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eSIM facts
- Active eSIMs: Supported
- Stored eSIMs: Varies by model
- SIM variants: eSIM
eSIM
Apple eSIM device guideApple Watch Series 8 AluminumeSIM Support and Specs
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum supports eSIM. Review Apple mobile compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2022, September 16.
At a glance
Key device specs
- eSIM
- Ready for instant activation
- Network
- GSM / HSPA / LTE
- Display
- 1.9", 484x396 pixels
- Chipset
- Apple S8
- Battery
- 308 mAh, 5W
- Storage
- 32GB storage, no card slot
Does Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum support eSIM?
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.
eSIM supported
Connectivity profile
- GSM / HSPA / LTE
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK
- Available. Released 2022, September 16
Install flow
- Confirm device model and regional SIM variant.
- Buy an encryptSIM plan for the destination.
- Scan the QR code and activate mobile data.
Device FAQ
Common questions about Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum
Does Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum support eSIM?
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum 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 Series 8 Aluminum?
Yes. If your Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.
Does Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum support 5G?
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum 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 Series 8 Aluminum use?
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum SIM details: eSIM.
Which operating system does Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum use?
Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum is listed with watchOS 9.0, up to watchOS 26.4. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.
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Detailed Apple Watch Series 8 Aluminum specifications
Network Architecture
- Technology
- GSM / HSPA / LTE
- 2g Bands
- GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
- 3g Bands
- HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International, China, HK
- Other
- HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA, LATAM, Canada
- 4g Bands
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International, China, HK
- Other 2
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 25, 26, 39, 40, 41, 66 - USA, LATAM, Canada
- Speed
- HSPA, LTE
Launch & Availability
- Announced
- 2022, September 07
- Status
- Available. Released 2022, September 16
Physical Attributes
- Dimensions
- 45 x 38 x 10.7 mm (1.77 x 1.50 x 0.42 in)
- Weight
- 32 g (41mm), 38.8 g (45mm) (1.13 oz)
- Build
- Glass front, ceramic/sapphire crystal back, aluminum frame
- Sim
- eSIM
- Other
- IP6X certified 50m water resistant ECG certified (region dependent SW application; HW available on all models)
Display Performance
- Type
- Retina LTPO OLED, 1000 nits (peak)
- Size
- 1.9 inches
- Resolution
- 484 x 396 pixels (~326 ppi density)
- Protection
- Ion-X strengthened glass
Platform
- Os
- watchOS 9.0, upgradable to watchOS 26.4
- Chipset
- Apple S8
- Cpu
- Dual-core
- Gpu
- PowerVR
Memory
- Card Slot
- No
- Internal
- 32GB 1GB RAM
- Other
- eMMC 5.1
Camera
- Other
- No
Sound
- Loudspeaker
- Yes
- 3 5mm Jack
- No
Connectivity
- Wlan
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band
- Bluetooth
- 5.3, A2DP, LE
- Positioning
- GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
- Nfc
- Yes
- Radio
- No
- Usb
- No
Features
- Sensors
- Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max, temperature (body)
- Other
- Temperature sensing (0.01˚ accuracy) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support
Battery
- Type
- Li-Ion 308 mAh
- Charging
- Wireless, 0-80% in 45 min
Misc
- Colors
- Midnight, Starlight, Silver, Red
- Models
- A2773, A2775, A2772, A2774, A2857, A2858, A2770, A2771, watch6,14, watch6,15, watch6,16, watch6,17
- Sar
- 0.31 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)
- Sar Eu
- 0.31 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)
- Price
- About 340 EUR