Apple Watch redesign and new health-tracking features confirmed

Earlier rumors suggest this could include a thinner case and magnetically attached watch straps. However, little else is known about the new model's design. Gurman also said that two new health features were on the way to help users detect hypertension, or high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, when your breathing repeatedly stops and starts while you sleep. These tools were discussed earlier this year, expected to alert users in either case and suggest they seek further testing from a medical professional.

Older reports claim that a blood pressure diary will arrive with the new health feature, allowing users to note events which occurred in the time leading up to the spike, which could explain the higher reading. According to Gurman, the Apple Watch Series 9 is predicted to sell poorly over the festive season despite the release of the new double-tap gesture. Looking into 2024 and beyond, the company is allegedly hoping for a boost in sales driven by these new health features.