Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Series 9, featuring a host of new features and a significant environmental milestone. The latest iteration of the watch is powered by the new S9 SiP chip, offering enhanced performance and capabilities. It introduces a novel double tap gesture, a brighter display, faster on-device Siri with access to health data, and Precision Finding for iPhone. Running on watchOS 10, the Series 9 comes with redesigned apps, new watch faces, cycling and hiking features, and tools to support mental health.
One remarkable aspect is Apple’s commitment to sustainability. For the first time, customers can choose a carbon-neutral version of any Apple Watch, aligning with Apple’s ambitious 2030 goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its entire business, supply chain, and product life cycle. The Series 9 is available for order, with availability starting on September 22.
For health-conscious users, on-device Siri can now access and log health data, and the watch’s new Precision Finding feature helps locate a misplaced iPhone. The watchOS 10 update brings a fresh approach to viewing information, new watch faces like Snoopy and Palette, and improved cycling features.
Apple Watch SE offers an affordable entry point to the Apple Watch ecosystem, delivering core features and supporting health and safety features like Fall Detection and Emergency SOS.
The company has also unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 2, featuring significant upgrades and environmental achievements. The smartwatch includes S9 SiP chip, double tap gesture, expanded altitude capabilities, on-device Siri, Precision Finding for iPhone, and enhanced water-related features. It runs watchOS 10, introducing redesigned apps and a Modular Ultra watch face. Despite these advancements, it maintains a 36-hour battery life with regular use and up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode.
Apple Watch: Prices in UAE
The new Apple watch 9 series comes in two variations: aluminium body and stainless steel body. Aluminium body with the choice of GPS or GPS + Cellular model starts from AED 1,599. This watch has a matt finish with an Ion-X strengthened glass display. This model can be made carbon neutral when paired with new Sport Loop bands.
Apple Watch 9 with stainless steel body which has GPS + Cellular starts from AED 2,799. This model is a polished finish with a durable sapphire crystal display.
The Apple Watch Hermès includes all the features of Series 9 and built-in GPS + Cellular connectivity. The stainless steel case comes in polished silver and space black finishes. It features a classic Single Tour band handcrafted from Swift leather. The price of this starts from AED 4,999.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes with three different band options. The ‘Alpine Loop’ model is catered for outdoor adventures, the ‘Trail Loop’ for all workouts and the ‘Ocean Band’ for water sports and recreational diving. The ‘Alpine Loop’ and ‘Trail Loop’ are carbon-neutral bands. All these models starts at AED 3,199.
Apple Watch SE starts at AED 999 and can be made carbon neutral when paired with new Sport Loop bands.Â
You can buy it online at the Apple store UAE here.
Trade in your old Apple Watch and get credits to buy a new one
You can receive credit ranging from AED 135 to AED 1,050 towards your next Apple Watch through the Apple Trade-In program. Simply find out the trade-in value of your eligible device, prepare it for trade-in when your new Apple Watch ships, and send it in within 14 days. If your trade-in matches the condition you described, the process is complete. If not, you’ll receive instructions for next steps. If the trade-in value exceeds your new Apple Watch’s cost and you paid in full, you’ll get an Apple Store Gift Card. If your device doesn’t qualify, responsibly recycle it at an Apple Store or local collection point for free.
