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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4: What to expect
Apple plans to unveil the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 in September with a focus on performance improvements rather than design changes. Although a new chip will enhance speed, the primary updates will center on health and fitness features, including a high blood pressure notification. The absence of a new Apple Watch SE model has been noted, with more significant updates expected in the following years.
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Published 27 Jul 2026, 00:30 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 set to be announced in September.
- Focus on health features and performance improvements rather than design changes.
- New chip expected for better processing speed.
- No new Apple Watch SE model planned for this year.
- Continued development of blood-sugar detection technology.
Interesting facts
- Last new processor introduced was with the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 in 2023.
- Apple is still working on novel health features like blood-sugar monitoring.
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