19 this year.
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