The new models feature the S11 chip, which provides faster CPU, GPU, and NPU performance. The Series 12 introduces a deep bronze case, two polished titanium options, and two ceramic cases.
Health monitoring is enhanced by a new sensing system with a larger electrode surface area for better skin contact and a reading frequency increased to 60 times. The Heart Rate app and watch face complications have also been upgraded.
The Fitness app now includes a body score, with Apple Intelligence providing dynamic suggestions based on user data. Users can manually sync medical records, and the app recommends clinical expert videos based on results.
New audio intelligence capabilities allow the watches to recognize sounds such as alarms, doorbells, and baby cries. A recording feature now generates text summaries of conversations, starting with support for English.
The Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399, while the Ultra 4 starts at $799. Both devices will be officially released on September 18.