Been using my 44mm SE3 Cellular for a few days. Haven’t used cellular yet as my MVNO doesn’t have it yet. I use my S3 at night so haven’t completely tested the battery but when I’m done with it before bed it has a solid 45% left. I’ve been on the yearly upgrade train since S0, the best thing about SE3 is haven’t noticed any worse function than previous non-SE watches. Overall I’m happy so far, my plan going forward is being on the SE upgrade train. Answer from aj03020 on reddit.com
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Apple
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Buy Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular, 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band - M/L - Apple
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular, 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band - M/L
Shop Apple Watch SE 3 Midnight black aluminum case in 40mm and 44mm sizes, with built-in cellular connectivity and GPS. Buy now at apple.com.
Price   $299.00
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Amazon
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Amazon.com: Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) - Space Gray Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (Renewed) : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry
The Apple Watch SE is a mid-range smartwatch available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, featuring an aluminum case, built-in GPS, and 50m water resistance. Key features include an optical heart sensor, sleep tracking, activity tracking, and a selection ...
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On Verizon, is the Apple Watch SE with gps/cell service still a good option?
The basic features are the same in both models. Cell connectivity water resistance are all the same. The series 9 will have the additional heart ECG monitor to help keep track of different medical info and coordinate with your doctor. If you’re not interested in that I don’t see what the series 9 would provide you over the SE. There are some performance differences in the processor chips buts it’s a watch your not going to use it for games or anything like that so it’s inconsequential imo. The only watch that’s substantially better is the Ultra for the build quality and ruggedness but it’s a little over twice the price of an SE at 800 for the titanium model Generally there’s is always a 150 promo for adding a new line for Apple Watches but it’s spread out over 36 months so it only lowers your bill like 3 bucks More on reddit.com
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December 15, 2023
Apple Watch SE 3 Coming Soon: What to Expect | MacRumors Forums
We don't have too much longer to wait until Apple's "Awe Dropping" September event, which will see the unveiling of new iPhones and new Apple Watch models, including the Apple Watch SE. The Apple Watch SE is overdue for an update, and there could be some useful changes coming to Apple's most... More on forums.macrumors.com
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September 4, 2025
Regret that you bought GPS version but not the Cellular one?
100 percent. I’m on my phone now. Mornings and nights usually…. BUT when day time hits I just leave my phone. You can call, text, check emails… everything you need to do…. I even listen to music from my watch on YouTube while I’m out. I think wearables are the future. I don’t want to be another phone zombie. The Apple Watch is amazing with cellular. More on reddit.com
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r/AppleWatch on Reddit: How’s everyone’s experience with the Apple Watch SE 3 so far?
September 25, 2025 -

Hey everyone!

I’m curious to hear from people using the Apple Watch SE 3—both GPS and GPS + Cellular versions. How has your experience been so far?

  • Any standout pros or cons?

  • Battery life, reliability, and performance?

  • Any surprises, good or bad, since you started using it?

Just trying to get a sense of real-world use before diving in. Would love to hear your thoughts!

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Been using my 44mm SE3 Cellular for a few days. Haven’t used cellular yet as my MVNO doesn’t have it yet. I use my S3 at night so haven’t completely tested the battery but when I’m done with it before bed it has a solid 45% left. I’ve been on the yearly upgrade train since S0, the best thing about SE3 is haven’t noticed any worse function than previous non-SE watches. Overall I’m happy so far, my plan going forward is being on the SE upgrade train.
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I came into the Apple Watch world through the ultra 1 three years ago. I previously used Garmins as that was the only reason I needed a smartwatch, for runs. I’ve read from Redditors that the battery was unbelievable on an ultra but, because I’ve used Garmins, I had no other Apple Watch to compare. This weekend I bought an SE 3 as a daily wear. Here it is, 11:01 AM and my SE 3’s battery is at 51% my ultra would have been at somewhere around 80ish. I’ve meditated, walked three miles, checked some notifications and the SE 3 is half done for the day. I’m not complaining about the SE 3, I really like it! I’m just appreciating why everyone was so excited about the ultra’s battery life. I had no idea that battery life was this harsh on standard (non ultra) watches. I’ve switched my new SE 3 to low power mode and turned off the “always on” feature. Again, I really like it, just realizing that I can’t see how the see how the SE 3 is a useful fitness tracker for longer runs and hikes.
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Apple Watch For Your Kids - Apple
... Use your iPhone to pair a watch ... their own iPhone.2 With any GPS + Cellular Apple Watch model, your child gets their own phone number and Apple Account.1 You can set it up and manage it using the Apple Watch app on your ...
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Buy Apple Watch SE 3 - Apple
November 28, 2025 - The GPS + Cellular model allows you to stay connected to the people and information you care about with just your Apple Watch.
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Shop Apple Watch SE 2nd generation at Best Buy. Choose an Apple Watch SE with the features, style and size you’re looking for.
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Buy Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular, 44mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sport Band - S/M - Apple
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular, 44mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sport Band - S/M
Shop Apple Watch SE 3 Starlight aluminum case in 40mm and 44mm sizes, with built-in cellular connectivity and GPS. Buy now at apple.com.
Price   $329.00
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Sam's Club
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Apple Watch SE GPS + Cellular 44mm and Band
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Walmart
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Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sport Band - S/M - Walmart.com
Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) [GPS 40mm] Smartwatch with Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sport Band - S/M
A great deal to love. Affordable. Capable. Totally loveable. Heavy on features. Light on price. All-new features. Still light on price. Essential features to help you stay connected, active, healthy, and safe. Perfect for kids and older adults using Family Setup. Apple Watch SE 2024 2nd Generation. It's the ultimate device for a healthy life. Stay connected on the go, go, go. Crash detection, a safety feature we hope you'll never need.
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Apple Watch SE 2 vs Apple Watch SE - Apple
... All-day battery life including ... + Cellular) usage includes a total of 4 hours of cellular connection and 20 hours of connection to iPhone via Bluetooth over the course of 24 hours....
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Apple Watch - Carriers - Apple
If you have an enterprise or corporate cellular service plan, check with your company or carrier to see if they support this feature. Prepaid accounts and some older accounts may not be supported. ... Model A2859 This product has been optimized for use in China mainland. ... Service availability and supported cities for Apple Watch are determined by each carrier. Contact your carrier for service and city details. ... Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + Cellular Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular Apple Watch Ultra 3 GPS + Cellular Apple Watch Series 10 GPS + Cellular Apple Watch Series 9 GPS + Cellular Ap
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Apple Support
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Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) - Tech Specs - Apple Support
All-day battery life is based on ... Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) (GPS + Cellular) usage includes a total of 4 hours of LTE connection and 14 hours of connection to iPhone via Bluetooth over the course of 18 hours....
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Apple
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Apple Watch SE 3 - Technical Specifications - Apple
Weight (GPS + Cellular): 26.4 grams · Fits 130–200mm wrists · Hardware and Buttons · Digital Crown · Microphone · Side button · Speaker/air vent · Optical heart sensor · Controls · Digital Crown with haptic feedback · Side button · Double tap and wrist flick gestures ·
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Reddit
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r/verizon on Reddit: On Verizon, is the Apple Watch SE with gps/cell service still a good option?
December 15, 2023 -

I was looking at the Apple Watch SE, because the Android watch I got before getting my iPhone is just not convenient at all. Is data and cellular good for the additional price?

Or is looking for a good sale on the Series 9 worth getting over the SE? I don't know if it's worth mentioning, but I don't think I'll need the more in-depth heart rate/sleep/fitness features beyond basic fitness tracking

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MacRumors
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Apple Watch SE 3 Coming Soon: What to Expect | MacRumors Forums
September 4, 2025 - I’ve been wanting to leave my phone behind when I go to the store, to the park with my kids, run to the post office, etc. So I’ve been looking at getting a cellular Apple Watch. I’ve been thinking the SE3 with cellular is the way to go, but the current SE w/ cellular is $299.
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Wikipedia
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Apple Watch - Wikipedia
2 days ago - Apple has introduced a new generation of the Apple Watch with improved internal components each September – each labeled by Apple as a 'Series', with certain exceptions. Each Series has been initially sold in multiple variants defined by the watch casing's material, colour, and size (except for the budget watches Series 1 and SE, available only in aluminium, and the Ultra, available only in 49 mm titanium), and beginning with the Series 3, by the option in the aluminium variants for LTE cellular connectivity, which comes standard with the other materials.