Apple could be preparing the most dramatic Apple Watch redesign in years, with the rumored Apple Watch Series 12 set for 2026.
While the Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 are expected next month alongside watchOS 26, the bigger shakeup may arrive the following year.
According to DigiTimes, Apple is planning a high-end Apple Watch with an entirely new underside layout featuring eight sensors arranged in a circular ring. This design resembles earlier prototypes of the Series 10 that leaked, showing a ring-shaped cluster of markings. By doubling the number of sensors, Apple may greatly improve measurement precision, reducing the reliance on software guesswork while still enhancing results with smarter algorithms.
If accurate, this shift could elevate the Apple Watch further as a health-first wearable, balancing all-day battery life with medical-grade accuracy. Blood pressure monitoring is expected soon, though non-invasive glucose tracking remains years away due to technical and regulatory challenges.
While the report highlights only the sensor overhaul, questions remain about the overall exterior design. Whether Apple changes the case or keeps the familiar look is unknown. Until official announcements, the bold new ring sensor system remains speculative-but it could mark a defining leap in Apple’s wearable future.