Home Wearables News It's Apple broadening its ecosystem play into a segment that previously had no wearable entry point, and that could meaningfully accelerate Apple Watch adoption among younger first-time buyers. Nadeem Sarwar / Digital Trends Apple’s Education Store has always been a reliable shortcut to cheaper Macs and iPads for students and teachers. However, for years, Apple Watch wasn’t allowed into the story, making people wait for third-party sales or discounts to get their hands on the smartwatch.  That’s changing, with effect from May 8, 2026. Apple has quietly added the Apple Watch to its Education Store for the first time. The Watch Series 11, SE 3, and the Ultra 3 are now available at discounted education pricing across 21 markets, including the US, UK, India, Canada, and Australia.  Apple How much can students and educators actually save? The Apple Watch Series 11 drops from the regular retail price of $399 to $359, which makes up for a $40 discount.…