Apple Watch Series 11 — Hypertension alerts, 5G, thinner design

Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 11 with several headline features: hypertension alerts using the optical heart sensor plus machine learning, 5G cellular support, a thinner and more comfortable design, ceramic‑coated Ion‑X glass that Apple says is twice as scratch‑resistant, and cases made from 100% recycled aluminum (with recycled titanium options).

Key features

• Hypertension alerts: A background feature that analyzes optical heart sensor data over ~1 month to detect patterns associated with high blood pressure. Apple says it may notify over a million people in the first year, but availability depends on regulatory clearance (FDA pending in the US).
• 5G connectivity: Improved modem and antenna architecture for wider coverage and better power efficiency; supported by most carriers at launch.
• Design & durability: Thinner profile; Ion‑X glass with an atomic‑bonded ceramic coating for greater scratch resistance; new Space Grey color and 100% recycled aluminum cases, plus polished recycled titanium options.
• Software: Ships with watchOS 26 featuring the new Liquid Glass design and the Flow watch face.
• Availability: Apple announced preorders and a ship date in mid‑September (reported release Sept 19). Check Apple for the latest launch details.

Official info: https://www.apple.com/watch/

Amazon search (affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Apple+Watch+Series+11&tag=f1rede-20

This is a developing story. I’ll update when hands‑on reviews and full specs are available.