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Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4 Add Health AI
Apple launched two new smartwatches called Apple Watch Series 12 and Watch Ultra 4.
They use a new S11 chip to work faster and support more AI features.
New sensors check heart activity more often than before.
The watches can also show a Readiness score to help people decide whether to exercise or rest.
A redesigned Health app will explain information about sleep, movement, heart health and long-term wellness.
It will include features called Health Age and Longevity insights.
Siri AI can better understand what users need and answer from the wrist.
Audio Intelligence can help users remember conversations and notice important sounds.
The Series 12 starts at Rs 56,900 in India, while the Ultra 4 starts at Rs 1,09,900.
Apple launched the Apple Watch Series 12 and Watch Ultra 4 with a new Health Sensing System and S11 chip.
The watches add higher-frequency heart-rate and HRV tracking, plus a Readiness score for health and recovery insights.
A redesigned Health app will offer Health Age, Longevity, movement assessments, AI insights and personalized summaries later this year.
Siri AI gains personal-context understanding and hands-free assistance, while Audio Intelligence can help users recall conversations and significant sounds.
The Apple Watch Series 12 starts at Rs 56,900 in India, while Watch Ultra 4 starts at Rs 1,09,900.
- Who
- Apple launched the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4; Apple vice president Kaiann Drance described the Series 12 as the company’s most advanced health and fitness companion.
- What
- The new watches introduce a Health Sensing System, S11 chip, more frequent heart monitoring, a Readiness score, redesigned Health app integration and new AI features.
- Where
- The launch was announced at Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro event, with prices reported for India and the United States.
- When
- Apple announced the watches on Wednesday, September 10, 2026; the redesigned Health app is scheduled to arrive later in 2026.
- Why
- Apple says the upgrades are intended to provide more detailed health and fitness insights, faster performance, recovery guidance and easier everyday assistance.
Key facts
- India pricing
- Apple Watch Series 12 starts at Rs 56,900; Watch Ultra 4 starts at Rs 1,09,900.
- US pricing
- Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399 for the 42mm Wi-Fi model.
- Series 12 sizes
- The watch is available in 42mm and 46mm sizes.
- Chip
- Both models use Apple’s S11 chip, described as enabling faster performance and AI capabilities.
- Health sensing
- The upgraded optical and electrical sensors support more frequent heart-rate and HRV measurements.
- Battery
- Apple Watch Series 12 offers up to 24 hours of everyday battery life and up to 10 hours during outdoor workouts.
- Fast charging
- A 15-minute charge can provide up to 12 additional hours of battery life, according to Apple.
Quotes
Kaiann Drance
Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Apple Watch Product Marketing
“With our new Health Sensing System and S11 chip, Apple Watch Series 12 gives you meaningful insights, like readiness, so you can better understand how to take on your day and care for your health, plus intelligence features that make everyday life easier. And it’s all wrapped in a beautifully thin, light design you’ll love wearing all day and night.”
livemint.com
“Apple Watch Series 12 is the most advanced health and fitness companion we’ve ever created.”
livemint.com
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