The Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be officially announced on 9 September and released on 18 September. Key technology developments reportedly include a new chip, enhanced sensors and progress on hypertension notifications.
The announcement on 10 September Japan time has been confirmed, with Ultra 4 and Series 12 seen as the leading candidates for release. The lower-priced SE, meanwhile, has not been mentioned for this year.
The possibility of introducing a new chip for the first time in 3 years has been highlighted, with the chip positioned as a prerequisite for Siri AI to run on watchOS 27.
Ultra 4 is reported to have up to 2 times as many sensors, with enhanced fitness tracking also mentioned. The hypertension notification feature is under FDA review, and an announcement around the same time is being considered.
The possibility of the return of a ceramic case is also being discussed, with opinions divided over whether the exterior will remain unchanged and the internal design undergo major changes.
The official announcement is said to be on 9 September, with the release on 18 September and prices starting at ¥142,800. Preorders have already begun.