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Apple Watch: New Cellular Models for Kids and Freedom

12/18/2025

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The Apple Watch lineup includes models such as the Apple Watch SE, Series 11, and Ultra, with GPS and cellular options.
Cellular models let users make calls, send texts, and stream music without an iPhone.
Monthly plans typically cost $10-$15.
The Apple Watch is a safer option for children, with Schooltime to limit app access.
Users can buy a cellular model without activating the plan initially, allowing future flexibility.

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Story summary

The Apple Watch lineup includes models such as the Apple Watch SE, Series 11, and Ultra, with GPS and cellular options.
Cellular models let users make calls, send texts, and stream music without an iPhone.
Monthly plans typically cost $10-$15.
The Apple Watch is a safer option for children, with Schooltime to limit app access.
Users can buy a cellular model without activating the plan initially, allowing future flexibility.