Apple Unveils Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 with New Health Features
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: At its 2026 launch event, Apple introduced the Watch Ultra 4 and the new Series 12, adding a readiness score that numerically indicates how prepared a user’s body is for the day. The update also includes a 5‑second heart‑rate tracking feature, aiming to help users monitor health, stay active, and respond to potentially life‑threatening situations. The enhancements bring the Apple Watch closer to competitors that already offer similar readiness metrics.
Covered by 4 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 50% center, 50% right.
Who is covering this story
- Center (2): Deccan Herald, Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (2): Deccan Chronicle, Times Now
Sources
- Apple Event LIVE: Apple Launches Watch Ultra 4, Watch Series 12 — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Apple launches Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 with advanced health tracking capabilities — Deccan Herald (center)
- Apple Event 2026: Apple Watch Series 12 & Ultra 4 Gets Major Health Upgrade With Readiness Score, 5-Second Heart Tracking — Free Press Journal (center)
- Apple Watch Series 12 Vs Galaxy Watch 9: From Heart Health To Sleep Which Does More — Times Now (right-leaning)