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Published Sep 12, 2026. Prices, plans and specs last checked Nov 5, 2026.
The short version
Series 12 from $399 (₹56,900 in India) with the S11 chip and a new readiness score; Ultra 4 at $799 (₹1,09,900). On sale September 18, 2026.
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We have not used this product. Everything below comes from the official announcement and the sources listed at the end.
| Series 12 | Ultra 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $399 | $799 |
| India price | ₹56,900 | ₹1,09,900 |
| Announced | Sept 9, 2026 | Sept 9, 2026 |
| Available | Sept 18, 2026 | Sept 18, 2026 |
Series 12 highlights
- S11 chip.
- A new Health Sensing System and a daily readiness score.
- Ceramic Shield 2 and a new ceramic case option.
- Audio Intelligence features coming later in the year, per reports.
What we couldn't confirm
We did not find a full Ultra 4 spec list on Apple's site at the time of writing, so this post doesn't list Ultra 4 battery or display numbers. Check Apple's compare page.
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FAQ
How much is Apple Watch Series 12?
From $399.
When was it released?
September 18, 2026.
India price?
₹56,900 for Series 12 and ₹1,09,900 for Ultra 4, per reports.
How we researched this
This is a research-based review, not a hands-on test. We did not have these phones in hand. We compared the official specification pages from Apple, Google and Samsung with launch coverage and published reviews from established outlets, and we list every source below. Where sources disagree we say so. Battery and camera claims are the makers' own figures unless we name an independent reviewer. Prices are US launch prices from the official pages and can differ at carriers and retailers.
Sources
Published Sep 12, 2026. Sources last checked Nov 5, 2026.