Wallpapers

Check out our free Apple Watch teardown wallpapers! Choose from iFixit or Creative Electron (X-ray) versions.

Background and Identification

All Apple Watch Series 3 models can be readily identified by the distinctive red dot on the Digital Crown. As with previous models, the watch comes in both 38 mm and 42 mm configurations in a variety of colors and materials. Internally, the watch features a newly-touted barometric altimeter and a battery with slightly upgraded capacity. Tools and repair procedures remain very similar to Apple Watch Series 2.

The most often replaced Apple Watch Series 3 parts include the battery and screen.

Specifications

Sizes: 38 mm or 42 mm

Versions:

  • Apple Watch (aluminum case with Sport Band or Sport Loop, or stainless steel case with Sport Band or Milanese Loop)
  • Apple Watch Nike+ (aluminum case with Nike Sport Band or Nike Sport Loop)
  • Apple Watch Hermès (stainless steel case with Hermès leather band)
  • Apple Watch Edition (ceramic case with Sport Band)

Display:

  • Second Generation OLED Retina display with Force Touch
  • 1000 nits of brightness
  • Sapphire crystal (stainless steel and ceramic cases), Ion-X glass (aluminum cases)
  • 272 by 340 pixels (38 mm), 312 by 390 pixels (42 mm)

Processor: Custom S3 System in Package with Dual-core processor

Operating System: WatchOS 4

Sensors: accelerometer, built-in heart rate sensor, gyroscope, barometric altimeter

Wireless Connectivity:

  • LTE in the cellular version
  • GPS
  • 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
  • Bluetooth 4.2

Compatibility: Requires iPhone 6 or later

Haptic Feedback: Taptic Engine and built-in speaker combo for instant tactile feedback

Miscellaneous Features:

  • Water resistant 50 meters
  • Apple Pay and Siri support
  • Qi wireless charging

Additional Information