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Apple Watch Series 12 to Get Fitness Tracking Upgrades

MacRumors • Tue, 25 Aug 2026

Apple's new Apple Watch models will feature upgrades to fitness tracking, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman , who otherwise characterized this year's changes to the lineup as "minor." Gurman said much the same in July , pointing to faster performance and better health and fitness tracking in the absence of any design overhaul. Related Roundup: Apple Watch 11 Tags: Bloomberg , Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Don't Buy) This article, " Apple Watch Series 12 to Get Fitness Tracking Upgrades " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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