Apple Watch Series 2 Edition Ceramic “38 mm” Specs

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Apple Watch Series 2 – MNPF2LL/A – Watch2,3 – A1816

Apple Watch Series 2 Edition Ceramic "38 mm" Specs

About this iPhone

The Apple Watch Series 2, 38 mm is similar to the launch model but showcased upgraded features such as GPS tracking as well as water resistance up to 50m. This model features a lightweight Ion-X glass screen while the steel cased models feature a sapphire protective layer for better protection. The device features a new and improved Apple S2 processor which is not only dual core but also has higher clock speeds than the original device. This device comes in 16 specific configurations with various options of housing material as well as band type.

780 MHz Apple S2

512 MB

8 GB Flash Storage

18 Hours

Storage & Memory

The Apple Watch Series 2 comes with 512 MB of RAM and 8 GB of memory along with a song capacity of 200 and a photo capacity of 100.

Screen Size and Resolution

This Apple Watch Series 2 has a 38 mm sized display with a resolution of 272×340, it also comes with water resistance protection of an estimated 50 meters.

Processor & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

The Apple Watch Series 2 comes with the newly introduced Apple watchOS 3 for its operating system. It is also powered by a dual-core 780 MHz Apple S2 processor.

Battery

The Apple Watch Series 2 battery is expected to go for up to 18 hours overall but specifically 3 hours of talk time, 6.5 hours of audio and up to 8 hours of working out. There is no improvement from the original device on battery life.

Inclusive Features

The Apple Watch includes the following features:

Force touch retina display
Digital crown control piece
Multiple wristband units
Heart-rate monitor
Emergency heart-rate detection
Wireless Charging
Bluetooth
Water resistant
GPS tracker

Introduction Date: September 7, 2016					Discontinued Date: September 12, 2017
Processors					Memory
Processors		1 (2 cores)			Onboard RAM	512 MB
Processor Speed		780 MHz			Storage
Processor Type		Apple S2			Capacity	8 GB
Connectivity Details					Song Capacity	200
USB Support				N/A	Photo Capacity	100
FireWire Support				N/A	Description
Standard Wireless				802.11b/g/n	Case Type		Watch
Standard Bluetooth				4.0	Form Factor		Apple Watch Series 2 (38 mm)
Cell Network				N/A	Housing Color		Ceramic
Battery Details					Controller		Digital Crown
Battery Type	Lithium Ion				Apple Order Number		MNPF2LL/A
Battery Life	3 – 18 hours				Apple Subfamily		Watch Series 2 38mm
Stand by Time	N/A				Apple Model Number		A1816 (EMC 3109)
Operating System and Display					Model ID		Watch 2.3
Pre-installed OS			WatchOS 3		Camera		None
Maximum OS			Current OS		Dimensions		39.2 mm x 34.0 mm x 11.8 mm
Built-in Display			1.5 LCD		Average Weight		1.40 oz. (39.6 g)
Display Resolution			272×340		Minimum iPhone Support		iPhone 5

Identifier reference: MNPF2LL/A, A1816, EMC 3109. Use these together because one Apple identifier can sometimes cover multiple configurations.

Last reviewed by Techable: December 13, 2024Identifiers checked: order number, A-number, EMC, and model identifier when available.

Model summary

This Apple Watch at a glance

Family: Apple Watch
Order Number: MNPF2LL/A
Model Number: A1816
EMC: 3109
Year: 2018

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Common questions

Is MNPF2LL/A the same as A1816?

Not exactly. MNPF2LL/A usually points to a specific retail configuration, while A1816 identifies the broader Apple hardware family. Always check the EMC and model identifier too.

What Apple Watch is model A1816?

A1816 is the Apple A-number shown for this Apple Watch family. Use the order number, EMC, and model identifier on this page to narrow the exact configuration.

What does EMC 3109 mean?

The EMC number is another Apple hardware identifier. It helps separate closely related models that may share a similar name, year, or A-number.

Can the RAM or SSD be upgraded?

Check the spec table for the exact configuration. Many newer Apple Silicon Macs have memory and storage integrated into the board, so RAM and SSD upgrades are often not practical after purchase.

What macOS versions work with this model?

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Is this Apple Watch still worth buying used?

It can be, depending on price, battery health, memory, storage, and condition. Compare this exact order number and model identifier against similar Techable listings before buying.

How much is this Apple Watch worth?

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What should I search if this page is not the exact configuration?

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