Apple Watch Series 3 (2024)

FAQs

Is the Apple Watch Series 3 still worth buying? ›

You can still buy the Apple Watch Series 3, even though Apple no longer supports it. We've seen refurbished Series 3 models priced at $100, but you should avoid this outdated model. For a budget Apple Watch with better value, we recommend the 2022 Apple Watch SE instead.

In 2022, Apple dropped support for only one model with the release of watchOS 9: the Apple Watch Series 3.

It was launched on September 12, 2017 alongside the iPhone 8/8 Plus and iPhone X at Apple's annual September event in the Steve Jobs Theater.

Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) lets you send and receive text messages, answer phone calls, and receive notifications when it's connected to your iPhone via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The built-in GPS works independently of your iPhone for distance, pace, and route mapping in workouts.

So how long does an Apple Watch last and are Apple Watches worth buying? There will always be exceptions, but on balance, based on the experience of our own reviewers and the comments we've seen from users online, I would say that an Apple Watch provide five to six years of good performance.

The Apple Watch Series 3 requires an iPhone 6 or newer, running at least iOS 14.

Languages. Apple Watch Series 7, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Series 3 have a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that they may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.

Yes. Apple Watch Series 3 requires an iPhone 6s or later with iOS 14 or later.

Make a call

Open the Phone app on your Apple Watch. Tap Contacts, then turn the Digital Crown to scroll. Tap the contact you want to call, then tap the phone button. Tap FaceTime Audio to start a FaceTime audio call, or tap a phone number.

Can I wear my Apple Watch 3 in the shower? ›

While you can shower with an Apple Watch on in theory, it's not recommended. Your Apple Watch is water-resistant – not waterproof – and the full act of showering (specifically applying soaps, soapy water, and shampoo) can damage the device and negatively impact an Apple Watch's water resistance.

The first-generation Apple Watch released in 2015 is now classed as obsolete by Apple. Apple regularly updates a page that lists which of its old products are designated vintage (products that haven't been sold for between five and seven years) or obsolete.

Avoid these Apple Watch models

Even though it's possible to find refurbished versions of the hugely popular Apple Watch Series 3 for around $100, we wouldn't recommend it, namely because it's discontinued and no longer supports the latest versions of WatchOS.

When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model.

Answer a call on your Apple Watch Series 3 watchOS 4

Press the accept call icon.

If you have an Apple Watch Series 3, it's time to upgrade. The Series 3 is now 5 years old and no longer supports software updates, which should be the biggest motivation for upgrading.

The Apple Watch Series 3 requires an iPhone 6 or newer, running at least iOS 14.

Apple Watch requires an iPhone 6s or later with the latest iOS version. Features are subject to change. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all regions or all languages. View complete list.

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