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Our latest wearable Series 11 introduces the feature many users really need from a smartwatch: improved power endurance.

Apart from that, the new model acts as a straightforward upgrade from the previous model, maintaining similarity in design, proportions and capabilities, with the majority of improvements originating from software.

The latest version furthermore priced £30 lower within the United Kingdom, costing from 369 pounds (449 euros/399 dollars/A$679), positioned above the newly revamped £219 Watch SE for entry-level buyers and the £749 Ultra 3 at the high end.

Build and Interface

Following the design of Series Ten, this updated version measures only 9.7 millimeters in thickness, creating a slender profile on your arm, simple to slide under cuffs plus more pleasant at night.

This 2,000-nit interface remains sufficiently luminous for viewing inside and outside, staying legible at various perspectives, making quickly looking for timekeeping or notifications simple.

It is covered with glass that is significantly more durable compared to previous models, while not reaching the hardness compared to sapphire, that remains exclusive on the pricier titanium versions.

Capability and Runtime

This latest device incorporates equivalent S10 silicon found in earlier versions with new capability for optional 5G and improved connectivity when you're exploring remote areas.

Power cells demonstrate growth in capacity significantly with the smaller and 46 millimeter models respectively.

Bigger version managed an impressive 48 hours during evaluation including sleep monitoring when not used for fitness.

The majority of users will just about monitor 48 hours including sleep until recharge becomes necessary, which takes just over an hour using a 20W or higher charger (not included), reaching approximately three-quarters charge in 30 minutes.

If you do engage in exercise, it will last approximately eight hours for monitoring, which is long enough to complete marathons or extended activities.

Technical Specifications

• Size options: 42mm and 46mm
• Profile depth: Under 10mm
• Mass: approximately 30-37 grams
• Processor: S10 processor
• Internal storage: 64 gigabytes
• Operating system: latest watchOS
• Swim capability: 5ATM rating (50m waterproof)
• Monitoring features: Heart rate, Electrocardiogram, spO2, Temperature, Depth gauge, mic, Speaker, Near-field communication, GNSS, compass, Altimeter
• Communication options: Bluetooth 5.3, wifi 4, NFC capability, Ultra-wideband, optional 5G

Operating System Updates

The latest device comes preloaded with updated software, functioning on each iteration since the sixth generation and subsequent.

This includes Apple's new Liquid Glass interface, resulting in interface components somewhat see-through, plus introducing additional display styles: a large digital face titled Flow that responds to movement plus an analog display named Exactograph, which breaks out hours, minutes and seconds into individual displays.

The best new feature is the wrist-flick gesture, where you rapidly twist your arm outward and then back to dismiss things and go back to the main interface.

This functions without lifting your arm to look at the watch, allowing users to stop notifications using a quick gesture of the wrist.

Activity Analysis

This smartwatch includes the same comprehensive health monitoring suite of capabilities found in earlier versions while introducing several fresh capabilities and a redesigned fitness program.

Blood pressure notifications monitor indicators of elevated BP through extended monitoring, informing wearers to get yourself checked out if cardiac metrics suggests you may have undetected issues.

The new sleep score metric enhances rest analysis easier to interpret, like other brands including various manufacturers.

Every day the device displays a score out of 100 separated into components across three areas: time asleep, schedule and wakeups, each easy to understand and accessible in the Health app on the iPhone also.

Workout buddy serves as automated guidance that uses your previous workout data to provide pep talks around exercise sessions, like detecting that you have already run three times this week and the level of effort you demonstrated.

It also provides audible heads-up when attaining particular goals during exercise, like specific speed, heart rate, range, period or further statistics.

Options include among three vocal styles, which speak to you via wireless earbuds paired with the device for multiple workout categories, like strolling, sprinting or cycling.

However, it only works if you have with you newer iPhone models with you, creating frustration enough that I would forgo the feature to avoid being encumbered with a phone on runs.

Eco-Friendly Features

The manufacturer states the battery should last more than 1,000 full power cycles with at least 80% of its original capacity and can be replaced for ninety-five pounds.

Service pricing ranges between £295 and £389 based on specific version.

The device incorporates significant amounts of sustainable elements including aluminium, cobalt metal, copper elements, glass components, gold, lithium, specialized materials, steel, tin, {titanium|