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Next week officially marks the 10th anniversary of the originalApple Watchhitting store shelves.

More on claiming that below.

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Apple notes that you’ll need to be running watchOS 5 or later to be eligible for the challenge.

Fortunately, even the original Apple Watch supports that version.

Need a little help completing the task?

Apple Watch activity app

But wait, theres more.

However, securing one may be tricky if theres not an Apple Store near where you live.

But, hopefully not.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

As for me, I intend to participate in Global Close Your Rings Day on April 24.

Apple Watch Series 9

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Apple Watch Series 10

Apple Watch 10 models shown at Apple event

Apple Watch 10 vs. Apple Watch 9

The Apple Watch Series 10 on display at the device�s launch in September 2024

Apple Watch 10 on a user�s wrist next to a deals badge

Apple Watch Series 10 lowest price

iOS 16 Fitness app on an iPhone 12

Garmin Vivoactive 6 in emerald green with the Morning Report shown on the screen

Close-up of the Bark Smartwatch for kids

Fitbit Sense 2 on a person�s wrist

Close-up of a user�s wrist wearing both the Apple Watch 10 on a blue fabric strap (left) next to the Garmin Vivoactive 6 (right) on an emerald green strap

a photo of the Apple Watch 10 and the Oura Ring Generation 3

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