# Why Only Some Apple Watches Have A Red Ring On The Digital Crown

> Ever notice how some Apple Watch models have a red ring on the Digital Crown, and others don't? Apple used that red ring for seven models straight, then suddenly stopped.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2163932/apple-watch-why-some-have-red-ring-on-digital-crown/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69fe82f5b40735d2803cde9b)
- **Published:** 2026-05-09
- **Category:** Wearables
- **Tags:** #apple-watch #apple #ring #crown #digital #models #watches #abandon
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