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Watch Series 12

Name: Apple Watch Series 12
Brand: Apple

Available Announced 9 Sep 2026 · source Released 18 Sep 2026

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Score 🏆 #4 of 4 smartwatches

Launch priceUSD 399≈ QAR 1,452US · 42mm · all markets

TypeSmartwatch
Battery life (maker claim)24 h
GPSYes
Weight32.2 g
Water/dust ratingWR 50m (ISO 22810:2010), IP6X
Works withiPhone 11 or later with iOS 27 or later

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Battery21

Features94

Build & durability35

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Official launch prices

Market	Variant	Launch price	Source
GB	42mm	GBP 369 ≈ QAR 1,788	apple.com · Sep 2026
IN	42mm	INR 56,900 ≈ QAR 2,176	apple.com · Sep 2026
US	42mm	USD 399 ≈ QAR 1,452	apple.com · Sep 2026

The maker's own launch price per market, as announced. Shop prices change — see “Where to buy” for current offers.

Watch Series 12 overview

Apple Watch Series 12 was announced on 9 September 2026. It is a smartwatch that works with iPhone 11 or later with iOS 27 or later. The maker rates the battery for up to 24 h. It weighs 32.2 g. It is WR 50m (ISO 22810:2010), IP6X-rated against water and dust.

Written from the official specs below — no guesses. Full specs and sources follow.

Full specifications

Launch

Release date	18 Sep 2026 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Type	Smartwatch Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

Display

Screen size	Not stated by the makerApple gives display area in sq mm (970 sq mm for 42mm), not a diagonal in inches Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Display type	Always-On Retina display, wide-angle OLED, LTPO3 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Resolution	374 x 446 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

Platform

Chip	Apple S11 SiP Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Software	watchOS 27 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Works with	iPhone 11 or later with iOS 27 or later Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Storage	64 GB Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

Battery

Battery life (maker claim)	24 h Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Battery	Not stated by the makerSpec page gives no battery capacity Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Charging	Fast charging: up to 80% in about 30 min Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Wireless charging	Not stated by the makerMagnetic fast charger listed; page does not call it wireless/Qi charging Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

Body

Weight	32.2 g Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Dimensions	42 x 37 x 9.7 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Water/dust rating	WR 50m (ISO 22810:2010), IP6X Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Colours	Dark Bronze · Light Gold · Black · Space Gray Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

Connectivity & sensors

Bluetooth	5.3 Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
GPS	Yes Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
NFC	Not stated by the makerApple Pay is listed but the page does not name NFC Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026
Sensors	Electrical heart sensor (2nd gen) · Optical heart sensor · Blood oxygen sensor · Temperature sensor · Compass · Always-on altimeter · High-g accelerometer · High dynamic range gyroscope · Ambient light sensor · Depth gauge (6 m) · Water temperature sensor Official · apple.com · checked 28 Oct 2026

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Accessories for the Watch Series 12

Worked out from this phone’s official specs — what fits, what doesn’t, and what to look for.

Extra bands

Spare bands for the exact model and size “Watch Series 12” — sport bands for workouts, leather or metal for daily wear.

Screen protector

A thin protector made for the exact case size guards the display.

Charger

Charging: Fast charging: up to 80% in about 30 min. Keep a spare charger for travel.

Watch Series 12: common questions

When was the Apple Watch Series 12 announced?

It was announced on 9 September 2026.

What was the launch price of the Apple Watch Series 12?

The official launch price was USD 399 in US (starting price; shop prices change over time).

When did the Apple Watch Series 12 go on sale?

Release date: 18 Sep 2026.

What is the chip of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Chip: Apple S11 SiP.

How long does the Apple Watch Series 12 battery last?

Battery life (maker claim): 24 h.

How heavy is the Apple Watch Series 12?

Weight: 32.2 g.

What is the bluetooth of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Bluetooth: 5.3.

What is the type of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Type: Smartwatch.

What is the display type of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Display type: Always-On Retina display, wide-angle OLED, LTPO3.

What is the software of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Software: watchOS 27.

What is the dimensions of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Dimensions: 42 x 37 x 9.7.

What is the wi-fi of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

What is the resolution of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Resolution: 374 x 446.

Which phones does the Apple Watch Series 12 work with?

Works with: iPhone 11 or later with iOS 27 or later.

Is the Apple Watch Series 12 waterproof?

Water/dust rating: WR 50m (ISO 22810:2010), IP6X.

Does the Apple Watch Series 12 have GPS?

Yes, it has built-in GPS.

What is the storage of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Storage: 64 GB.

What is the charging of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Charging: Fast charging: up to 80% in about 30 min.

What is the colours of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Colours: Dark Bronze · Light Gold · Black · Space Gray.

Does the Apple Watch Series 12 have NFC?

The maker does not state this in its official specifications.

Does the Apple Watch Series 12 support wireless charging?

The maker does not state this in its official specifications.

What is the sensors of the Apple Watch Series 12?

Sensors: Electrical heart sensor (2nd gen) · Optical heart sensor · Blood oxygen sensor · Temperature sensor · Compass · Always-on altimeter · High-g accelerometer · High dynamic range gyroscope · Ambient light sensor · Depth gauge (6 m) · Water temperature sensor.