Overview of New Features of Apple Watch in WatchOS 26

• Updated interface with Liquid Glass design for all Apple devices.
• Workout Buddy feature based on artificial intelligence for personalized workouts.
• Adaptive volume for notifications and Live Translation feature for easier communication.

This was reported by CNET, ZDNet.

Apple is preparing a significant update for its Apple Watch lineup, which includes new features in WatchOS 26. These changes were announced at the annual WWDC conference in June 2025.

Among the main innovations is the updated interface with Liquid Glass design, which provides a more transparent appearance to all elements on the screen. This applies not only to the watch but also to other Apple devices that will receive a unified visual design.

New Features of Apple Watch

One of the most anticipated features is Workout Buddy, which uses artificial intelligence to provide tips during workouts based on the user's activity history. This will allow for personalized workout recommendations.

The update also includes improvements to Smart Stack, allowing for more contextual information that suggests which apps or features to use at a given moment. For example, relevant tips may appear during a gym workout.

Enhancements to Notifications and New Capabilities

New notification features include adaptive volume depending on the environment, which will help avoid unpleasant situations in quiet places. There will also be a Live Translation feature that allows messages to be translated into the language selected by the user.

Additionally, Apple Watch will be able to use contextual hints in notifications to enhance convenience, such as quickly sending a Check-In when the user is returning home.

Availability of the Update

WatchOS 26 will be supported on several models of Apple Watch, including Series 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Ultra, Ultra 2, and SE (2nd generation). To use new features like Workout Buddy and Live Translation, a newer model iPhone is required, specifically iPhone 15 or 16.

These updates promise to significantly enhance the user experience of Apple Watch and add new capabilities for monitoring health and activity.

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