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Apple Watch Series 12
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£369at apple.com
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- Irregular rhythm alerts studied in large trials
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From £369 (SE 3 from £219)
- form
- Smartwatch
- battery
- Up to 24 hours (up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode). Needs charging about daily
- sensors
- Optical heart rate, electrical heart sensor (ECG), skin temperature, accelerometer, GPS
Where we checked it: apple.com ›
Why we picked it
Apple’s irregular rhythm notifications were tested in the 419,000-person Apple Heart Study, and smartwatch detection of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart rhythm) has been pooled in systematic reviews. No subscription is needed for health data. Apple Watch SE 3 starts at £219 if you want a cheaper option.
Best for
iPhone users who want one device for activity, heart rhythm alerts, sleep and everyday smartwatch features
Not for
Android users, or anyone who does not want to charge a watch most days
The details that matter.
- • From £369 (SE 3 from £219)
- • Irregular rhythm alerts studied in large trials
- • No subscription for health data
- • Needs frequent charging
Specifications
- form
- Smartwatch
- battery
- Up to 24 hours (up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode). Needs charging about daily
- sensors
- Optical heart rate, electrical heart sensor (ECG), skin temperature, accelerometer, GPS
- subscription
- None for health data
- compatibility
- iPhone only
How strong is the research? What our grades mean ›
- Strong research
- Independent certification or lab data for the specific claim.
- Promising research
- The material is well supported, but there is no product-level testing.
- Early research
- Little independent research.
- Mixed research
- Research findings disagree.
- £
- Under £20
- ££
- £20 to £79
- £££
- £80+
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