While the Apple Watch Series 10 (Apple Watch 10) is still months away, it is not too early to start tracking rumors and speculating about improvements over the Apple Watch Series 9.

Apple has introduced a new Apple Watch every year since the original Apple Watch, so unless the company breaks with tradition, Apple Watch 10 will likely be announced in late summer or early fall 2024. Presumably, this much-anticipated watch will be released along with the iPhone 16 family.

However, while we have seen some early rumors about the iPhone 16, we have not heard much news about the next-generation Apple Watch. Nevertheless, we speculate that the Apple Watch 10 will be upgraded for health tracking, communication, and safety. It is also possible that the design will change and that watchOS 11 will bring exclusive features.

Currently, there is no indication to suggest additional Apple Watch models, such as the Apple Watch SE or a successor to the sporty Apple Watch Ultra 2. But that could change as we learn more about the Apple Watch 10. Incidentally, there has been some information in the past about the so-called Apple Watch X, but it is unclear if that is the Roman numeral naming of the Series 10. In the meantime, here's everything we know about the next Apple Watch.

If there is one thing that is most certain about the Apple Watch 10, it is that the release date is scheduled for late summer or early fall of this year. as with the iPhone, Apple releases at least one new smartwatch every year. Most recently, it has launched multiple versions of the Apple Watch, giving customers more choices.

However, the flagship Apple Watch 10 will likely start at $399 for the 41mm size model, based on previous pricing. The larger 45mm model will likely start at $429. For cellular support, which allows the Apple Watch to be optionally disconnected from the iPhone, Apple expects users to pay $499 for the 41mm size and $529 for the 45mm size.

The general appearance of the Apple Watch has not changed since the first generation, but small changes have been made every few generations to give it a more modern look. Whether intentional or not, Apple has made these changes on a three-year cycle. The last Apple Watch redesign was the Apple Watch Series 7, which had a 20% larger display, but that was three years ago.

This means that Apple Watch 10 could see more dramatic changes than those seen between Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Series 8. According to the latest information, the long-rumored switch to a MicroLED display will not take place. Instead, previous information suggests that the new design is expected to have a thinner case. This insight comes from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who has provided a lot of accurate Apple information in the past.

According to Apple leaker Kosutami, the Apple Watch band connection system will also be completely redesigned this year. This could mean that all existing watch bands will no longer be compatible with future releases like the Apple Watch 10. Since this change seems like it could upset users with extensive watchband collections, we are interested to see if Apple will take this risk and what solution they will come up with.

Apple Watch 10 will employ the best core features of the Apple Watch. It's comprehensive workout tracking, support for hundreds of apps, convenient communication on the wrist, safety tools, and more. The question is, what new features will be special to the latest version of the Apple Watch?

With the Apple Watch Series 9, Apple debuted an innovative navigation gesture called Double Tap, which allows users to answer a call or pause a timer by tapping the index finger and thumb of the watch hand together twice to or pause the timer. This feature is made possible by the S9 processor, the most powerful Apple Watch chip to date.

Previous rumors indicated that the Apple Watch 10 or Apple Watch X would prioritize health upgrades; according to Bloomberg, Apple's next-generation wearable will monitor and warn of signs of sleep apnea and hypertension. However, an ongoing legal battle with health tech company Masimo has called these features into question. SpO2 data reading and analysis may not be possible with the Apple Watch 10 unless the next smartwatch gets a new blood oxygen sensor that is sufficiently different from the one at the center of the dispute.

We may get a clue about the new features when Apple previews watchOS 11 at WWDC on June 10. The annual developer conference will provide the first look at the software that will be included in Apple Watch 10.

At the top of Apple Watch users' wish list is extended battery life. The flagship Apple Watch only lasts up to 18 hours of normal use, while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 can last up to 36 hours. While the low-power mode and guides with tips on how to make the Apple Watch last longer have helped, everyone would like to see a longer battery life estimate.

According to a report from The Elec, extended battery life may finally be a reality with the Apple Watch 10. Apple is considering incorporating low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) thin-film transistor (TFT) technology into the device's display, which could significantly improve the display's power consumption. Ideally, the watch would last longer than previous versions, even at the same current brightness levels.

Whether Apple Watch 10, Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch X, or whatever name Apple gives its next smartwatch, there is no doubt that Apple Watch 10 will be the best smartwatch this year. But rival smartwatches are better than ever, and with the Masimo lawsuit looming, all eyes are on Apple to see how it will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its category-leading smartwatch.