Smartwatch

Apple Watch Series 12

Apple opens pre-orders for Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4, with U.S. deliveries starting September 18, 2026. We break down prices, configurations, what’s changed versus Series 11/Ultra 3, and what happens to the bands and chargers you already own.

Brand
Apple
Generation
Series 12
Status
Available
Announced
September 9, 2026
Released
September 18, 2026

Documented data

Specifications

Case sizes
42 mm, 46 mm
Case materials
Aluminum, Titanium, Ceramic
Included in box
Magnetic Fast Charger to USB‑C Cable (1 m) and band
Battery life (normal use)
Up to 24 hours (up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode)
Fast charge example
Around 15 minutes for up to 12 hours of use

Connections

Technologies and standards

  • softwarewatchOS 27
  • connectorUSB‑C magnetic fast charging
  • standardGPS
  • standardCellular (eSIM)

Commercial context

Price and availability

Each price keeps its market, currency, seller and observation date; it does not imply current availability.

MarketVariantSellerPriceChecked
USApple399,00 USDSeptember 18, 2026

Editorial context

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