Apple Watch Series 12 Rumors Point to 4 Upgrades, Led by First New Chip Since 2023
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Updated · 9to5Mac · Jul 15
Apple Watch Series 12 Rumors Point to 4 Upgrades, Led by First New Chip Since 2023
3 articles · Updated · 9to5Mac · Jul 15
Summary
Apple’s fall Watch refresh is rumored to bring four main changes to Series 12: a new processor, longer battery life, added health features and a new watch face.
The chip upgrade would be the first real Apple Watch processor change since Series 9 in 2023, with 2026 models reportedly moving from the long-running “Watch7” family to “Watch8” and a T8320 CPU.
Battery life is said to be a priority, with Apple reportedly pursuing a larger physical battery and efficiency gains as sleep tracking and future on-device AI features demand more power.
Health additions may include a new high blood pressure notification feature now under FDA review, while Bloomberg also reported a simplified Modular Ultra-style face for standard watches.
Apple is expected to unveil Series 12 in September alongside Ultra 4, while Touch ID now appears unlikely after reportedly being dropped in favor of battery and health upgrades.