I'm using an Apple Watch SE 2, but I'm disappointed it won't be getting watchOS 27 these are the models I'm considering upgrading to this Amazon Prime Day

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Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:54:04 +0000

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Amazon already has early Prime Day deals on Apple Watches, and these are the ones to go for it if you want a kick out of watchOS 27.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter I'm still using my Apple Watch SE 2, and while it's an easy-to-use device that gets me through my day I was bitterly disappointed to learn that Apple is shutting it out of the upcoming watchOS 27 rollout, along with a slew of other devices .

Luckily, Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner and there are already early deals on the best Apple Watches . If you're in the same boat as me and want to get a kick out of watchOS 27 but your device is being shunned, stay put.

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The best part about these early deals is that each of Apple's new wearable models have a discount in some shape or form. For me, the Apple Watch Series 11 tops the list not just because it's now $279 down from $399 ( 317 in the
UK ), but because it sits perfectly between the basic Apple Watch SE 3 and
the advanced Apple Watch Ultra 3 , both of which are also discounted ahead of Prime Day.

Why does having watchOS 27 matter? I can see most people getting by quite
fine with watchOS 26, but for me it's a huge revamp for the smartwatch experience. For starters, the new Siri AI comes to your wrist, and although
EU restrictions will delay its arrival , there are other upgrades to look forward to like its redesigned app grid and its added Workout Buddy insights.

In addition, watchOS 26-only watches will only get security updates from hereon out, becoming increasingly out of date as future upgrades arrive each year. Best US Apple Watch deals Save $120 Apple Watch Series 11 [GPS 42mm]: was $399 now $279 at Amazon For one of Apple's latest smartwatches, $120 off is more than generous, especially if you're looking to upgrade for watchOS 27 support. The thing with this particular Apple Watch range is that they love
to fluctuate in price on Amazon every month or so. This is the first time
this month the Apple Watch Series 11 has dropped in price, but its unlikely it'll get a better reduction come Prime Day itself. Read more Read less View Deal Save $50 Apple Watch SE 3 [GPS 40mm]: was $249 now $199 at Amazon As far as Apple's basic smartwatch range goes, not only is the SE 3 a speedy upgrade from its predecessor (it has the same chip as the Ultra 3) but it has the firmware to support watchOS 27. For less than $200, you can benefit from core fitness tracking features as well as the neat new tools that are on the way, which includes Siri AI, all while not having to spend a shedload on an advanced model if you know you won't need all the nitty gritty bells and whistles. We named this as the best Apple Watch for most people, a safe and inexpensive option. Read more Read less View Deal Save $150 Apple Watch
Ultra 3 [GPS + Cellular 49mm]: was $899 now $749 at Amazon Are you a Garmin user who wants to try something different? The Apple Watch Ultra range is a solid Garmin rival if a) you like using your smartwatch without having to
keep your iPhone nearby, and b) you know you'll want to get a kick out of its plethora of extreme sports features. As predicted, this model has seen
another price drop just before Prime Day, hitting a record-low discount. Read more Read less View Deal Best UK Apple Watch deals Save 52 Apple Watch
Series 11 [GPS 46mm] : was 369 now 317 at Amazon Just like its US equivalent, shoppers in the UK can pick up the Apple Watch Series 11 for the same price, and its price history is similar. This device likes to yo-yo in price so it's difficult to tell when the next price drop will occur, so it may be worth scoring it now while you can, especially if you don't like to take risks when it comes to Prime Day. Read more Read less View Deal Save 59.95 Apple Watch SE 3 [GPS 42mm] : was 249 now 189.05 at Amazon This is the lowest price we've seen the SE 3 hit in the UK, but this is another listing that has a history
of jumping between high and low price points. As mentioned earlier, we recommend the SE 3 for users who want a just-above entry level device, and
the upside is that it will support watchOS 27 when it drops later this year Read more Read less View Deal Save 80 Apple Watch Ultra 3 [GPS & Cellular 49mm]: was 749 now 669 at Amazon Luckily for UK shoppers, this is the lowest price for one of Apple's latest and most advanced wearables. With that in mind, waiting around for another Prime Day price drop may not be the best
idea if it's already record-low ahead of the big event. Read more Read less View Deal Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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