Key Takeaways
- The Apple Watch SE 3’s bright colors may meet the needs of children.
- The SE 3 has a plastic frame which makes it more durable.
- At a lower price, the SE 3 could be the perfect holiday gift for parents looking for ideas.
The tech world has known for a while what Apple has planned for the Apple Watch SE 3. Of course, given that the pitch is that it’s a stripped-down version of the full-fledged Apple Watch, it’s hard to pinpoint exactly how it differs from the SE 2 and makes it worth buying.
If Bloomberg’s rumors are correct, Apple may be heading in an entirely new direction, one that the Cupertino company has never taken with any other device — and, coincidentally, in the process, it may be paving the way for it to enter a market that excites both kids and parents.
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Apple Watch SE 3 may be child tested and parent approved
The kid-friendly Apple Watch could be a big hit
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has rumored that what will set the Apple Watch SE 3 apart from previous versions is that it will offer features that will appeal to kids and make parents excited about buying them the next cool gadget.
Essentially, Apple may be following in the footsteps of watchmakers like Swatch of old in offering a variety of looks and colors, allowing kids to find the watch case that best suits their personality. Is your child’s favorite color green? Red? Purple? This next version of the Apple Watch will likely offer all of these colors and more.
Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
- Battery life
- Up to 18 hours
- screen
- Retina LTPO OLED Display
- Health Sensor
- Second generation optical heart sensor
- Mobile Payments
- Apple Pay
Brightly colored watch cases also have the added benefit of being less likely to get lost. Metallic colored watches are hard to find, but bright yellow, orange, or purple ones might be more noticeable. Kids lose things. It’s their nature. Of course, Apple has plans to help you find your device even when it’s buried under a pile of toys or clothes, but there are reasons why these “Find My Device” tricks don’t work, like a dead battery. Keeping an eye on a brightly colored watch might be an added perk.
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Durability is key for the Apple Watch SE 3
No more metal?
If reports are accurate, having different bright colored housings is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this new watch. What will really make this device appealing is that the housing will be plastic instead of metal, meaning it will be available in more colors.
Apple already offers bumper guards for its watches, but they tend to add bulk and some weight to what can already feel a bit heavy, especially if you have a slimmer wrist. If the Apple Watch SE 3 has a plastic frame, it’ll have a surface that doesn’t show impacts and scratches as easily as aluminum or stainless steel. It’ll also be a little more resilient and likely won’t get dents if you’re not as careful when your kids are running and playing.
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The low-cost Apple Watch SE 3 is a parent’s dream
The price may be perfect for the gift-giving season.
The new Apple Watch’s bright colors may catch the eye of kids and parents, but the real feature that will drive a purchase may be the price: The Apple Watch SE model is already cheaper than the regular watch, and the kids’ version could be even cheaper.
Currently, the cheapest Apple Watch SE 2 is priced at around $249, which could be quite cheap considering its plastic case and a few fewer features than the SE. Of course, even if you can get it down to around $200, it’s still a bit pricey for some, but with so many teens and young adults carrying iPhones, a cheap watch could be the perfect accessory for them.
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Perfect for gift-giving season
All the children will write letters to Santa
Considering the lower price and more durable Apple Watch, it’s no wonder that many parents are very excited about the Apple Watch SE 3. Though it hasn’t been announced yet, it’s very likely that Apple will include the kid-friendly device with the new iPhone 16 and Apple Watch 10 when it launches in September.
If the company sticks to its usual announcement and shipping schedule, the new products will hit the market just in time for the holiday shopping season, when parents wondering what to get their loved ones will suddenly have a real crowd-pleaser on their list.
This is the kind of gift parents will love to give because it actually gets kids up and out and moving around, especially if it’s their first Apple Watch. Kids will have a blast tracking their steps, activity, and more, and checking off their goals. Knowing that your kids aren’t just sitting there staring at a screen makes the Apple Watch SE 3 worth it.
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