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Aug 30, 2026AW-0129No outcome yet

9to5Mac: Apple Watch may track heart all day

Apple is testing a heart-rate sensor that records all day rather than only during workouts

9to5Mac reported that Apple is testing a heart-rate sensor that records readings throughout the day, not just during workouts, alongside a rebuilt Health app showing more wellness metrics.

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  1. What was reportedApple is testing a heart-rate sensor that records all day rather than only during workouts
  2. Who said it, and when9to5Mac reported it on Aug 30, 2026.
  3. What happened, and whenApple Watch Series 12 has not been announced yet, so nothing has happened that could settle this.
  4. The verdict, and whyNo outcome yetNothing has happened yet that would prove this right or wrong.No answer yet, so there is nothing to explain.
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Apple Watch Series 12
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  1. Aug 30, 20269to5Mac reported it · 9to5Mac
  2. Aug 30, 2026AppleInsider · reported the same thing
  3. Aug 30, 2026Digital Trends · reported the same thing
  4. Aug 30, 2026Engadget · reported the same thing
  5. Aug 30, 2026MacRumors · reported the same thing
  6. Aug 31, 2026Android Headlines · reported the same thing
  7. Aug 31, 2026Gizmodo · reported the same thing
  8. Aug 31, 2026Mashable · reported the same thing
  9. Sep 8, 2026Tom's Guide · reported the same thing

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Did this Apple Watch Series 12 report turn out to be true?
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9to5Mac reported it on Aug 30, 2026.