Next month, Apple will present its latest software updates during WWDC25. Not only will the company unveil iOS 19, also Watchos 12 for Apple Watch will receive attention. Just like iOS and iPados, Watchos 12 may get a new interface in the style of Visionos.
This means that the design of app symbols, menus and buttons will be more transparent and reduced. Visionos is characterized by the glassy texture Apple has given the elements, chances are that iOS, iPados and Watchos will get a similar interface. In addition, Apple Intelligence will be added to the Apple Watch for the first time.
Watchos 12 rumors
In recent weeks, various rumors have been leaked about the approaching software updates. For example, iOS 19 and iPados 19 may get a completely renewed design in the style of Visionos. The interface of Watchos 12 may also be inspired by this. Below we list the current rumors for you.
Completely renewed design
The Verifier reports That the interface of Watchos 12 will be different from the current version. The new design will soon look more like Visionos, the system of the Apple Vision Pro. This means that on your Apple Watch you will soon see more transparent frameworks with rounded corners. The new design may show similarities with dark frosted glass where the motion sensor will probably ensure that edges of buttons and app symbols shine when the Apple Watch moves.
Watchos 12 is said to also update the style of symbols, menus, app symbols, windows and system buttons for Apple Watch users. This gives your existing Apple Watch a new look.
Apple Intelligence for Apple Watch
Mark Gurman van Bloomberg shares The rumor that Apple Intelligence also comes to the Apple Watch. Unlike the iPhone, iPad and Mac, the AI ​​tools will not run locally on the Apple Watch, but the linked iPhone will be used for this.
Do not expect gigantic language models or options for the Apple Watch, it will be more small handy functions that are made possible thanks to Apple Intelligence. This includes priority reports, notifications, smarter Siri, Genmoji support, AI categories in mail, automatically generated answers to messages, etc.
Other innovations
- New dials for Apple Watch
- Improved sports functions in the workout app
- Possibly new health features
Support Watchos 12
Below you can view the support for Watchos 12. The list has been compiled on the basis of rumors and has not yet been officially announced by Apple. Watchos 12 requires an iPhone with iOS 19 or newer.
- Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Series 9
- Apple Watch Series 10
- Apple Watch Ultra
- Apple Watch Ultra 2
Availability software updates
During WWDC 2025, which will take place in June, Apple will announce new software updates including Watchos 12, iOS 19 and iPados 19. The successor to MacOS Sequoia will also be presented. The updates are then expected to the general public in the fall. In the summer you can download and install the test versions.