Apple's new Series 4 Apple Watch lineup is missing the higher-end ceramic Apple Watch Edition models that were first introduced in 2016.
In fact, there are no higher-end Apple Watch Edition models at all this year, with Apple offering only GPS and GPS + Cellular Aluminum and Stainless Steel Series 4 Apple Watch options.
"Edition" models were first introduced alongside the original Apple Watch, with Apple offering solid gold Apple Watch options at prices that exceeded $10,000.
These models did not prove to be popular with consumers and Apple did not continue offering solid gold Apple Watch options beyond the original Apple Watch.
With the Apple Watch Series 2, Apple introduced "Edition" models that were made from ceramic priced starting at $1,299, which it continued offering when the Series 3 Apple Watches were announced.
Apple is continuing to sell Apple Watch Series 3 models as a low-cost option alongside new Apple Watch Series 4 models, but only in aluminum. Apple is no longer offering the Apple Watch Series 3 in stainless steel or ceramic, a material that has been discontinued.
The Apple Watch Series 4 is available in aluminum and stainless steel in colors that include Gold, Silver, Space Gray, and Space Black. Aluminum models start at $399, while stainless steel models are priced starting at $699. Stainless steel models start at a higher price point because all stainless steel models are equipped with LTE support.
With the launch of the Apple Watch Series 4 and the price drop on the Series 3 (which now starts at $279), Apple has also discontinued Apple Watch Series 1 models.
Apple Watch Series 4 will be available for pre-order on Friday, September 14, likely at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time. Orders will start shipping out on September 21, the launch date for the device.
In fact, there are no higher-end Apple Watch Edition models at all this year, with Apple offering only GPS and GPS + Cellular Aluminum and Stainless Steel Series 4 Apple Watch options.
"Edition" models were first introduced alongside the original Apple Watch, with Apple offering solid gold Apple Watch options at prices that exceeded $10,000.
These models did not prove to be popular with consumers and Apple did not continue offering solid gold Apple Watch options beyond the original Apple Watch.
With the Apple Watch Series 2, Apple introduced "Edition" models that were made from ceramic priced starting at $1,299, which it continued offering when the Series 3 Apple Watches were announced.
Apple is continuing to sell Apple Watch Series 3 models as a low-cost option alongside new Apple Watch Series 4 models, but only in aluminum. Apple is no longer offering the Apple Watch Series 3 in stainless steel or ceramic, a material that has been discontinued.
The Apple Watch Series 4 is available in aluminum and stainless steel in colors that include Gold, Silver, Space Gray, and Space Black. Aluminum models start at $399, while stainless steel models are priced starting at $699. Stainless steel models start at a higher price point because all stainless steel models are equipped with LTE support.
With the launch of the Apple Watch Series 4 and the price drop on the Series 3 (which now starts at $279), Apple has also discontinued Apple Watch Series 1 models.
Apple Watch Series 4 will be available for pre-order on Friday, September 14, likely at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time. Orders will start shipping out on September 21, the launch date for the device.
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18 weeks ago
Was planning for my next Apple Watch to be an edition model. This is what my series 3 aluminum looks like after less than a year. It was meticulously perfect for the first 3 months until I carelessly brushed against a rock wall while getting out of my car. I almost cried after that first nick and scratch... Then a couple months later I slipped and fell while jogging and hit pavement that caused the bulk of the damage. After that I sorta stopped caring as it already looked liked crap so I would wear it while washing dishes, working on the car etc. Mind you that didn't cause that much more damage. I got Applecare on the watch so I'll eventually take it in for replacement so not that big of a deal.
My brother has an Apple Watch series 3 edition and his is still in near perfect condition, bought the same time as mine. My brother put his watch through far more hell than mine as he is a surfer and skater. He has hit pavement, sand and coral multiple times and the ceramic case is flawless, the sapphire crystal face has the most minor almost imperceptible scratches only to be seen at the right angles.
Another benefit of the edition models was that when you bought Apple care it would cover the Watch for 3 years instead of just 2 not to mention that it came with a 2 year warranty by default and the charging stand as well.
My brother has an Apple Watch series 3 edition and his is still in near perfect condition, bought the same time as mine. My brother put his watch through far more hell than mine as he is a surfer and skater. He has hit pavement, sand and coral multiple times and the ceramic case is flawless, the sapphire crystal face has the most minor almost imperceptible scratches only to be seen at the right angles.
Another benefit of the edition models was that when you bought Apple care it would cover the Watch for 3 years instead of just 2 not to mention that it came with a 2 year warranty by default and the charging stand as well.
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