Apple Watch Series 8

45 mm, Aluminium, One size
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Product details

Apple Watch Series 8 GPS 45mm Starlight Aluminum Case with Starlight Sports Band - Regular

Key specifications

Watch type
Smart watch
Main functions
Alarm
Alarm clock
Cycle protocol
Datebooks
ECG
Emergency call function
Fall detection
Heart rate monitoring
Make and answer calls
Music functionalities
Pedometers
Stopwatch
Stress levels
Timer
Touch screen
Weather
Operating system
WatchOS
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Cycling
Daily goal
Fitness functions
Indoor cycling
Indoor running
Rowing
Running
Swimming
Trail running
Yoga
Operating system compatibility
iOS
Case colour
Starlight
Wristband colour
Starlight
Item number
21996957

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
MNP23FD/A
Release date
16.9.2022

Colour

Exact colour description
Polar Star

Target group

Target group
Adults

Watch properties

Watch type
Smart watch
Durability
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Protection type (IP code)
IPX6
Operating system
WatchOS
Operating system compatibility
iOS
Integrated components
Microphone
Speakers

Functions

Main functions
Alarm
Alarm clock
Cycle protocol
Datebooks
ECG
Emergency call function
Fall detection
Heart rate monitoring
Make and answer calls
Music functionalities
Pedometers
Stopwatch
Stress levels
Timer
Touch screen
Weather
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Cycling
Daily goal
Fitness functions
Indoor cycling
Indoor running
Rowing
Running
Swimming
Trail running
Yoga
Payment service
Apple Pay
Sensors
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Electronic heart sensor
Gyro sensor
Heart rate sensor
Optical heart sensor
Type of satellite navigation system
Compass
Galileo
GLONASS
GPS
QZSS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Screen technology
Always-On Retina LTPO OLED
Display size (inches)
1.77"
Image resolution
396 x 484 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
Starlight
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap width
45 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Bracelet changing system
Model-specific
Strap fastener
Push button

Case properties

Case colour
Starlight
Case material
Aluminium
Glass
Hardened Ion-X glass
Shape of watch
Square
Case diameter
45 mm
Case thickness
10.70 mm

Processor

Smartwatch processor name
Apple S8
Number of processor cores
2 -Core

Connectivity

Connectivity
Bluetooth
WLAN
Bluetooth version
5.0

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
32 GB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life (without GPS)
0.75 days
Number of batteries
1
Battery life
0.75 days

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Apple Siri
Smarthome communication standard
Apple HomeKit

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Magnetic charging cable
Smart watch

Product dimensions

Weight
38.80 g

Package dimensions

Length
30 cm
Width
8 cm
Height
4 cm
Weight
400 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
Return policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.CMF
  • 2.Apple
  • 2.ICE Watch
  • 4.Coros
  • 4.Samsung

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 21.Huawei
  • 21.Polar
  • 23.Garmin
  • 24.Google
  • 25.Apple

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 13.Samsung
  • 14.Garmin
  • 15.Apple
  • 16.Xplora
  • 17.Huawei
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good90/100
Very good88/100
Stiftung WarentestSingle testReleaseJune 2023

Many smartwatches and fitness wristbands tested are truly multi-talented: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate the length of distances covered as well as calorie consumption and analyse sleep patterns. Some can also be used to play music, make phone calls or send and receive messages from messenger services such as Whatsapp...

Very good80/100
ImTest Logo
ImTestSingle testReleaseDecember 2022
  • PositiveThe new accident detection has the potential to save lives
  • NegativeBattery life remains weak
  • NegativeSignificantly more expensive than the predecessor

The Apple Watch 8 with watchOS 9 is and remains the benchmark for iPhone users. But: Almost all new functions, except for temperature measurement and accident detection, are also available for the predecessors via update. Only owners of older models will notice any real progress.

This test report belongs to a different type: Watch Series 8 (45 mm, Aluminium, One size)