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Rumored features of Apple Watch Series 12 include new chip and health upgrades
Key points
- Series 12 may feature T8320 CPU upgrade.
- Enhanced battery life through larger battery and efficiency improvements.
- New high blood pressure notification feature submitted for FDA review.
- Introduction of a simplified Modular Ultra watch face.
- Ultra 4 will also receive a new, more powerful S-class chip.
- The new chip will enhance performance for Siri AI features in watchOS 27.
- Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are launching next month.
- The new chip will likely be named S11 or S12.
- The last Apple Watch chip with performance gains was the S9 in 2023.
- watchOS 27 launches next month.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 launches on September 9.
- Ultra 4 will have significantly upgraded internal health sensors.
- The number of sensor components in Ultra 4 will double.
- Ultra 4 will have upgrades to fitness tracking.
- The updated Health app is codenamed Project Mulberry.
- The updated Health app includes AI health coaching.
- The updated Health app includes camera-based workout monitoring.
- The updated Health app was rumored for iOS 26.4.
- The updated Health app was delayed from iOS 27.
- Low Power Mode debuted in watchOS 9.
- Sleep Apnea detection debuted in watchOS 11.
- Hypertension notifications debuted in watchOS 26.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will feature always-on heart-rate tracking.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will include a redesigned Fitness app.
- Apple is testing two finishes for the ceramic version of the watch.
- Series 12 launches next week.
- Series 12 will have a ceramic case option.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 will be unveiled tomorrow.
- The new S11 chip will improve performance for AI features.
- watchOS 27 code reveals a new Readiness app.
- watchOS 27 code reveals richer strength training options.
- watchOS 27 code reveals a new optical-sensing system for Apple Watch.
- watchOS 27 code reveals 128GB of storage.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 features a design nearly identical to Ultra 3.
- Ultra 4 has improved electrodes for better ECG measurements.
- Ultra 4 has more power-efficient green LEDs for accurate heart rate.
- Ultra 4 takes heart rate readings every 5 seconds.
- Ultra 4 measures HRV every 5 minutes.
- The new health sensing system is called the most accurate heart rate sensor in a wearable.
- The new Readiness feature is based on activity, vitals, and sleep data.
- Audio Intelligence includes sound recognition like doorbells.
- Audio Intelligence includes a 'live rewind' feature to transcribe past 15 seconds.
- Live rewind is invoked by double-clicking the Digital Crown.
- The S10 chip was introduced with Apple Watch Series 10 in 2024.
- The updated Health app on iPhone includes a new Longevity tab.
- The Longevity tab includes a Health Age feature.
- Ultra 4 tracks outdoor workouts for up to 45 hours.
- Ultra 4 has the most accurate on-device GPS in a sports watch.
- Ultra 4 battery life is up to 84 hours in low power mode.
- Ultra 4 battery life is up to 50 hours for normal everyday use.
- Ultra 4 tracks workouts for up to 25 hours in Extended Workout mode.
- The Health Sensing System includes redesigned photodiodes in a ring.
- The Health Sensing System has a larger electrode surface area.
- The new watches can take HRV measurements up to 24 times more frequently.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will have a new heart rate watch face complication.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 preorders start today.
- Series 12 launches September 18th.
- Series 12 starts at $399 for the aluminum case option.
- Series 12 aluminum case colors are space gray, black, light gold, and dark bronze.
- Series 12 titanium version costs $699.
- Series 12 titanium colors are natural or radiant gold.
- Series 12 ceramic version costs $899.
- Series 12 ceramic colors are night blue or pearl white.
- Series 12 offers up to 24 hours of everyday battery life.
- Series 12 offers up to 10 hours of battery during outdoor workouts.
- Series 12 supports faster charging with up to 12 hours recharged in 15 minutes.
- Ultra 4 costs $799.
- watchOS 27 includes new Cycle Tracking features for perimenopause.
- watchOS 27 includes single-handed tap gestures for the Smart Stack.
- Siri offers new voice experience with expressive and natural-sounding voices.
- Siri allows customizing expressivity and pace using on-device models on paired iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models.
- A dedicated Siri app provides an easy way to revisit or start conversations.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 include 4GB of RAM.
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 have 2GB of RAM.
- There is no update to the Apple Watch SE model for 2026.
- The Health Sensing System includes updated electrical and optical heart sensors and signal processing algorithms.
- The Health Sensing System enables Recovery HRV.
- Apple's study on the Health Sensing System involved 1,460 adults across five sites in the US and Malaysia.
- Apple's study on the Health Sensing System took place during July and August 2026.
- The S11 chip is Apple's most powerful wearable chip.
- The electrical heart sensor is second-generation.
- Series 12 has Ceramic Shield 2 for improved durability.
- Series 12 42mm model is 37mm tall.
- Series 12 46mm model is 40mm tall.
- Series 12 has slightly bigger bezels.
- The updated heart rate complication displays a live reading on smaller watch face slots.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 has black or natural titanium hues.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 has an ongoing collaboration with Hermés.
- Hermés collaboration brings a titanium band and ocean-themed watch faces to Ultra 4.
- The Quantified Scientist's Rob ter Horst compared Series 12 heart rate sensor to a Polar H10 ECG chest strap.
- Series 12 heart rate sensor performed well during indoor cycling, running, and weightlifting.
- Series 12 heart rate readings were nearly identical to Polar H10 data during indoor cycling.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 do not support handwashing detection.
- Handwashing detection debuted in watchOS 7 in 2020.
- Handwashing detection is still present in watchOS 27 and Apple Health.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 include live step tracking as a built-in watch face complication.
- Live step tracking was previously only available through third-party apps or within Apple's Health and Fitness apps.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 have a new Theater Mode setting.
- Theater Mode prevents the watch display from lighting up.
- Theater Mode drops heart rate sensing to every five minutes.
- Sleep Mode drops heart rate sensing to every five minutes.
- Series 12 has a new Daily Steps complication.
- Series 12 has a new Readiness complication.
- Apple released watchOS 27.0.1.
- watchOS 27.0.1 fixes an issue causing unexpected restarts on some Apple Watch units.
- Ultra 4 has a new "Readiness" bezel option for watch faces.
- The Readiness bezel option displays a numerical score and description at the bottom of the watch face.
- The Readiness bezel option shows four bars wrapping the watch face edge for readiness score categories.
- Series 12 has a new Siri Recap feature.
- Series 12 has improved heart rate monitor.
- Series 12 battery lasts through a day and overnight.
- Ultra 4 charging speed is upgraded to 10W.
- Ultra 4 weighs about 1g more than previous versions.
- Ultra 4 measures HRV during the day, not only at night.
- Siri Recap and Live Rewind will be added via watchOS 27.3.
- Siri Recap summarizes daily conversations.
- Siri Recap summaries auto-delete after 7 days if not saved.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 is currently $699.99 at Amazon.
- The Ultra 4 sale matches its all-time low price.
- Samsung released the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 has a 1.52-inch display.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 display reaches up to 5,000 nits of brightness.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is lighter and slimmer than its predecessor.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 costs $700.
New Chip for Improved Performance
Apple Watch Series 12 is anticipated to receive a significant chip upgrade with the introduction of the T8320 CPU. Previous models, Series 9, 10, and 11, utilized the same chip, indicating that this next version may offer enhanced CPU and GPU performance, which is crucial for future AI features like Siri AI integration with watchOS 27.
Focus on Battery Life
Apple is reportedly prioritizing battery life with the Series 12, planning to increase the physical battery size and enhance overall efficiency. As features like sleep tracking become more prevalent, improved battery life is essential for maintaining user engagement.
New Health Features in Development
A new health feature concerning high blood pressure notifications has been submitted to the FDA, expanding upon the hypertension monitoring capabilities already present in prior models. While the existing feature detects patterns using heart rate data rather than providing specific readings, it remains to be seen how the upcoming Series 12 will differentiate itself in health monitoring.
Introduction of a New Watch Face Design
Apple is developing a simplified version of the Modular Ultra watch face for the Series 12, which will feature a prominent clock design without some of the more complex display options. This change aims to improve usability and aesthetics for users.
Updates
- Samsung released the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 has a 1.52-inch display.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 display reaches up to 5,000 nits of brightness.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is lighter and slimmer than its predecessor.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 costs $700.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 is currently $699.99 at Amazon.
- The Ultra 4 sale matches its all-time low price.
- Siri Recap and Live Rewind will be added via watchOS 27.3.
- Siri Recap summarizes daily conversations.
- Siri Recap summaries auto-delete after 7 days if not saved.
- Ultra 4 charging speed is upgraded to 10W.
- Ultra 4 weighs about 1g more than previous versions.
- Ultra 4 measures HRV during the day, not only at night.
- Series 12 has a new Siri Recap feature.
- Series 12 has improved heart rate monitor.
- Series 12 battery lasts through a day and overnight.
- Ultra 4 has a new "Readiness" bezel option for watch faces.
- The Readiness bezel option displays a numerical score and description at the bottom of the watch face.
- The Readiness bezel option shows four bars wrapping the watch face edge for readiness score categories.
- Apple released watchOS 27.0.1.
- watchOS 27.0.1 fixes an issue causing unexpected restarts on some Apple Watch units.
- Series 12 has a new Daily Steps complication.
- Series 12 has a new Readiness complication.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 have a new Theater Mode setting.
- Theater Mode prevents the watch display from lighting up.
- Theater Mode drops heart rate sensing to every five minutes.
- Sleep Mode drops heart rate sensing to every five minutes.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 include live step tracking as a built-in watch face complication.
- Live step tracking was previously only available through third-party apps or within Apple's Health and Fitness apps.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 do not support handwashing detection.
- Handwashing detection debuted in watchOS 7 in 2020.
- Handwashing detection is still present in watchOS 27 and Apple Health.
- The Quantified Scientist's Rob ter Horst compared Series 12 heart rate sensor to a Polar H10 ECG chest strap.
- Series 12 heart rate sensor performed well during indoor cycling, running, and weightlifting.
- Series 12 heart rate readings were nearly identical to Polar H10 data during indoor cycling.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 has black or natural titanium hues.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 has an ongoing collaboration with Hermés.
- Hermés collaboration brings a titanium band and ocean-themed watch faces to Ultra 4.
- Series 12 has Ceramic Shield 2 for improved durability.
- Series 12 42mm model is 37mm tall.
- Series 12 46mm model is 40mm tall.
- Series 12 has slightly bigger bezels.
- The updated heart rate complication displays a live reading on smaller watch face slots.
- The Health Sensing System includes updated electrical and optical heart sensors and signal processing algorithms.
- The Health Sensing System enables Recovery HRV.
- Apple's study on the Health Sensing System involved 1,460 adults across five sites in the US and Malaysia.
- Apple's study on the Health Sensing System took place during July and August 2026.
- The S11 chip is Apple's most powerful wearable chip.
- The electrical heart sensor is second-generation.
- watchOS 27 includes new Cycle Tracking features for perimenopause.
- watchOS 27 includes single-handed tap gestures for the Smart Stack.
- Siri offers new voice experience with expressive and natural-sounding voices.
- Siri allows customizing expressivity and pace using on-device models on paired iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models.
- A dedicated Siri app provides an easy way to revisit or start conversations.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 include 4GB of RAM.
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 have 2GB of RAM.
- There is no update to the Apple Watch SE model for 2026.
- Ultra 4 tracks outdoor workouts for up to 45 hours.
- Ultra 4 has the most accurate on-device GPS in a sports watch.
- Ultra 4 battery life is up to 84 hours in low power mode.
- Ultra 4 battery life is up to 50 hours for normal everyday use.
- Ultra 4 tracks workouts for up to 25 hours in Extended Workout mode.
- The Health Sensing System includes redesigned photodiodes in a ring.
- The Health Sensing System has a larger electrode surface area.
- The new watches can take HRV measurements up to 24 times more frequently.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will have a new heart rate watch face complication.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 preorders start today.
- Series 12 launches September 18th.
- Series 12 starts at $399 for the aluminum case option.
- Series 12 aluminum case colors are space gray, black, light gold, and dark bronze.
- Series 12 titanium version costs $699.
- Series 12 titanium colors are natural or radiant gold.
- Series 12 ceramic version costs $899.
- Series 12 ceramic colors are night blue or pearl white.
- Series 12 offers up to 24 hours of everyday battery life.
- Series 12 offers up to 10 hours of battery during outdoor workouts.
- Series 12 supports faster charging with up to 12 hours recharged in 15 minutes.
- Ultra 4 costs $799.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 features a design nearly identical to Ultra 3.
- Ultra 4 has improved electrodes for better ECG measurements.
- Ultra 4 has more power-efficient green LEDs for accurate heart rate.
- Ultra 4 takes heart rate readings every 5 seconds.
- Ultra 4 measures HRV every 5 minutes.
- The new health sensing system is called the most accurate heart rate sensor in a wearable.
- The new Readiness feature is based on activity, vitals, and sleep data.
- Audio Intelligence includes sound recognition like doorbells.
- Audio Intelligence includes a 'live rewind' feature to transcribe past 15 seconds.
- Live rewind is invoked by double-clicking the Digital Crown.
- The S10 chip was introduced with Apple Watch Series 10 in 2024.
- The updated Health app on iPhone includes a new Longevity tab.
- The Longevity tab includes a Health Age feature.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 will be unveiled tomorrow.
- The new S11 chip will improve performance for AI features.
- watchOS 27 code reveals a new Readiness app.
- watchOS 27 code reveals richer strength training options.
- watchOS 27 code reveals a new optical-sensing system for Apple Watch.
- watchOS 27 code reveals 128GB of storage.
- Series 12 launches next week.
- Series 12 will have a ceramic case option.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will feature always-on heart-rate tracking.
- Series 12 and Ultra 4 will include a redesigned Fitness app.
- Apple is testing two finishes for the ceramic version of the watch.
- The updated Health app is codenamed Project Mulberry.
- The updated Health app includes AI health coaching.
- The updated Health app includes camera-based workout monitoring.
- The updated Health app was rumored for iOS 26.4.
- The updated Health app was delayed from iOS 27.
- Low Power Mode debuted in watchOS 9.
- Sleep Apnea detection debuted in watchOS 11.
- Hypertension notifications debuted in watchOS 26.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4 launches on September 9.
- Ultra 4 will have significantly upgraded internal health sensors.
- The number of sensor components in Ultra 4 will double.
- Ultra 4 will have upgrades to fitness tracking.
- Ultra 4 will also receive a new, more powerful S-class chip.
- The new chip will enhance performance for Siri AI features in watchOS 27.
- Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are launching next month.
- The new chip will likely be named S11 or S12.
- The last Apple Watch chip with performance gains was the S9 in 2023.
- watchOS 27 launches next month.
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Apple released watchOS 27.0.1 for Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. This update addresses an issue causing some units to restart unexpectedly. The fix aims to resolve stability problems reported by users of these specific models.
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