Apple unveils watchOS 27 with AI-powered Siri
▼ Summary
– Apple announced watchOS 27, featuring Siri AI, a redesigned dynamic app grid, and health and fitness improvements.
– The update will be available “this fall” but is limited to Apple Watch Series 10 or newer models, including Ultra 2, Ultra 3, and SE 3.
– The biggest update is Siri AI, the next-generation virtual assistant powered by Apple Intelligence.
– Siri AI includes a new, dedicated Siri app that consolidates related features.
Apple has officially introduced watchOS 27, the latest iteration of its Apple Watch operating system, bringing a suite of notable upgrades including AI-powered Siri, a redesigned “dynamic” app grid, and enhanced health and fitness tracking capabilities. According to the company, the watchOS 27 update will roll out “this fall,” but support is strictly limited to newer devices: only the Apple Watch Series 10 models or later will be compatible, which includes the Ultra 2, Ultra 3, and SE 3.
The headline feature is Siri AI, Apple’s next-generation virtual assistant powered by Apple Intelligence. This marks a significant leap forward, introducing a dedicated Siri app that “brings together all” of the assistant’s new capabilities, promising more intuitive and context-aware interactions directly from the wrist. The update also refreshes the app grid with a dynamic layout that adapts to user habits, while fitness tracking gains deeper insights and more personalized metrics.
For those with an eligible Apple Watch, this fall’s release will deliver a markedly smarter and more responsive experience, though the hardware requirement means older Series watches will miss out on the AI-driven enhancements.
(Source: The Verge)
