Apple Watch Series 8 features advanced health sensors and apps, so you can take an ECG[1], measure heart rate and blood oxygen[2], and track temperature changes[3] for advanced insights into your menstrual cycle.[4] And with Crash Detection, sleep stages tracking and advanced workout metrics, it helps you stay active, healthy, safe and connected.

Key Features

Temperature sensor[3] provides retrospective ovulation estimates and advanced cycle tracking features[4]

Measure your blood oxygen with a powerful sensor and app[2]

Take an ECG at any time, anywhere[1]

Get high- and low-heart-rate and irregular rhythm notifications[1]

Advanced safety features, including Fall Detection, Emergency SOS[5] and Crash Detection

Enhanced Workout app with more advanced metrics and ways to train

A completely redesigned Compass app with Waypoints and Backtrack

Track your daily activity on Apple Watch, and see your trends in the Fitness app on iPhone

The most crack-resistant front crystal yet on an Apple Watch, IP6X dust resistance and swim-proof design6, and increased durability for fitness and activity

Call, text and email with just a few taps

Listen to your favourite music, podcasts and audiobooks (for use with GPS models)

Make purchases instantly and securely from your wrist with Apple Pay[7]

Large, Always-On, edge-to-edge display

All-day battery life[8] and fast charging[9]

Sleep stages tracking lets you see how much time you spend in REM, Core and Deep sleep watchOS 9 features an enhanced Workout app, a new Medications app, sleep stages and greater insights into heart health

Apple Watch comes with three months of Apple Fitness+, featuring 11 different workout types, from HIIT to Yoga, and even meditations[10]

With cellular, stay connected even without your iPhone nearby[11]

Stream or sync your favourite music, podcasts and audiobooks

Set up and manage an Apple Watch for each family member, straight from your iPhone, with Family Setup[12]

Wearable Type – Watches

Fitness device type – Apple Watch Series 8

Apple Watch/accessory type – Apple Watch

Apple Watch strap – Sport

Apple Watch series – Series 8

Apple Watch case size – 41mm

Apple Watch case material – Aluminium

Colour – Silver

Smart Watch – True

Pedometer – True

Distance – True

GPS – True

Gyroscope – True

Heart rate – True

Sleep Tracker – True

Blood oxygen analyser – Blood oxygen sensor

Alarm clock – True

NFC – True

Bluetooth – v5.0

Wi-Fi – Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n)

Network compatibility – 4G

Battery life – Up to 18 hours

Rechargeable – True

Environmental protection – Water resistant

Built-in microphone – True

Wireless Charging Type – Magnetic charging cable

Internal memory – 32GB

Touchscreen – True

Manufacturer’s warranty – 1 Year

Apple Watch Series 8 requires an iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16 or later.
[1]The ECG app and irregular rhythm notification require the latest version of watchOS and iOS, and are not intended for use by people under 22 years old. The ECG app is available on Apple Watch Series 4 or later (not including Apple Watch SE). The irregular rhythm notification is not designed for people who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Always follow instructions for use. The device is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis. Consult a doctor if atrial fibrillation is detected or if you have symptoms of a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular conditions.
[2] Blood Oxygen app measurements are not intended for medical use, including self-diagnosis or consultation with a doctor, and are only designed for general fitness and wellness purposes.
[3]The temperature sensing feature is not a medical device and is not intended for use in medical diagnosis, treatment or any other medical purpose.
[4]The Cycle Tracking app is not intended for use in medical diagnosis, treatment or any other medical purpose, including as a form of birth control or to support conception.
[5]Emergency SOS requires a mobile network connection or Wi-Fi calling with an internet connection from your Apple Watch or nearby iPhone.
[6]Apple Watch Series 8 has a water resistance rating of 50 metres under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. However, Apple Watch Series 8 should not be used for scuba diving or waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. For additional information, see support.apple.com/en-nz/HT205000.
[7]Apple Pay is not available in all markets. For a list of Apple Pay countries and regions, visit support.apple.com/en-nz/HT207957.
[8]Battery life varies by use and configuration; see apple.com/nz/batteries for more information.
[9]Fast charging is only compatible with Apple Watch Series 7, Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. Other models have regular charge times.
[10]A subscription is required for Apple Fitness+.
[11]Carrier plan required for cellular service. Contact your service provider for more details. Connection may vary based on network availability. International roaming is not supported. Check apple.com/nz/watch/cellular for participating carriers and eligibility. See support.apple.com/en-nz/HT207578 for additional setup instructions.
[12]Not all features will be available if the Apple Watch is set up through Family Setup. Carrier plan required for cellular service. Contact your service provider for more details. Check apple.com/nz/watch/cellular for participating carriers and eligibility.