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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 launch and AI features

Overview

Following the ‘Surprise and Shine’ keynote on September 9, 2026, Apple has detailed the capabilities of the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Both models utilize the new S11 chip and run watchOS 27. The hardware features a redesigned Health Sensing System with larger, more efficient LEDs and expanded electrode surface areas to improve biometric accuracy. Key health enhancements include heart rate measurements taken every five seconds—60 times more frequent than previous models—and a 24-fold increase in heart rate variability (HRV) sampling.

New software metrics include a ‘health age’ and a ‘Readiness’ score, which provides a daily 0–10 rating based on sleep, training load, and vitals to recommend activity levels. The Apple Health app is also undergoing a major redesign, which includes the introduction of a ‘Longevity’ tab.

The Ultra 4 specifically offers extended battery life, with reports citing up to 50 hours of runtime and a specialized ‘Extended Workout mode’ providing up to 45 hours of tracking. In low power mode, the Ultra 4 can reach up to 84 hours. The Series 12 will be available in aluminum, titanium, and ceramic finishes.

Apple is also introducing ‘Audio Intelligence’ features powered by Apple Intelligence, including ‘Siri Recap’—which generates high-level summaries of conversations—and ‘Live Rewind’, which allows users to view text snippets of the last 15 seconds of audio. Apple asserts that audio is not recorded or stored, stating that data is processed on-device or via Private Cloud Compute in a secure, isolated hardware compartment to ensure privacy. Retail availability for the new models is scheduled to begin on September 18, 2026.

Entities

Apple · Apple Watch · Apple Watch Series 12 · Apple Watch Ultra 4 · John Ternus

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Timeline

  1. about 22 hours ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Apple announces AI-powered health app updates

    Apple is launching a redesigned health app powered by Apple Intelligence, featuring a ‘Health Age’ metric and AI-driven physical assessments to provide personalized wellness insights.

  2. 1 day ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 80 sources
    Apple unveils Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4

    Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, featuring the S11 chip, enhanced health sensors, a new Readiness score, and AI-driven Audio Intelligence tools.

  3. 9 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Apple expected to unveil new hardware at September keynote

    Apple is expected to announce new hardware, including the Apple Watch Ultra 4, during its upcoming September 9 keynote event.

  4. 14 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 141 sources
    Apple confirms September 2026 keynote to debut iPhone 18 Pro and foldable iPhone

    Apple has confirmed a September 9, 2026, keynote themed ‘Surprise and Shine’, expected to debut the iPhone 18 Pro, a new foldable iPhone, and updated Apple Watch models under new CEO John Ternus.

  5. 16 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Apple Watch Series 12 rumors suggest health and AI upgrades

    Rumors suggest the Apple Watch Series 12 could launch in mid-September, featuring advanced health sensors, AI integration via Siri, and potential improvements to battery life and the Health app.

  6. 19 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 rumors suggest AI hardware leap

    Upcoming Apple Watch models, including the Series 12 and Ultra 4, are rumored to feature AI-optimized processors, design refinements for better comfort, and potential Touch ID integration.

  7. 30 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Apple Watch hardware and watchOS 27 updates expected

    Apple is preparing hardware upgrades for the Series 12 and Ultra 4 watches alongside watchOS 27, which will feature a consolidated Find My app and a dedicated Siri interface.

Sources

9to5mac.com · 9to5toys.com · absolutegeeks.com · actualidadiphone.com · actusmartphone.fr · ad-hoc-news.de · antaranews.com · apfelpage.de · appdisqus.com · appgamers.de · appgefahren.de · applesfera.com · appleworld.today · appliste.cz · batista70phone.com · bazaartimes.com · blog-nouvelles-technologies.fr · blogspan.net · borncity.com · br.blogthinkbig.com · businesstoday.in · cafef.vn · ceotech.it · ceskymac.cz · chip.de · clubic.com · cnet.com · cnmo.com · cretaone.gr · cultofmac.com · cumhuriyet.com.tr · dcrainmaker.com · diariandorra.ad · dijitaliyidir.com · donanimgunlugu.com · donanimhaber.com · dotekomanie.cz · drohnen.de · elaosboa.com · elbalad.news · elnacional.cat · enter.co · eprice.com.hk · es.digitaltrends.com · europe-infos.fr · faq-mac.com · fastcompanybrasil.com · finance.technews.tw

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