Apple Watch SE 3 GPS & Cell 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with S/M Midnight Sport Band - MEP94LW/A
Apple MEP94LW/A Watch SE 3 GPS & Cell 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with S/M Midnight Sport Band
Keep in touch with the people who matter most with the Apple Watch SE 3. Whether you prefer a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection, notifications from your mobile device appear on the watch face to keep you informed. Can’t locate your phone? Conveniently send messages and make phone calls or locate your device with the ping feature. Once hit, an audible chirp goes off on your phone to alert you of its presence. The Apple Watch SE 3 was designed for all-day use with up to 18 hours of battery life. If you decide to use Low Power Mode, then you’ll have up to 32 hours of battery, perfect for multi-day wearing. If you need additional hours fast, just 15 minutes of charging gives eight extra hours of use for more accurate data collection.
Tracking Exercise Metrics and Health Data
Reach your fitness and health goals with the Apple Watch SE 3. Powered by AI, Workout Buddy is the perfect companion to join you during your workout. From motivational pep-talks to suggesting various exercises, this feature makes tracking your progress simple. Monitor your sleep data with the Vital apps. This app provides you with several key data points, with a sleep score that's given right as you wake up. Within this score, learn more about the quality of your sleep and gain tips to make it more restorative. As you sleep, your wrist temperature is tracked along with your heart rate and breath rate, which are used within your daily insights.
Stay Safe No Matter Where You Go
The Apple Watch SE 3 is built to help keep you safe during emergencies. If urgent help is needed, the side button of the smartwatch alerts emergency services to your location. These services will also be notified if a severe crash or fall has been detected. Regardless of the situation, make sure to keep your Medical ID updated so first responders have access to important medical data to ensure you get the proper care you need. If you would like to learn more about the Apple Watch SE 3, reach out to our experts at 800-860-3577 or read through our in-depth guide to smartwatches.
Key Features
Fitness
- Hit the ground running
- More moving. More motivating.
Connectivity
- Faster connection? No question.
- Make phone calls, minus the phone.
- Call, text, stream all on-the-go.
- Independence for them. Peace of mind for you.
Safety
- A real lifeline.
- SOS. ASAP.
- Keep help close at hand.
Features
- Health Essentials
Temperature sensing4 enables richer insights in the Vitals app1 and retrospective ovulation estimates. You’ll also get a daily sleep score, sleep apnea notifications,5 and be alerted if you have a high or low heart rate or an irregular rhythm.6 - Great Battery Life
Enjoy all-day, 18-hour battery life.3 Then charge up to twice as fast as SE 27 and get up to 8 hours of battery in just 15 minutes.2 - Always-On Display
Now you can read the time and see the watch face without raising your wrist to wake the display. - A Great Fitness Partner
SE 3 gives you a healthy number of ways to track your workouts. With real-time metrics and Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence from your nearby iPhone,8 you’ll hit your goals like never before. - Stay Connected
Send a text, take a call, listen to music and podcasts, use Siri, and get notifications. SE 3 (GPS & Cell) works with your iPhone or Wi-Fi to keep you connected. - Safety Features
SE 3 can detect a hard fall or severe car crash, automatically help connect you with emergency services, and notify your emergency contacts.9 Check In can automatically notify a loved one when you’ve arrived at your destination. - Apple Watch For Your Kids
Set up Apple Watch For Your Kids, even if they don’t have their own iPhone.10 So they can call, text, and share their location. - Your Watch, Your Way
Express yourself with dozens of easily customizable faces and a wide range of bands in different colors, styles, and materials.
Footnotes
- Apple Watch SE 3 requires iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26 or later.
- 1The Vitals app is for wellness purposes only and not for medical use.
- 2Fast charging is compatible with Apple Watch Series 7 and later, any Apple Watch Ultra model, and Apple Watch SE 3.
- 3Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/watch/battery for more information.
- 4The temperature sensing feature is not intended for medical use. Temperature sensing is available only on Apple Watch Series 8 and later and all Apple Watch Ultra models.
- 5Sleep apnea notifications are available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later, Ultra 2 and later, and SE 3. The feature is intended to detect signs of moderate to severe sleep apnea for people 18 years old or older without a diagnosis of sleep apnea.
- 6Irregular rhythm notification requires the latest versions of watchOS and iOS. It is not intended for use by people under 22 years old or those who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib).
- 7Testing conducted by Apple in July and August 2025 using preproduction Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS & Cell + Cellular) and Apple Watch SE 2 (GPS & Cell + Cellular), each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software, Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (Model A2515), and Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Charge time varies with adapter, region, settings, initial battery levels, usage, and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
- 8Requires an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone nearby and Bluetooth headphones with device and Siri language set to English. Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For feature and language availability and system requirements, see support.apple.com/en-us/121115.
- 9Emergency SOS requires a cellular connection or Wi-Fi calling with an internet connection from your Apple Watch or nearby iPhone. You can use cellular models of Apple Watch to make an emergency call in many locations, provided that cellular service is available. Some cellular networks may not accept an emergency call from your Apple Watch if your Apple Watch isn’t activated, if it isn’t compatible with or configured to operate on a particular cellular network, if isn’t set up for cellular service, or if the cellular network does not support emergency calling over IMS. See support.apple.com/108374 and apple.com/watch/cellular for more information.
- 10Not all features will be available if the Apple Watch is set up through Apple Watch For Your Kids. Check support.apple.com/en-us/109036 for details. Wireless service plan required for cellular service. Check apple.com/watch/cellular for participating wireless carriers and eligibility.
- 11Wireless service plan required for cellular service. Contact your service provider for more details. Connection may vary based on network availability. Check apple.com/watch/cellular for participating wireless carriers and eligibility. See support.apple.com/HT207578 for additional setup instructions.
- 12Data plan required. 5G is available in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and carrier. For details on 5G support, contact your carrier and see apple.com/watch/cellular.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The battery provides up to 18 hours of use on a single charge. In Low Power Mode, battery life extends up to 32 hours. Fast charging allows for up to 8 hours of use with just 15 minutes of charging.
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It offers features like heart rate monitoring, temperature sensing, sleep tracking with sleep scores, calorie counting, activity tracking, pedometer, and workout coaching powered by AI. It supports multisport tracking including cycling and triathlons.
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Yes, it is swimproof with water resistance up to 50 meters, making it suitable for marine activities and swimming.
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It can detect severe falls and hard car crashes, automatically connect with emergency services, notify emergency contacts, and enable location sharing for safety. A Medical ID can be set up for quick access in emergencies.
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It supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz), built-in cellular for calls and messages, GPS navigation, and is compatible with iPhones running iOS 26 or later from iPhone 11 or iPhone SE 2nd generation onward.