Apple is expected to overhaul the Apple Watch’s design, with a new flat-edged build and a totally flat display (similar to the latest iPhone models).
Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants has suggested Apple will also introduce a larger design to accompany the traditional 41mm and 45mm size options. We don’t know how big that new size will be though!
If you’re into extreme sports (or you’re just clumsy), you’ll be pleased to know Apple will apparently release a Series 8 model with rugged casing and improved impact resistance - ideal if you regularly climb rocks, fall off skateboards or just generally clang your Apple Watch into things. There’s good news for triathletes/Ironman competitors too, as Watch OS9 will allow them to switch seamlessly between run, swim and bike modes.
A whole host of new health features are rumoured too, including blood pressure monitoring, a thermometer for fertility and sleep tracking, sleep apnea detection and diabetes detection. However, some of these features may not make the Series 8 release and will instead appear on a later model.
Some sources suggest the new Apple Watch will feature car crash detection, with the Watch’s various sensors measuring spikes in gravitational force and contacting the emergency services if they indicate a crash has occurred.
Finally, we will likely see the usual Apple Watch generational improvements. The S8 chip will get some speed and efficiency improvements and there will almost certainly be new watch faces to choose from.
