Which Apple Watch 8 version should I buy? You can also find all the AirPods Pro 2 preorder and iPhone 14 preorder details should you be interested in more of the latest Apple tech. We've got all the info on Apple Watch Ultra preorders right here. Remember, you can also consider the Apple Watch Ultra if you want a more rugged and sports-focused wearable or there's a new iteration of the more budget-friendly Apple Watch SE 2. So, if it's on your shopping list then securing one during the pre-order phase is a wise move.

This could push back the delivery of your smartwatch by up to six weeks, based on previous Apple product launches. While we don't expect the Apple Watch 8 to be as popular as the iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Plus, we strongly recommend pre-ordering the latest smartwatch if you want yours as soon as possible - or to secure it as a gift ahead of time.Ī sell-out is unlikely, but temporary shipping delays are a definite possibility. For now, we've dropped in all the usual suspects alongside our expectations for any Apple Watch deals and offers they might have in the preorder phase. You'll find all the retailers taking Apple Watch 8 preorders just below. A 45mm display is also available and available colors at launch including midnight, silver, starlight and red. The latter allows you to send texts and make calls without being connected to your phone. Prices for the Apple Watch 8 start at $399 / £419 for the standard 41mm GPS version or from $499 / £529 for the 41mm GPS and cellular version. All this is on a swim-proof, dustproof and crack-resistant wearable.

Those into fitness will appreciate better heart rate monitoring, ECG and blood-oxygen monitoring. Some of these highlights are a skin temperature sensor for better stress and sleep tracking, as well as menstrual cycle tracking. First off, as the successor to the best smartwatch we've tested, it has a lot to live up to.įrom what we've seen, it's mostly incremental updates over the previous generation model, including an upgraded S8 processor, improved all-day 18-hour battery life (or up to 36 hours in low power mode) and a suite of new functions thanks to watchOS 9. First off, let's get you up to speed with everything we know about the Apple Watch 8 after the big reveal.

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