GoKawiilApple reportedly readying Watch Ultra 4 alongside Series 12 with faster chip
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple plans to launch a new Watch Ultra 4 together with the Series 12 at its Sept. 9 event, both featuring faster processors and new health and fitness capabilities. This would mark a rare back-to-back Ultra refresh, breaking from the roughly two-year gap seen between the Ultra 2 and Ultra 3.
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Pairing the Ultra's release with the Series lineup suggests Apple wants to avoid shipping its priciest watch with an outdated chip while upgrading cheaper models, especially as WatchOS 27's new Siri AI demands more processing power. With rivals like Google and Samsung already raising smartwatch prices in 2026, and Apple hiking costs elsewhere in its hardware lineup, buyers should brace for the Ultra 4 to potentially exceed the Ultra 3's $799 starting price.
- Apple may launch the Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 together on Sept. 9, both with upgraded chips.
- A faster S11 or S12 chip could better support the new Siri AI features coming in WatchOS 27.
- Pricing remains unconfirmed, but industry trends and Apple's recent hikes suggest the Ultra 4 could cost more than $799.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 — If you don't want to wait for the rumored Ultra 4, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 already delivers the rugged titanium case, sapphire crystal display and adventure-ready features the article describes. It's the same line that added scuba diving support and satellite-era durability, making it a solid pick for hikers, divers and endurance athletes.
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