Just hours before Apple’s September 9 event, the Apple Watch SE 3 has become unavailable on Apple’s online stores in several key markets. The sudden stock depletion has ignited speculation that Apple might be preparing to launch an unexpected Apple Watch SE 4.
Apple Watch SE 3 Goes Unavailable
Nearly all configurations of the Apple Watch SE 3 have shown as unavailable on Apple’s official online store in the United States and other countries, affecting both delivery options and local Apple Store pickup. The timing is particularly notable as the company gears up for its September 9 event, where new iPhones and Apple Watch models are expected.
Apple has not officially confirmed any changes to the SE 3 lineup. The unavailability could also be due to a temporary inventory or online-store issue.
Could an Apple Watch SE 4 Be Coming?
An Apple Watch SE 4 launch would be an unusual step for Apple, which typically adheres to a longer upgrade cycle for its SE line. The first-generation Apple Watch SE debuted in 2020, followed by the SE 2 in 2022 and the current SE 3 in 2025. A 2026 release would mark the first time Apple has updated the SE range in consecutive years.
No strong rumors had indicated an SE 4 launch for this year’s event. Most speculation has instead centered on the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4, which are expected to succeed the Series 11 and Ultra 3 from 2025.
Availability in India Remains Unchanged
Indian buyers face a different situation: Apple India continues to list the Apple Watch SE 3 starting at Rs. 25,900. Multiple 40mm and 44mm GPS and GPS + Cellular configurations remain available. The SE 3 features an Always-On Retina display, S10 chipset, 5G connectivity on the cellular model, sleep tracking, sleep score, wrist temperature sensing, Fall Detection, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS, and up to 18 hours of battery life (32 hours in Low Power Mode) with fast charging.
Apple’s September 9 event is scheduled to begin at 10:30 pm IST. The event could clarify whether the SE 3 will return to availability or if the company will indeed unveil an unexpected SE 4. For now, the disappearance remains a pre-event development and not a confirmation of a new model.


