An Apple Watch detecting blood oxygen levels
A rumor claims that the a 2024 Apple Watch model will include a refreshed design, with new health features expected to include detection of hypertension and sleep apnea.
The 2023 releases of Apple Watch didn’t bring much new to the table in terms of design and specifications. For 2024, which should be the “Series 10” generation of the device, Apple is expected to offer something a bit different.
Along with a visual upgrade, Apple is also tipped to be working on two new health-related features for the celebrated wearable. Gurman writes that the new features could include sleep apnea detection as well as hypertension via blood pressure monitoring.
Gurman adds that the existing Apple Watch range probably won’t make a big splash in sales for the holidays, due to a “lack of compelling features” and minimal major changes for the 2023 releases. Medical features, such as those anticipated for a 2024 release, have “real marketing power.”
In November, it was reported that Apple was fearful of harming its image, so initial iterations of blood pressure monitoring will apparently offer advice of an upward trend and to see a doctor to avoid a misdiagnosis.
