Apple Watch Series 10 (or X) Might Miss Out on AI at Launch
Despite celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024, the Apple Watch might not become a truly "smart" watch this year, according to a new leak. Although rumored to be branded as the "Watch X", ditching the "Series" nomenclature, the wearable might lack the on-device AI capabilities expected in other upcoming Apple products.
Here's a breakdown of the latest leak:
- No On-Device AI: While the next iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even Vision Pros are rumored to feature Apple's new AI chip, the Watch X might miss out, even if it shares the same chipset as the upcoming Ultra 3.
- Potential Blood Pressure Monitoring (with limitations): A new feature this year could be blood pressure monitoring, potentially even with an option for an Ultra-sized screen. However, always-on monitoring might not be possible due to reliability concerns.
- Branding Change: The anniversary year might see the Watch ditch its traditional "Series" branding for a special "Watch X" designation.
Key takeaways:
- Don't expect revolutionary AI features in the Apple Watch this year.
- Blood pressure monitoring is a possibility, but with potential limitations.
- The "Watch X" branding could mark a new chapter for Apple's wearable, even without groundbreaking AI capabilities.
Source: Mark Gurman via Bloomberg