Compatibility
Apple Watch SE (1st generation)
Apple Watch SE (1st generation) shipped with watchOS 9 and was released on September 18, 2020. The newest software it can install is watchOS 10.6.2.
Shipped with
watchOS 9
Updates to
watchOS 10.6.2
- Released
- September 18, 2020
- Chip
- S5
- Identifier
- Watch5,9
- Colors
Frequently asked questions
What watchOS version does Apple Watch SE (1st generation) support?
Apple Watch SE (1st generation) can update to watchOS 10.6.2. That is the newest version Apple offers for this model.
What version did Apple Watch SE (1st generation) come with?
Apple Watch SE (1st generation) shipped with watchOS 9.
Which chip is in the Apple Watch SE (1st generation)?
Apple Watch SE (1st generation) uses the S5 chip.
What is the model identifier of Apple Watch SE (1st generation)?
The model identifier is Watch5,9. You can match it against the Model Number shown in Settings → General → About.
Running the beta on this device
If Apple Watch SE (1st generation) is still on Apple's compatibility list, you can install the current beta on it. Check Supported Devices to confirm, then follow our install guides. Devices that no longer receive major updates stay on watchOS 10.6.2.
Thinking of upgrading?
Wondering whether it's a good time to replace your Apple Watch SE (1st generation)? The Buyer's Guide shows how long Apple's current models have been on sale and how long previous ones lasted, so you can tell whether to buy now or wait.