This A1889 Apple Watch Series 3 Edition (38 mm) is the international version, with LTE/UMTS support for Australia, France, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and the UK. The Edition models feature a premium and durable ceramic housing. This 38 mm variant has a 272x340 OLED display covered by sapphire crystal. It was available in two configurations: a white ceramic case with a Soft White/Pebble Sport Band, or a gray ceramic case with a Gray/Black Sport Band. As a premium Series 3 model, it includes GPS, GLONASS, a barometric altimeter, and cellular capability, enabling internet use without an iPhone. Cellular models feature a distinctive red dot on the Digital Crown. Battery life is rated for up to 18 hours, though this decreases with LTE usage.

Watch Series 3 38 mm
AppleWatch
Overview
Evaluation
The international ceramic Edition gained recognition for demonstrating Apple's commitment to following traditional Swiss watchmaking material trends, with reviewers noting how conservative luxury brands were simultaneously embracing ceramic in their high-end timepieces. Users appreciated how the white ceramic offered exceptional versatility in band combinations, working well with both sporty and formal accessories in ways that aluminum and steel finishes couldn't match. The space gray ceramic variant was particularly praised for its understated stealth appearance that provided the same material benefits without the flashy presence of the white model.
Product Info
Model ID | Watch3,1 |
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Apple Model No | A1889 (EMC 3170) |
Apple Order No | MQM32B/A |
Apple Subfamily | Watch Series 3 38 mm |
Price
Original Price | N/A |
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United States | N/A |
Australia | A$1829 |
France | €1399 |
Germany | €1399 |
Japan | ¥139,800 |
Switzerland | CHF 1449 |
United Kingdom | £1299 |
Body
Form Factor | Apple Watch Series 3 (38 mm) |
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Case Type | Watch |
Housing Color | Ceramic |
Dimensions | 1.54 x 1.34 x 0.46 in / 3.91 x 3.40 x 1.17 mm |
Avg. Weight | 1.41 ounces |
Platform
Processor Type | Apple S3 |
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Onboard RAM | 768 MB |
Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
Display
Built-in Display | 1.5" OLED |
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Display Resolution | 272x340 |
Connectivity
Standard Wireless | 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz, LTE |
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Standard Bluetooth | 4.2 |
Power
Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 1-18 Hours |
Software
Pre-Installed OS | watchOS 4.0 (15R607) |
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Maximum OS | watchOS 8.8.1 |
Accessories
Controller | Digital Crown |
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