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This latest Apple Watch Series Eleven delivers the improvement the majority really need from their wrist gadget: improved power endurance.

Otherwise, this latest version serves as a straightforward upgrade from the previous model, maintaining similarity in design, size measurements and features, with most of its upgrades coming from watchOS.

The Series 11 is also £30 cheaper in the UK, priced starting at 369 pounds (€449/399 dollars/A$679), placed higher than the newly revamped £219 Watch SE for entry-level buyers alongside the £749 Ultra 3 in the premium segment.

Appearance and Screen

Similar to the previous Series 10, the new model measures only under 10mm slim, creating a slender profile to the wrist, easy to sneak beneath shirt sleeves plus more pleasant during sleep.

Featuring a 2,000nit interface is plenty bright for seeing in various lighting, remaining clear to read off-angle, which makes quickly looking at the time or notifications simple.

It is covered with glass which is double the scratch resistance compared to previous models, while not reaching the hardness compared to sapphire, that's only available for the more expensive titanium editions.

Capability and Runtime

This latest device utilizes the same S10 chip found in earlier versions with new capability for optional 5G and stronger reception when you're exploring remote areas.

The batteries demonstrate growth in storage approximately 10 percent with the smaller and 46mm watches in that order.

The 46mm achieved approximately two days in testing featuring overnight analysis but without exercise.

The majority of users can nearly be able to track two full days with overnight use until recharge becomes necessary, requiring 66 minutes with a 20-watt or higher charger (available separately), reaching approximately 70 percent in half an hour.

Should you go out for a run, the device can continue approximately eight hours of tracking, adequate time to complete marathons or two.

Product Features

• Size options: 42mm and 46mm
• Device slimness: 9.7mm
• Device weight: approximately 30-37 grams
• Chip: S10
• Internal storage: 64GB
• Software platform: watchOS Twenty-Six
• Water resistance: 50 meters (5 atmospheres)
• Monitoring features: Heart rate, ECG, Blood oxygen, Temperature, Depth gauge, mic, speaker, Near-field communication, Global navigation, Compass, altimeter
• Connectivity: Bluetooth technology, wifi 4, NFC, Ultra-wideband, optional 5G

Software Enhancements

The Series 11 includes watchOS 26, compatible with every version starting from Series 6 and subsequent.

This includes the latest Liquid Glass design, resulting in interface components semi-translucent, plus introducing fresh interface options: an expansive digital display called Flow that responds to movement and an analogue face named Exactograph, dividing time components as separate indicators.

The standout addition centers on gesture control, requiring swift turning your arm outward then returning to close applications and go back to the watch face.

The feature operates without lifting your arm to look at the watch, allowing users to stop notifications using a quick gesture via arm movement.

Activity Analysis

The Apple Watch includes an extensive health monitoring suite of tools found in earlier versions plus including several fresh capabilities and revamped workout app.

Hypertension alerts monitor indicators of high blood pressure during monthly analysis, notifying you to seek medical advice if your heart rate data indicates potential a hidden problem.

The new sleep score metric enhances rest analysis simpler to understand, similar to competitors from multiple companies.

Every day the device displays a percentage score that is broken down in three sections: duration, bedtime and interruptions, all being easy to understand and viewable in the Health app on your smartphone as well.

Exercise companion serves as automated guidance utilizing your previous workout data to provide encouragement during fitness activities, like detecting previous running sessions three times this week and exertion levels you achieved.

Also featuring verbal notifications when attaining particular goals during exercise, like specific speed, cardiac rhythm, length, period or other metrics.

Options include of three voices, providing audio feedback via wireless earbuds synced to the wearable for one of 12 activities, including walking, running or cycling.

However, it only works if you also carry your iPhone 15 Pro or later during activities, which I found irritating enough that I would forgo the function to avoid being encumbered carrying mobile devices.

Green Initiatives

The manufacturer states power cells will endure exceeding 1000 full power cycles retaining four-fifths of its original capacity and is replaceable at £95 cost.

Fixings require approximately £300-400 according to device type.

The device incorporates over forty percent reused components such as aluminum, cobalt, copper, glass, gold materials, lithium, rare earth elements, steel parts, tin, {titanium|