Apple Watch Series 11 — Hypertension Detection, 5G & New Design

Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 11 at its “Awe Dropping” event. Pre-orders start at $399 and it ships on September 19, 2025.

Key features

• Hypertension detection: Uses the optical heart sensor plus a new ML algorithm (background monitoring over ~1 month) to flag possible high blood pressure; Apple expects FDA clearance and may notify over a million people in year one.
• 5G cellular: Faster data on cellular models with improved modem and antenna design.
• Sleep Score: New sleep scoring based on duration, consistency, awakenings and other metrics to help improve sleep.
• More durable display: Ion‑X glass with ceramic-level durability (twice as scratch-resistant).
• Materials & battery: Case now 100% recycled aluminum (and recycled titanium options); battery redesigned for up to 24 hours of use.
• Software & faces: Ships with watchOS 26 and new “Flow” and “Exactograph” watch faces showcasing the Liquid Glass design.

Official and shopping links

Official Apple announcement: Apple Newsroom — Series 11

Search / buy on Amazon: Apple Watch Series 11 on Amazon

Notes

Apple says the hypertension feature won’t catch every case; it relies on FDA clearance and background analysis. This is a developing story — check official links for updates.

Originally reported by Engadget; this post links to Apple and shopping pages for more info.