Archive · 14 Jun 2025
Apple Watch: New AI Fitness Coach 'Workout Buddy' Launching
Apple is adding a new AI coach called 'Workout Buddy' to your Apple Watch.
This coach will help you during your workouts, giving you helpful tips and celebrating your progress.
It will talk to you using a voice that sounds human-like.
To use it, you'll need a newer Apple Watch, Bluetooth headphones, and a specific iPhone model.
The new software also includes a new look and makes it easier to see your workout information and listen to music.
Apple Watch to launch 'Workout Buddy,' an AI fitness coach.
Workout Buddy will offer real-time feedback and personalized stats.
Feature utilizes a text-to-speech AI model for natural voice feedback.
It needs an Apple Watch compatible with watchOS 26, Bluetooth headphones, and a compatible iPhone.
watchOS 26 will include a Liquid Glass UI and workout-focused enhancements.
- Who
- Apple Watch users.
- What
- Apple Watch is launching 'Workout Buddy,' an AI fitness coach.
- When
- Set to launch with watchOS 26 later this year.
- Where
- On the Apple Watch.
- Why
- To deliver real-time feedback, voice-guided encouragement, and personalized stats during workouts.
- Feature Name
- Workout Buddy
- Functionality
- AI-powered fitness coach
- Launch Platform
- Apple Watch
- Launch Date
- watchOS 26 (later this year)
- Required Accessories
- Bluetooth headphones
- Compatible iPhones
- iPhone 15 Pro and above, or iPhone 16 series