My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Apple Watch SE 3
Today is a great day for Apple shoppers looking for the latest Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 , Apple’s newest and most premium smartwatch, has dropped to its lowest price ever, and now the Apple Watch SE 3, the most affordable smartwatch (and, in fact, the best for most people), has also dropped to its lowest price yet, according to price tracking tools . Even though the 40mm Apple Watch SE 3 with GPS only came out in September , you can get it for $199.99 (originally $249). The larger 44mm case is $229.99 (originally $279), also a $50 discount.
The SE 3 is the most affordable option compared to the Series 11 and Ultra 3, Apple’s latest models. But never before has a budget model been so close in price to a mid-range Apple Watch. That’s why, according to PCMag’s “excellent” review, it’s the best option for most people who prefer to save money rather than buy all those fancy specs and features.
The SE3 features the same Apple S10 processor as the Series 11 and improved battery life, averaging around 46 hours. It features an Always-on display, 5G support, gesture controls, built-in Siri, ovulation prediction, sleep apnea detection, and a wrist temperature sensor. And, of course, you’ll get all the benefits of the upcoming iOS 26.2 .
Since this is the cellular version, you don’t need to take your iPhone with you to receive calls or send text messages. The improved 5G connection means your calls will be less likely to drop, and downloads and video streaming will be faster.
If I were a betting man, I’d say you won’t find this watch cheaper on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, given its recent release and Apple’s history of sales. This price is probably the best right now.