The Apple Watch Series 10, or Watch X, could be unveiled at Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on September 9. Details about the successor to the Apple Watch Series 9 have surfaced online in recent weeks, suggesting several key features and upgrades it could include. A new report claims the watch will likely come with larger display sizes than the existing 41mm and 45mm options. It’s rumored to have an updated heart rate sensor and improved water resistance.
Apple Watch Series 10 Features (Expected)
According to a report from 9to5Mac, the Apple Watch Series 10 could feature an updated ECG or heart rate sensor, which will likely offer more accurate results and unlock newer features. An earlier leak suggested that the watch could support sleep apnea detection.
The new report adds that the process of collecting health data could also get an upgrade. For example, new algorithms in the iPhone's Health app could read data collected by the heart rate sensor to help detect atrial fibrillation instead of the data being processed on the watch itself.
The current Apple Watch Series 9 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters, but it isn’t suitable for water sports or adventures like scuba diving. However, the Apple Watch Ultra has up to 100 meters of water resistance and is suitable for high-speed water sports up to 40 meters deep. The Apple Watch Series 10 will reportedly be suitable for high-speed water sports up to 20 meters deep. The upcoming smartwatch is also rumored to gain support for Apple’s Depth app, which is currently exclusive to the Watch Ultra.
The report added 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. With newer displays, the watches are expected to feature new watch faces.
One of the new watch faces is expected to be “Reflections,” a dial that reacts to ambient light, while another will likely be a new Hermès watch face called “Regatta.” The latter was reportedly inspired by the sailing sports competition of the same name. It may allow users to directly access a stopwatch.