The keynote is set for 8 June, with a developer beta expected immediately, a public beta in July and full release in September.
Rumoured features include new watch faces, more Apple Intelligence tools and satellite functions, while Series 12 and Ultra 4 models are expected in September with upgraded chips.
Leaked code has also pointed to possible Touch ID in the side button, though Apple has not confirmed it and major analysts have not backed a launch this year.
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