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Apple Watch SEeSIM Support and Specs

Apple Watch SE supports eSIM. Review Apple mobile compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2020, September 18.

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At a glance

Key device specs

eSIM: Ready for instant activation
Network: GSM / HSPA / LTE
Display: 1.78", 448x368 pixels
Chipset: Apple S5
Battery: 5W
Storage: 32GB storage, no card slot

Does Apple Watch SE support eSIM?

Apple Watch SE is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.

eSIM supported

eSIM facts

Active eSIMs: Supported
Stored eSIMs: Varies by model
SIM variants: eSIM

eSIM

Connectivity profile

GSM / HSPA / LTE
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada
Available. Released 2020, September 18

Install flow

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Device FAQ

Common questions about Apple Watch SE

Does Apple Watch SE support eSIM?

Apple Watch SE is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog. eSIM availability can still vary by region, carrier, firmware, and hardware variant.

Can I use encryptSIM with Apple Watch SE?

Yes. If your Apple Watch SE model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.

Does Apple Watch SE support 5G?

Apple Watch SE is not listed with 5G support in this catalog entry. It may still work with LTE or other supported mobile networks depending on the model and destination.

What SIM setup does Apple Watch SE use?

Apple Watch SE SIM details: eSIM.

Which operating system does Apple Watch SE use?

Apple Watch SE is listed with watchOS 7.0, up to watchOS 10.6.1. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.

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Technical details

Detailed Apple Watch SE specifications

Network Architecture

Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE
2g Bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3g Bands: HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA, LATAM, Canada
Other: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global
4g Bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada
Other 2: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Global
Speed: HSPA, LTE

Launch & Availability

Announced: 2020, September 15
Status: Available. Released 2020, September 18

Physical Attributes

Dimensions: 44 x 38 x 10.4 mm (1.73 x 1.50 x 0.41 in)
Weight: 36.4 g (1.27 oz)
Build: Glass front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, aluminum frame
Sim: eSIM
Other: 50m water resistant

Display Performance

Type: Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits (peak)
Size: 1.78 inches
Resolution: 448 x 368 pixels (~326 ppi density)
Protection: Ion-X strengthened glass

Platform

Os: watchOS 7.0, upgradable to watchOS 10.6.1
Chipset: Apple S5
Cpu: Dual-core
Gpu: PowerVR

Memory

Card Slot: No
Internal: 32GB 1GB RAM

Camera

Other: No

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes
3 5mm Jack: No

Connectivity

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS
Nfc: Yes
Radio: No
Usb: No

Features

Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate (2nd gen), barometer, always-on altimeter, compass

Battery

Type: Li-Ion
Charging: Wireless

Misc

Colors: Silver, Gold, Space Gray
Models: A2353, A2354, A2355, A2356, A2351, A2352
Price: About 290 EUR

Key device specs

Does Apple Watch SE support eSIM?

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Common questions about Apple Watch SE

Does Apple Watch SE support eSIM?

Can I use encryptSIM with Apple Watch SE?

Does Apple Watch SE support 5G?

What SIM setup does Apple Watch SE use?

Which operating system does Apple Watch SE use?

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