Apple Watch Series 12 vs. Apple Watch Series 11: Is it Worth Upgrading?
Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Series 12, which maintains the same $399 starting price as its predecessor despite the industry-wide memory shortage. The new model features a new S11 chip that enables more frequent health sensor readings and additional AI capabilities, while retaining a design nearly identical to the Series 11. The device is available for preorder now with a September 18 shipping date, offering new material options like ceramic alongside the standard aluminum and titanium cases.
- ▪The Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399, matching the price of the Series 11, and includes a new $799 ceramic case option.
- ▪The new S11 chip allows the watch to measure heart rate every five seconds, a significant increase from the five-minute interval of the previous model.
- ▪The Series 12 features a rearranged sensor array on the bottom of the device to improve reading accuracy and frequency.
- ▪Preorders for the Apple Watch Series 12 are open immediately, with units scheduled to ship on September 18, 2026.
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Tech > Mobile > Smartwatches Apple Watch Series 12 vs. Apple Watch Series 11: Is it Worth Upgrading? This year's new Apple Watch is impressive, but does it improve enough on last year's? David Lumb Managing Editor, Mobile David Lumb is a managing editor for the mobile team, covering mobile and gaming spaces.… Read full bio David Lumb Managing Editor, Mobile Read full bio September 11, 2026, 5:22 pm ET 6 min read The Apple Watch Series 12 (left) succeeds the 2025 Apple Watch Series 11. Zain Awais/CNET Apple unveiled a new lineup of devices at its Surprise and Shine event on Wednesday, including the new Apple Watch Series 12.
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