Apple Watch 10 likely to get blood pressure monitoring feature  (2024)

New Delhi,UPDATED: Mar 18, 2024 17:52 IST

Apple Watch 10 may finally get a blood pressure monitoring feature. The news has been confirmed by popular tech analyst Mark Gurman. This could be a big deal because it means you might be able to keep tabs on your blood pressure right from your wrist. While we're still waiting for all the details, it shows that Apple is really serious about making the Apple Watch more than just a fancy gadget.

"All signs point to the new Apple Watch gaining a blood-pressure checker this fall. But it doesn't appear that the capability will be coming to current models,” Gurman said in the Bloomberg blog.

The buzz around town is that the Series 10 might not give you exact blood pressure readings at first. Instead, it might just help you track changes in your blood pressure over time. But here's the thing – this could be the start of something bigger. Apple might use this as a stepping stone to make blood pressure monitoring even better in future models. It's all part of Apple's plan to make the Apple Watch a super helpful tool for keeping an eye on your health.

Now, why is this blood pressure stuff such a big deal? Well, high blood pressure can be pretty serious. Sometimes called the "silent killer," it doesn't always show obvious signs but can lead to some major health problems like heart disease and strokes. So, being able to keep track of your blood pressure could help you catch any issues early on and take steps to keep yourself healthy.

So, how might this blood pressure thing work? Well, we're not exactly sure yet. But people are guessing that Apple might tweak the heart rate sensors in the watch to measure how fast your blood is moving through your wrist. Of course, figuring out blood pressure with a watch isn't easy. Things like how you're sitting or if you're stressed can mess with the accuracy. That's why this feature might focus more on spotting trends over time than giving you exact numbers.

But hold up – before you go tossing out your old blood pressure cuff, there's something to remember. Even if the Apple Watch can track your blood pressure trends, it might not always give you the full picture. For really accurate readings, you might still need to use a traditional blood pressure monitor.

So, when can you get your hands on this new Apple Watch? Well, word on the street is it'll be hitting stores in the fall of 2024, probably around the same time as the new iPhones. But whether you're an Apple fan or just curious about health tech, one thing's for sure – this could be a game-changer for smartwatches everywhere.