Built-in GPS. Water resistance to 50 meters.1 A lightning-fast dual‑core processor. And a display that’s two times brighter than before. Full of features that help you stay active, motivated, and connected, Apple Watch Series 2 is the perfect partner for a healthy life.
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Apple Watch Series 2 with built-in GPS lets you leave your iPhone at home when you go for a run or ride — and still measure your workout accurately. You can also do swim workouts in open water, track laps at the pool, or splash with your kids. And with the brightest display Apple has ever made, you’ll see your metrics clearly, no matter how much the sun glares.
With built-in GPS, Apple Watch Series 2 can record precise distance, speed, and pace while you’re walking, running, or cycling outdoors. It picks up a signal right away, so you don’t have to wait to get moving. And when you’re done, you can check your iPhone to see a map of your route and where you ran your fastest.
A custom sensor continuously measures your heart rate while you use the Workout app. See it together with all your other important metrics — and even highlight it so you can check it at a glance.
Learn more about the heart rate sensor’s accuracy and limitationsApple Watch Series 2 is rated water resistant 50 meters,1 so you can leave it on when you’re in the pool, the ocean, or even a hot tub. Since a speaker can’t be sealed because it needs air to produce sound, we reinvented ours — it lets water in, then uses sound vibrations to force it back out.
Choose from 12 indoor and outdoor workouts — including swimming, biking, running, and elliptical — then set your goals and get moving. However you work out, Apple Watch Series 2 accurately measures your movement. Select up to five metrics to view at once, automatically pause a run, and even mark segments.
Like all the activity you do throughout the day, your workouts count toward closing your Stand, Move, and Exercise rings. View a history of your rings on your iPhone to see your performance over time, and be inspired to pursue new goals.
Whether you’re into cycling, hiking, or yoga, you can use the workout apps you already know and love, and still get credit toward closing your Activity rings.
Listen to music wirelessly right from your watch. Our new AirPods make the ideal accessory, automatically pairing with your watch so you can go on a run without your iPhone. And with all-day battery life, they’ll keep going as long as you do.2
Learn more about AirPodsAdvanced Activity Tracker
Apple Watch Series 2 counts more than just steps. It tracks all the ways you move throughout the day, whether you’re walking between meetings, doing cartwheels with your kids, or hitting the gym. Three simple rings give you a snapshot of your progress. Your goal? Close your rings every day.
Your Stand, Move, and Exercise rings show you how active you are every day and can inspire you to move a little more to close them. Track how many steps you’ve taken and how many calories you’ve burned. And aim for 30 minutes of exercise, even if it’s not all at once.
Smart notifications help you close your Stand, Move, and Exercise rings every day. Apple Watch Series 2 gives you regular progress updates and uses your success to motivate you to pursue new goals.
Share and compare your Activity rings with friends and family to stay motivated. Or compete to see who can hit their goals and close their rings first. Receive notifications on your friends’ progress and easily respond right from the notification — whether it’s to send encouragement or a little smack talk.
When you hit milestones or reach your personal best, Apple Watch Series 2 is there to help you celebrate. For each achievement, you’ll receive a distinctive badge you can share with friends.
Apple Watch Series 2 takes into account different pushing techniques and terrains to accurately record Activity metrics for wheelchair users. And there are two wheelchair-specific workouts to choose from.
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Since Apple Watch Series 2 is always with you, it can help you be more aware of your overall health. It lets you easily monitor your heart rate, better manage everyday stress, and add apps relevant to your specific routines. So you get a more complete picture of you.
The custom sensor on the back of Apple Watch Series 2 measures your heart rate throughout the day. And the data is sent to your iPhone, where you can track your heart rate patterns over time in the Health app.
Learn more about the heart rate sensor’s accuracy and limitationsStay centered as a beautiful animation and gentle taps guide you through a series of deep breaths. Time to Breathe reminders help you practice mindfulness every day.
The right apps can play an active, immediate role in reminding you to keep up with your regimens and routines. Apple Watch Series 2 lets you add the ones that fit best in your life.
One Drop Better manage your diabetes and easily create reports you can share with your doctor or caregiver.
Streaks Create to-do lists that help you form healthy routines such as eating well and getting enough exercise.
WaterMinder Set a daily hydration goal and get reminders when it’s time for another glass of water.
Lifesum Build habits to make better food choices, get those workouts in, and reach your health goals.
HeartWatch Get a clear daily picture of your heart rate. Detailed summaries help you identify patterns.
Lark Your personal weight loss coach keeps an eye on your diet, exercise, and sleep and sends you motivation and advice.
Zen Relax to the sounds of nature, enjoy guided meditation sessions, and get messages to lift your mood.
Pocket Yoga Keep up your practice at your own pace as you’re guided through sessions — all you need is a yoga mat.
iCalorie Stay on top of your nutrition and keep track of what you eat to lose weight and stay fit.
In addition to your heart rate, the Health app stores information collected by all your health and fitness apps, so you can see the data in one clear snapshot. You can customize the dashboard overview and take a closer look at individual metrics to see your trends over time.
Learn about our approach to healthAll-Day Assistant
Get a gentle tap when a message or call comes in. Access and launch your favorite apps in an instant. With Apple Watch Series 2, you can get important information and do things quickly and conveniently right from your wrist — so you never have to put your day on pause.
Apple Watch Series 2 helps keep you informed, organized, and connected throughout your day. A dual-core processor and powerful GPU enable fast app performance and smooth animations. With watchOS 3, your favorite apps launch instantly with up-to-date information. And a 2x brighter display gives you increased visibility — even in direct sunlight.
Messages Be alerted with a tap, then raise your wrist to read the message. And respond in lots of fun, expressive ways.
Phone See who’s calling and answer on your watch, or cover it with your hand to dismiss.
Calendar See invitations, know what’s up next, and get alerts when it’s time to leave for events.
App in the Air Your personal flying assistant. Keep up-to-date on your flight status, airport tips, and in-airport maps.
Reminders Apple Watch can help you with your to-do list. Tap Completed when you’re done with a task, or Snooze for a nudge later on.
BBC News Get breaking news, glanceable headlines, and story summaries delivered straight to your wrist.
Mail When an email arrives, you can quickly see the sender and subject. Then tap to read it in full.
Maps Navigate public transportation with Transit view. And even share a meeting location with friends.
One Football Explore the world of football with live scores, highlights, news, player transfers, and stats for all the teams you care about.
Put information from your favorite apps on your watch face, so you can see what you need at a glance. Tap to instantly launch an app. And easily move between faces by swiping from edge to edge, so you always have the one that’s right for the moment.
Press the side button to access the Dock, and quickly navigate through the apps you like to use most. Apps launch instantly and stay updated, so the latest information — like news, weather, and stock quotes — is there when you need it.
Receive messages on your watch and respond instantly by tapping the microphone icon to record what you want to say. Confirm your message was captured correctly, then send it as audio or text.