Apple today announced Apple Watch Series 5, an update that brings a new always-on display.
The new display can stay on in a dim mode all day (18 hours) thanks to LTPO display technology, variable refresh rate, and an ambient light sensor. The new Watch also adds a compass sensor, which works with Maps and third-party apps, and has it own app and complication. The new Watch is otherwise similar to last year’s Series 4.
Series 5 is available in a variety of materials, including white ceramic, brushed titanium, and black titanium. The base model starts at $399, and the cellular version starts at $499. Pre-orders start today, with retail availability on September 20th.
watchOS 6 will be released on September 19th.
Apple is also keeping the basic Series 3 Watch in its lineup, and dropping the price to $199.
