Apple Watch Series 8 GPS + Cellular

The Apple Watch Series 8 GPS + Cellular, in a 45mm Starlight Aluminium Case with Starlight Sport Band (model MNK73B/A), is marketed at £289.98. This smartwatch emphasizes health and fitness monitoring, offering a breadth of sensors and apps to support wellbeing. Users can perform an ECG, monitor their heart rate, and measure blood oxygen levels, along with tracking temperature changes for insights into menstrual cycles. Notably, it includes safety features like Fall Detection, Emergency SOS, and Crash Detection.

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Key Specifications and Features:

• Advanced health monitoring: ECG app1, blood oxygen sensor2, and temperature sensing3 for menstrual cycle insights4.
• Safety features: Includes Fall Detection, Emergency SOS5, and Crash Detection.
• Fitness and activity tracking: Enhanced Workout app, daily activity tracking, and swimproof design with increased durability.
• Connectivity and Entertainment: Call, text, email, listen to music, podcasts, audiobooks, and use Apple Pay7 directly from the wrist.
• Display and Battery: Large, Always-On display with all-day battery life and fast charging8.
• Exclusive Content: Three free months of Apple Fitness+9, offering various workout types and meditations.
• Compatibility: Requires iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16 or later.

Health app functionalities have some limitations. For instance, the ECG app and irregular rhythm notification are not suitable for use by individuals under 22 years old or those previously diagnosed with AF1. The blood oxygen measurements are designed for fitness and wellness purposes2, and the temperature sensing3 and cycle tracking apps4 are not intended for medical use.

The Apple Watch Series 8 combines real-time health and fitness tracking, comprehensive safety tools, and seamless connectivity to enhance daily life and well-being.