Apple, future Apple Watch It is evaluating options for its models that deviate from the lines it has used so far. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company round screen Apple Watchis working on a screen-less health tracker and watches in different sizes. On the other hand, the upcoming Series 12 and Ultra 4 will focus on processor, health and fitness features. Apple plans to add the ceramic case to its product family again.
According to the information provided by Gurman, Apple will offer Wi-Fi and cellular connected versions of the Apple Watch Series 12. Apple Watch Ultra 4 It is running final tests on it. This year, the company is focusing on the new processor and improvements in health measurements instead of major chassis changes. Series 11 used the same basic processor family as the previous generation, while Series 12 may bring a more significant leap in performance. Apple is not expected to switch to a round screen in 2026 models.
On the software side watchOS 27brings Siri AI support to Apple Watch and offers more advanced responses that use personal context. Apple is also preparing new fitness data, improved run tracking and perimenopause support for Workout Buddy. Hypertension notifications in Series 11 do not measure classic blood pressure, but report possible high blood pressure symptoms by examining long-term changes in sensor data. Apple also offers sleep score in Series 11.
Available on the battery side Series 11 in normal use to 24 hoursIf in Low Power Mode up to 38 hours provides uptime. Although the company plans to develop health and fitness features for the Series 12 and Ultra 4, it has not yet announced the details. In addition, Gurman said that Apple has a ceramic case. in 2026 He states that he plans to present it again. Apple sold the ceramic Apple Watch Edition Series 5 in the US for a starting price of $1,299.
Apple is evaluating different Apple Watch options
Longer-term plans include watches with round screens, larger cases and fitness devices without screens. Apple is also examining cheaper and more expensive Apple Watch options. Gurman states that the company has not yet made a final decision on any of these models. Introduced by Garmin in July 2026 CIRQA Smart Bandoffers screen-free health tracking and provides up to 10 days of use on a single charge.
Apple continues to work on blood sugar tracking, but current information does not connect this feature to Series 12. According to Gurman, the company aims to productize its non-invasive blood glucose sensing technology later this decade. Today, Apple Watch does not measure blood sugar with its own sensors. Counterpoint Research estimates that Apple’s smartwatch shipments will increase on an annual basis in the first quarter of 2026. increased by 21 percent reports.
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