Apple Introduces Apple Watch Series 11 Which Brings Hypertension Detection, Sleep Insights, and 5G to the Wrist

Apple is pushing its smartwatch lineup further into the realm of health and connectivity with the debut of the Apple Watch Series 11. Unveiled at today’s keynote, the device emphasizes both medical monitoring and everyday performance, signaling Apple’s ambitions to make the watch a more indispensable companion.

Among the standout additions is hypertension detection, a first for the series. By analyzing signals over time, the watch aims to flag potential high blood pressure risks and prompt users to seek further care. Apple expects the feature to benefit millions, pending final clearance from health regulators like the FDA.

The Series 11 also deepens its focus on sleep. A new Sleep Score distills data on duration, consistency, wake events, and time spent in each sleep stage into a single rating. The aim is to give users an immediate sense of their nightly rest quality without digging through detailed graphs.

Apple hasn’t overlooked durability and performance either. The latest watch uses a stronger front crystal that is twice as resistant to scratches, while battery life has been extended to 24 hours, finally pushing past the single-day threshold. For cellular models, 5G support is making its first appearance, a move designed to make streaming, calls, and data-heavy tasks faster and more reliable on the go.

Design continuity remains intact, with the same case sizes as before, but more finishes to choose from. Aluminum models come in new shades alongside traditional options, and titanium versions are available in natural, gold, and slate. Pricing starts at $399, with pre-orders open today ahead of a September 19 release.

The Apple Watch Series 11 brings Apple closer to its vision of a device that doesn’t just track health but actively contributes to preventative care, while also keeping pace with demands for speed, style, and longevity.