Not everyone is rushing to buy the latest entry—some, like me, prefer to wait for the previous model to get a sizeable discount. And if you’re eyeing the Apple Watch Series 10, now might be the best time to grab one and skip the Series 11 altogether.

The capable and well-rounded 42mm GPS model has dropped to a new record-low price of $279 on Amazon, a full $120 off its original $399 tag. That’s still cheaper than the newly adjusted regular price of $349. The deal applies to the Jet Black variant with a sports loop band.

Who Is the Apple Watch Series 10 For?

If you skipped upgrading to the Watch Series 10 (review) last year, this discount makes it a much more compelling buy. It’s a solid upgrade from older generations, and with the Series 11 offering only minor enhancements, you’ll save money without missing much.

Launched last fall, the Series 10 brought the biggest design change to Apple’s standard smartwatch lineup in years. It features a curved glass panel for better viewing angles and slimmer bezels for a sleeker, more modern look. The display size increased to 1.77 inches, while the watch itself became thinner. You also get rugged protection with 50-meter water resistance and IP6X dust resistance.

Apple Watch Series 10
Apple’s Watch Series 10 is 10 percent thinner than before and features a wide-angle OLED display. Image source: nextpit

Beyond the new look, the Series 10 packs meaningful upgrades under the hood. It’s powered by the faster Apple S10 SiP, delivering smoother performance across the board, including fitness tracking. Battery life remains at 18 hours in standard mode, but can be extended with Low Power Mode.

The Series 10 also introduced critical health features like sleep apnea detection and will soon support hypertension alerts for high or low blood pressure. It also includes training load metrics and a depth sensor for improved swimming and snorkeling tracking.

Planning to get fit? Thinking of buying the Apple Watch Series 10 now that it’s more affordable? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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