Apple Watch Series 8 has advanced health sensors and apps so you can take an ECG, measure your heart rate and blood oxygen, and track changes in your temperature to better monitor your cycle. With features for accident detection, sleep stage logging, and advanced exercise data, it helps you stay active, healthy, safe, and connected.
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Datebooks, Emergency call function, Fall detection, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Touch screen, Weather |
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Aluminium |
Item number | 21996925 |
Manufacturer | Apple |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | MNP13FD/A |
Release date | 16.9.2022 |
Exact colour description | Midnight |
Watch type | Smart watch |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | IPX6 |
Operating system | WatchOS |
Operating system compatibility | iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Datebooks, Emergency call function, Fall detection, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Touch screen, Weather |
Payment service | Apple Pay |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Electronic heart sensor, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor, Optical heart sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | Always-On Retina LTPO OLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.77" |
Image resolution | 396 x 484 pixels |
Wristband colour | Midnight |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | One size |
Strap width | 45 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Push button |
Case colour | Midnight |
Case material | Aluminium |
Glass | Hardened Ion-X glass |
Shape of watch | Square |
Case diameter | 45 mm |
Case thickness | 10.70 mm |
Smartwatch processor name | Apple S8 |
Number of processor cores | 2 -Core |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, WLAN |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life (without GPS) | 0.75 day |
Battery life | 0.75 day |
Smart home ecosystem | Apple Siri |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Magnetic charging cable, Smart watch |
Weight | 38.80 g |
Length | 30.10 cm |
Width | 8 cm |
Height | 3.60 cm |
Weight | 410 g |
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The Apple Watch Series 8 takes first place in our smartwatch best list, seamlessly replacing its predecessor. For Apple users, it remains by far the best smartwatch, even if the innovations compared to the predecessor model are extremely limited. We do not see a compelling reason to switch from the Apple Watch Series 6 and Series 7 to the new Series 8.
The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.
The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.
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