Apple Watch Series 12 preorders open at $399, shipping September 18

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Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 12, which is available for preorder starting at $399 and will be released on September 18, 2026. The new wearable focuses on internal upgrades rather than a cosmetic redesign. The Series 12 features a new Health Sensing System and S11 chip, improving heart rate accuracy, step counting, and outdoor workout battery life up to 10 hours. It also introduces a Readiness score and faster charging, with future updates including Audio Intelligence and a redesigned Health app. Apple offers trade-in credits for eligible devices, with values up to $1,315 for a MacBook Pro and $885 for an iPhone 17 Pro Max. The watch comes in 42mm and 46mm sizes, with preorders available through Apple, Amazon, and cellular carriers.


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