The Apple Watch SE is still down to $169 at Amazon — act fast to save $80
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SAVE $80: As of June 12, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is on sale for $169 at Amazon. That's 32% off its list price of $249.
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Apple has had some great discounts on its tech lately, including smartwatches. If you've been on the hunt for an Apple Watch, whether to buy for yourself or as a Father's Day gift, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is still down to $169 at Amazon.
Usually the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) is listed for $249, so you're scoring an $80 discount on this smartwatch right now. A few color options are marked down to this price as well, so you can choose between the midnight aluminum case with a midnight sport band, the midnight aluminum case with an ink sport loop, the silver aluminum case with a denim sport band, the starlight aluminum case with a lake green sport loop, or a starlight aluminum case with a starlight sport band.
SEE ALSO: Apple's watchOS 26 comes with an AI-powered Workout Buddy
If you're not looking for all of the bells and whistles that come with high-end smartwatches, the Apple Watch SE is a great pick. It comes with a variety of features to cover the health and fitness basics, including an activity tracker, heart rate tracker, and sleep tracker, alongside safety features like Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS. It also features 50m water resistance, which is great for athletic individuals with a love of swimming.
All of these features come packaged in a sleek design that looks nice on your wrist, which is always a bonus. If you're already part of the Apple ecosystem, the Apple Watch SE will fit right in too, allowing you to send texts or take calls while you're out and about.
Who knows how much longer this deal will stick around. Don't miss out on the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) for $169 at Amazon.
Looking for more Apple deals? Right now you can also score an incredible discount on a MacBook Air M1.
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