What is Apple Watch LTE and GPS? Should you choose to buy Apple Watch GPS or LTE?

Apple Watch is a stylish and quality smartwatch that is well worth owning. Moreover, constantly upgrading design, configuration and features brings more convenience to users. Let’s find out what Apple Watch GPS and LTE are and which one should you choose to buy!

Learn about Apple Watch LTE and GPS

What is Apple Watch LTE?

Apple Watch LTE is the version that allows you to run apps on your device without using your iPhone thanks to the built-in eSIM. This allows you to make calls, use maps to get directions, listen to music online, and more.

Using the product brings many conveniences, you can use it without having to go through the step of connecting to the iPhone. This version also allows to use sim without a SIM card. At the same time, it supports you to choose an arbitrary carrier and is only available on the series: Apple Watch Series 3, Series 4 and Series 5.

Apple Watch S6 LTE 40mm has a modern design, steel rim with rubber bands

What is Apple Watch GPS?

Apple Watch GPS is the version with integrated GPS chip on the device. You need to connect to iPhone via Bluetooth so that Apple Watch can make calls and update data easily.

GPS version is available on all Apple smartwatch models including: Gen 1, Series 1, Series 2, Series 3, Series 4, Series 5, Series 6, Series 7, Series 8, SE.

However, the configuration of the GPS version has no difference when compared to the LTE version except for the lack of eSIM feature on the device.

Apple Watch S3 GPS 38mm has built-in GPS chip, supports Bluetooth connection with iPhone

Compare Apple Watch LTE and GPS

Watch Design

Apple Watch LTE and GPS have no difference in appearance. In each Series, Apple synchronizes the design for both of these product lines with the frame (made of aluminum, steel or Titanium) and the strap (made of silicone, Trail or Alpine straps) completely the same. The only difference is in the color of the Digital Crown.

There is not too much difference between GPS and LTE in terms of design

The ability to connect iPhone phones

Both GPS and LTE versions have mandatory connection requirements with iPhone 8 and above and operate on the latest iOS operating system, iOS 16.

Both Apple Watch LTE and GPS only support pairing from iPhone 8 generation onwards

Battery life

Overall, the battery life of the Apple Watch LTE version is about the same compared to GPS. Accordingly, both lines can use about 18 hours continuously under the same Bluetooth connection conditions. Except Apple Watch Ultra LTE owns up to 36 hours of use.

The two versions of Apple Watch both have a battery of about 18 hours of continuous use

Music and entertainment function

Apple Watch LTE supports users much more conveniently than the GPS version thanks to its ability to operate independently of features such as: listening to calls, playing music, viewing notifications, messaging, weather, … without needing Connect to iPhone, suitable for carrying when doing sports or moving outdoors.

Apple Watch LTE offers a more flexible user experience than Apple Watch LTE thanks to its ability to work without an iPhone connection

Ability to make calls

Apple Watch LTE version supports eSIM feature to help you make direct calls extremely convenient, while the GPS version must connect to the phone. Thanks to this special feature, you can comfortably use LTE when participating in outdoor activities without having to carry your phone around.

The LTE version supports the eSIM feature so you don’t need to carry your phone all the time

Distinguish Apple Watch LTE and GPS

With Apple Watch LTE and GPS, you can easily distinguish these two versions through the Digital Crown:

• For Apple Watch LTE: The crown will be red like Series 3 and 4 or have a red circular border like Apple Watch Series 5.
• For Apple Watch GPS: The crown is smoother without red lines, and has the same color as the body.

The Digital Crown makes it easy to distinguish these two versions of the board

Price

Apple Watch LTE

Apple Watche LTE has a price ranging from 9,900,000 VND to 22,990,000 VND depending on the product line, for example, the current popular lines have the following prices:

• Apple Watch Series 7 LTE is priced from: 9,900,000 VND – 15,990,000 VND.
• Apple Watch Series 8 LTE is priced from: 11,990,000 – 22,990,000 VND.
• Apple Watch Series Ultra LTE is priced from: 9,990,000 – 18,990,000 VND.

(The price reference below is updated 01/2023, the price may change over time, promotions, place of sale, not kept at a fixed level.)

Apple Watch GPS

The price of Apple Watch GPS will be slightly cheaper than the LTE version, specifically:

• Apple Watch Series 3 GPS is priced from: 5,000,000 – 6,000,000 VND.
• Apple Watch Series 7 GPS is priced from: 9,000,000 – 10,000,000 VND.
• Apple Watch Series 8 GPS is priced from: 10,500,000 – 11,200,000 VND.

Apple Watch LTE vs GPS comparison table

Here is a comparison table of Apple Watch LTE and GPS:

Criteria	Apple Watch LTE	Apple Watch GPS
Connect ability	Can connect with iOS 16 and above operating system.	Can connect with iOS 16 and above operating system.
Function	– Listen to music online. – Receive notifications, messages from social networks. – Monitor the weather without connecting to iPhone.	– Listen to music and receive notifications, texting. – Weather tracker must connect to iPhone.
Call feature	Equipped with eSIM feature to easily make calls.	Connect via phone to make calls.
Battery life	With most Apple Watch models around 18 hours. Apple Watch UTE alone is about 36 hours.	About 18 hours continuously.

Should I buy an Apple Watch LTE or GPS?

When to buy Apple Watch LTE

You should buy Apple Watch GPS when you want to own a fashionable smart technology product, possessing the features of making calls, texting, reading newspapers… But it should be noted that you must always put the watch and iPhone close to each other to get the optimal load. Therefore, it will be suitable for people working in environments that do not move much.

Apple Watch GPS is suitable for people who don’t move much from their phone

When to buy Apple Watch GPS

You should consider buying Apple Watch LTE when you want to experience the features on the product to the fullest, especially the ability to make calls because it has an extremely convenient eSim integration. However, the cost of the device will also be much higher than the GPS version.

Apple Watch LTE with integrated eSIM is extremely convenient

Apple Watch purchase and warranty policy at Tnhelearning.edu.vn

Apple Watch Series is being sold officially at Tnhelearning.edu.vn supermarket systems nationwide, you can buy it directly at the store or order online through:

• Website : www.dienmayxanh.com/dong-ho-thong-minh-apple
• Call Center : 1800.1061 (Free) from 7:30 to 22:00 (both Sun & Holiday)

Above, Tnhelearning.edu.vn has informed you what you need to know about the two lines of LTE and GPS and their application points. If you have any other questions, leave us a comment below!