iOS Today (Audio) iOS 772: Choosing a New Apple Watch - Series 11 vs. SE 3 vs. Ultra 3 Compared
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Oct 2, 2025 Navigating Apple's latest smartwatch options can be tricky! Discover the key differences between the SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3. Explore features like display brightness, health sensors, and battery life. Find out who should upgrade and why the Ultra 3 stands out with its rugged design and advanced safety features. Plus, get tips on reusing bands and troubleshooting iMessage notifications. Don't miss a nostalgic twist with a VHS app recommendation!
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Core Feature Parity Simplifies Choice
- Apple equalized many core features across SE3, Series 11, and Ultra 3, making choice about extras rather than basics.
- This narrows upgrade decisions to battery, sensors, durability, and niche features like satellite SOS and depth gauges.
Match Case Size And Prefer Series 11 For Brightness
- Prefer Series 11 if you want a brighter display (up to 2000 nits) and longer battery than SE3.
- Buy the larger case size if you already own larger bands to avoid compatibility issues.
All-Day Battery Definition
- Apple defines