The Apple Watch Series 10 — or Watch X — could be unveiled during Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on September 9. Details about the Apple Watch Series 9 successor have surfaced online over the past few weeks, suggesting several key features and upgrades it could come with. A new report claims the watch will likely have larger display sizes than the existing 41mm and 45mm options. It’s expected to get an updated heart rate sensor and improved water resistance.
Apple Watch Series 10 Features (Expected)
The Apple Watch Series 10 could get an updated ECG or heart rate sensor that will likely provide more accurate results and unlock new features, according to a report from 9to5Mac. An earlier leak suggested the watch could support sleep apnea detection.
The new report adds that the health data collection process could also be updated. For example, new algorithms in the iPhone Health app could read data collected by the heart rate sensor to help detect atrial fibrillation, rather than processing the data on the watch itself.
The current Apple Watch Series 9 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters, but it is not suitable for water sports or adventures like diving. The Apple Watch Ultra, however, is water-resistant to 100 meters and is suitable for fast-paced water sports at a depth of up to 40 meters. The Apple Watch Series 10 will reportedly be suitable for fast-paced water sports at a depth of up to 20 meters. The upcoming smartwatch is also expected to receive support for Apple’s Depth app, which is currently exclusive to the Watch Ultra.
The report adds that the Apple Watch Series 10 could be available in 44mm and 48mm sizes. The Apple Watch Series 9 is currently offered in 41mm and 45mm variants. The watches are expected to get new watch faces thanks to the newer displays.
One of the new watch faces is said to be “Reflections,” a watch face that responds to ambient light, while another is likely to be a new Hermès watch face called “Regatta.” The latter is said to be inspired by the sailing sports competition of the same name. It could allow users to directly access the timer.
