• 12 Sep 22
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The next Apple Watch measures blood sugar

The iPhone manufacturer is developing new models of the Apple Watch, as well as developing health features.

Upgrades include an improved display, additional speed, the Sport Edition, and body temperature and blood sugar sensors.

The Cupertino, California-based tech giant plans to refresh the line this year with a model potentially dubbed the Apple Watch Series 7 by adding a faster processor, improved wireless connectivity and an updated display.

Next year, the company plans to refresh its flagship Apple Watch alongside a lower-tier Apple Watch SE successor and a new version aimed at athletes.

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Apple previously intended to put a body temperature sensor in this year's model, but now that's likely to be included in the 2022 update.

It is unlikely that the blood glucose sensor, which helps diabetics monitor their glucose levels, will be ready for commercial launch for several more years.

For this year's Apple Watch model, the company tested thinner bezels and a new lamination technique that brings the screen closer to the front cover.

The new watch will probably be thicker overall, but not in a way that's noticeable to the user.

The model includes updated ultra-wideband functionality, the same core technology in the AirTag object tracker.

At its developer conference in early June, Apple previewed an upcoming watchOS 8 update that allows the device to unlock doors and hotel rooms.

The next Apple Watch measures blood sugar

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The future Apple Watch:

The Sport model, which some inside Apple has described as either the Explorer or Adventurer Edition, was in development early this year, but is now likely to launch in 2022.

This new model helps Apple compete with the strong offerings of players such as Garmin and Casio.

The feature of measuring body temperature has become an essential part of detecting the Corona virus. This has led to increased demand for instruments such as the Withings Thermo.

Some companies offer small digital thermometers that plug into a smartphone's charging port.

Adding functionality to the Apple Watch helps it keep up with other smartwatches and fitness bands. Including products from Fitbit.

Apple has been working on the blood sugar monitoring function for a long time. It represents an advantage so far unmatched by competitors.

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Apple and others currently rely on apps that allow users to manually enter glucose levels. While medical device companies such as Dexcom offer blood glucose monitors that share data with the Apple Watch.

Users usually need to prick their fingers to draw blood for an accurate glucose test. But the Apple Watch aims for a non-invasive solution that analyzes blood through the skin.

Since going on sale in 2015, the Apple Watch has grown to become a key part of the company's product portfolio. Along with iPhones and iPads, they are an addition to the company's hardware ecosystem.

The wearables, home and accessories category helped Apple bring in more than $30 billion in the last fiscal year.

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