Apple Watch Series 12 · Timing

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A screenless band would likely not launch before 2028

MacRumors, relaying Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, reports that if Apple goes ahead with the screenless tracker it likely would not launch until at least 2028. Apple has not decided whether to release it, and camera AirPods and smart glasses are expected before it.

First reported Sep 22, 2026Updated Sep 22, 2026