# Apple Explores Screen-Free Apple Watch as Competition Grows

2026-08-10T07:44:14+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk

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Apple is exploring a screen-free Apple Watch, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The company's design team is considering devices without displays, along with new shapes like a round screen, as competition from screen-free fitness trackers by Whoop and Oura grows. These rivals offer simpler, lighter health tracking without the full smartwatch experience. The changes are not final and may not appear soon. The upcoming Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are expected to focus on performance improvements, a possible ceramic case, and new colours. Apple is reportedly studying the shift in consumer preference for less distracting health wearables.

## Coverage

- gadgets360.com <https://www.gadgets360.com/wearables/news/apple-watch-models-overhaul-plan-ceramic-case-new-styles-report-11888325>
- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/technology-science/your-next-apple-watch-may-not-have-a-screen-heres-why-article-155469777>

Tags: Apple Watch, health tracking, Mark Gurman, screen-free devices, smartwatch design
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