We are utility tool makers All agree: If you have an iPhone, an Apple Watch is the best wearable go with it. The only question is which version do you get? Last year, Apple announced its latest version, the Series 7. The company is still selling the old Series SE and Series 3, but the much-loved Series 6 has already gotten its start. (You can still find it on sale, though). Here, we’ll take a look at which is best for you and whether the older models are worth the price.
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Update April 2022: We’ve added information about Apple Watch accessories and services, and added information about the U1 chip.
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