On September 7th, at the ‘Fall Out’ event, the Apple Watch SE 2022 was launched alongside iPhone 14 series, AirPods Pro 2nd Gen, Watch 8 and a new Watch Ultra edition. This overview highlights the Apple Watch SE 2022 specifications from the Far Out event.
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Apple Watch SE 2022
The first generation of Watch SE was about Apple giving users a choice of Smartwatches. Many manufacturers have various models, different styling and even distinct purposes.
Apple gave the SE a very similar look and feel to the Watch 6 Series when it launched in 2020, but there was one big difference. The price.
And the original SE was one of Apple’s best launches that year. Giving consumers an entry-level device at a reasonable price point and even opening the experience up to children without an iPhone thanks to Family Set-Up.
Features //Apple Watch SE 2022
As with its predecessor, Watch SE 2022 is all about giving the core Apple Watch experience without the premium price tag and this new generation is closer than ever to its bigger sibling the Watch 8.
Watch SE retains the smaller 40 or 44mm Retina OLED display options, last seen on Watch Series 6 as Series 7 onwards moved to 41/45mm models. There is no Always-On option either on the SE 2022.
The biggest difference between SE and Series 8 is the selection of sensors to keep the price down. Watch SE 2022 will come with only the second-generation optical heart sensor.
But it’s not all bad news! The same dual-core processor from the Watch 8 and Ultra will power the SE 2022 along with the new Crash Detection feature and international roaming.
Styling
Along with three new casing colours, Watch SE 2022 has a redesigned back case, made from a nylon composite material, that now matches the rest of the case, which remains unchanged.
Watch SE will be compatible with all current and future Apple bands designed for 40/44mm casings.
As with the other Watch models, the SE 2022 is swim-proof and can be submerged up to 50m.
Apple again stressed during the launch that Watch SE is the perfect introduction to Apple Watch and for Family Setup.
And, with the smaller display casing, Watch SE and Family Setup make a great combination for younger family members who don’t yet own an iPhone.
Specifications //Apple Watch SE 2022
| Watch SE (2022) | Series 8 | Ultra | |
| Dimensions | 40 x 34 x 11mm 44 x 38 x 11mm | 41 x 35 x 11mm 45 x 38 x 11mm | 49 x 44 x 14mm |
| Weight | from 26g | from 32g | 61g |
| Colour Options | Midnight Starlight Silver | Midnight Starlight Silver Graphite Gold Product (RED) | Natural Titanium |
| Display | 40mm 44mm Retina OLED | 41mm 45mm Always-On Retina OLED | 49mm Always-On Retina OLED |
| Chip | W3 Apple | W3 Apple U1 ultra wideband | W3 Apple U1 ultra wideband |
| Capacity | 32GB | 32GB | 32GB |
| Charging | USB‑C magnetic | USB‑C magnetic fast-charging | USB‑C magnetic fast-charging |
| Power | up to 18 hours | up to 18 hours | up to 36 hours |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi GPS only 4G LTE GPS + Cell Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi GPS only 4G LTE GPS + Cell Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi + 4G LTE Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Control | Digital Crown Haptic Feedback Touchscreen | Digital Crown Haptic Feedback Touchscreen | Digital Crown Haptic Feedback Touchscreen Customizable Action Button |
| Sensors | 2nd Gen Optical Heart | Blood oxygen Electrical heart Optical Heart 3rd Gen Temperature | Blood oxygen Electrical heart Optical Heart 3rd Gen Temperature |
| Microphone | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Speaker | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Waterproof | to 50m | to 50m | to 100m Dive Ready to 40m |
| In the Box | Watch SE USB-C to Charging Puck Manuals | Watch Series 8 USB-C to Charging Puck Manuals | Watch Ultra USB-C to Charging Puck Manuals |
| Website | apple.com | apple.com | apple.com |
Pricing //Apple Watch SE 2022
The new Apple Watch SE 2022 will start at $249/£259 for the 40mm GPS version and $329/£349 for the larger 44mm GPS+Cell specification, both priced with standard straps.
All options and configurations are available on apple.com.