Apple’s new budget-friendly Watch SE 3 is now on sale at Amazon, receiving its first major discount with 20% off select color options. Find out why this Apple smartwatch is worth the upgrade and who should consider buying it.
If you’ve been waiting for the new Watch SE 3 to go on sale, your patience has paid off. The budget-friendly Apple smartwatch is now discounted for the first time on Amazon, dropping to a new low of $199 from its original $249 price—a $50 (20%) cut.
The deal applies to the 40 mm GPS version in the Starlight colorway. If you prefer the larger 44 mm model or have a bigger wrist, that version is also on sale for $229, down from $279.
Why Choose the Apple Watch SE 3
The Apple Watch SE 3 (review) launched in September alongside the Watch Series 11. Like its predecessor, it’s the more affordable option in Apple’s smartwatch lineup. It’s a long-overdue upgrade to the Watch SE 2 and is especially recommended for those coming from the first-generation SE or buying their first smartwatch.
Apple kept the iconic squarish design, though it sits on the simpler end of the spectrum due to its thicker bezels. Still, it’s a lightweight device at just 10.7 mm thick and 26.3 grams, with a slightly rugged feel thanks to its compact size and 5 ATM water resistance.
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One of the biggest upgrades is support for the always-on display—a feature missing from previous SE models and previously reserved for the pricier Watch Series. This lets you view the time and other display content without fully waking the screen. The protective glass is also more durable, offering better resistance to scratches and cracks.
The Watch SE 3 is powered by the Apple S10 SiP (system-in-package), a faster dual-core processor that delivers noticeably snappier performance. Despite the added power and always-on display, it maintains a solid 18-hour battery life, which can be extended by enabling battery saver mode.
This is a rare discount, especially considering the Watch SE 3 was just released over a month ago. If you’ve been thinking about picking one up, now might be the perfect time.
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