Macworld People have high hopes for the Apple Watch in 2025 after the Apple Watch Series 10 disappointed in 2024. Despite rumors of major design changes, the Apple Watch 10 turned out to be more or less identical to every Apple Watch sold over the last few years. The display was just a tad larger and the body was slightly thinner, but overall it was very similar to the Series 9. At this point you might look to the old adage: “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it”. Apple’s Watch follows a proven formula that has brought a lot of success. It should be no surprise that the company isn’t rocking the boat. That might be forgivable, but Apple didn’t even update the Apple Watch Ultra or Apple Watch SE in 2024, leaving both with an older processor generation. Luckily this year it looks like Apple will deliver some long awaited Apple Watch features. Read on to find out what’s in store for Apple Watch Series 11 in the fall of 2025? Here’s what we’ve heard so far about the 2025 Apple Watch. We’ll run though what’s expected for each Apple Watch model below, starting with the Apple Watch Series 11. Apple Watch Series 11: Release date Launch at September iPhone event: Tuesday September 9 (probable) Pre-order from September 12 On sale from September 19 For years now, Apple has announced the new Apple Watch together with the new iPhone at a September event, with both products going on sale the following week. We haven’t heard anything to make us think that won’t be the case again this year. The most likely date is the second Tuesday of September, which is September 9. Pre-orders for the Apple Watch Series 11 will probably begin that Friday (September 12) with general availability in stores a week later (September 19). Apple Watch Series 11: Price Likely to start at $399, unless Apple has to raise prices Ever since the Apple Watch Series 3, Apple has kept starting prices the same for the aluminum Apple Watch and we don’t expect a price hike this year. This means that the Series 11 will start at $399 and the larger version will cost $429, with an extra $100 for cellular capability and higher prices for various bands. With the Series 10, Apple also offered a titanium case for $699/$749, which includes LTE like the Ultra. Rumors suggest Apple will keep that option around with the Series 11, likely at the same price. However, no discussion of future Apple product pricing is complete without mentioning U.S. tariffs, which are changing rapidly and could have a big impact on pricing. It’s simply too difficult to predict whether tariffs will increase the Apple Watch’s price, the odds are significant. Apple Watch Series 11: Design The Apple Watch Series 11 is likely to look nearly identical to the Series 10.Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry Rumors throughout 2024 told us to expect more significant changes to the Apple Watch design last year, and then the Series 10 debuted and it looked like a very slightly flattened Series 9. This year, there aren’t even any rumors of big design changes. Currently, all signs point to an Apple Watch that is identical in appearance to the Series 10, with the possible exception of new colors, possibly sky blue to match the MacBook Air and iPhone 17. Apple Watch SE 3: Release date, price and design Launch at September iPhone event: Tuesday September 9 (probable) Pre-order from September 12 On sale from September 19 Apple hasn’t updated the Apple Watch SE since 2022 and that update was an extremely minor one, bringing a new chip and crash detection with a lower price of $249. It was initially rumored that 2024 would bring a substantial update to the budget watch with a plastic redesign, but that didn’t happen. Then Mark Gurman of Bloomberg reported that a plastic SE redesign would arrive in 2025 alongside the Series 11. However, a rumor in March claimed that the new Apple Watch SE had run into production issues and was in “serious jeopardy.” So Apple may need to switch to an aluminum design for the new SE or stick with the current model for another year. The Apple Watch SE hasn’t been updated since 2022.Henry Burrell / Foundry Apple Watch Ultra 3: Release date, price and design Launch at September iPhone event: Tuesday September 9 (probable) Pre-order from September 12 On sale from September 19 We do expect that there will be an Apple Watch Ultra 3 in 2025. Rumors so far point to 5G and satellite texting capabilities, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The Apple Watch Ultra 2025 might also be slimmer. And yes, the display might be even larger. In addition to that you can expect all the features coming to the Apple Watch Series 11. Apple Watch 2025: Features coming to the Apple Watch Apple has been working on incorporating a microLED display on the Apple Watch for several years, according to various leaks and rumors, but it’s not expected to debut on the Series 11 this year. Some think this display shift will come to Apple Watch Ultra first, but even that isn’t expected in 2025. Health We’re not expecting any new health sensors. Apple’s blood glucose monitoring initiative is still years from ending up in a watch, it seems, and while there have been rumors of high blood pressure monitoring, that’s apparently not quite ready to appear this year, either. Specs So what will be new? You can bet on a new S11 SiP (system in package), offering somewhat better performance. Don’t expect a big boost in battery life, though—that has been a near constant 18 hours for nearly the entire lifespan of the watch. Apple Intelligence and the new Siri could be one of the new features of watchOS 12 and the Apple Watch Series 11.Michael Simon/IDG Apple Intelligence AI is a key aspect of almost every new Apple product now, and rumors suggest Apple is working on bringing some AI features to the Apple Watch. The actual AI models probably won’t be able to run on the watch; rather, the watch will gather data, the processing will be done on your iPhone, and then the watch will display results or notifications. Many of the new AI features will likely debut as part of watchOS 12, but some might be kept as Series 11 exclusives in order to help differentiate the hardware. 5G and Satelite It’s also rumored that the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will support 5G cellular and satellite messaging, which could also come to the Series 11. Apple debuted a wireless chip in the iPhone 16e, but it’s not clear whether it’s small or efficient enough for the Apple Watch yet. No changes? The Series 11 could just be a ‘Series 10s’ We criticized the Apple Watch Series 8 for being largely the same as the Series 7, and the Series 9 for being almost identical to the Series 8. This looks like it could be another one of those years, where there are only very minor changes to the Apple Watch that you won’t even notice in everyday use. That doesn’t mean it’s a bad watch, or that Apple is in trouble. There is virtually no competition for the Apple Watch, and as long as Apple keeps pressing forward with watchOS software features, it’s likely to keep selling a lot of Apple Watches. But if you’re hoping for a major change to the Apple Watch hardware, you’ll probably have to wait another year or more.

TECNO brings a full suite of AI-powered devices to COMPUTEX 2025, showcasing how its self-developed edge-side AI model transforms everyday technology interactions. The company returns to Taipei with products spanning laptops, smart glasses, and wearables under its “Mega Leap with AI” theme. Designer: TECNO The centerpiece of their showcase is the new MEGABOOK S16 AI PC, complemented by the world’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop weighing just 899 grams. These devices represent TECNO’s vision for AI that works seamlessly both online and offline, addressing the growing need for intelligent computing that adapts to users rather than forcing adaptation. MEGABOOK S16: Flagship AI Performance in a Premium Package The MEGABOOK S16 integrates TECNO’s self-developed edge-side AI model, enabling AI functionality even without internet connectivity. Powered by Intel’s Core i9-13900HK processor with 14 cores and 20 threads reaching 5.4 GHz turbo speeds, the system delivers substantial computational power for demanding AI applications. Despite its performance capabilities, the S16 maintains a surprisingly portable profile at just 1.3kg and 14.9mm thick. The all-metal chassis houses TECNO’s first 16-inch display in the flagship laptop line, responding to user demand for larger screens without sacrificing mobility. The system particularly excels in multitasking scenarios where AI assistance proves most valuable. Users can seamlessly switch between creative work, productivity tasks, and entertainment without the performance degradation typically associated with running multiple demanding applications. MEGABOOK S14: Redefining Ultralight Computing Perhaps more impressive from an engineering standpoint is the MEGABOOK S14, which achieves a remarkable 899g weight while incorporating a 2.8K OLED display. TECNO offers the system in two variants: one with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite compute platform and another with Intel’s Core Ultra 9 processor. The magnesium-alloy chassis contributes to the ultralight design without compromising structural integrity. For users requiring additional graphics performance, TECNO provides an external graphics dock with NVIDIA GPU options that transforms the ultraportable into a creative workstation or gaming system. The S14 represents TECNO’s first OLED implementation in a laptop, delivering 2.8K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate and 91% screen-to-body ratio. The display carries TÜV Rheinland eye comfort certification for extended viewing sessions. K-Series: Accessible AI Computing TECNO also showcases its K15S and K14S models, representing new size options in its entry-level lineup. The K15S features an all-metal design with a 15.6-inch display, Intel Core i5-13420H processor, and expandable memory up to 32GB. Despite its more accessible positioning, the K15S incorporates a substantial 70Wh battery with 65W GaN fast charging technology, addressing a common pain point in the category. The system includes a full-sized keyboard with numeric keypad and four-level backlighting for productivity in various lighting conditions. AI Capabilities Across the Lineup All MEGABOOK models now feature TECNO’s upgraded AI model with DeepSeek-V3, enhancing offline capabilities while enabling comprehensive online AI searches through a Personal GPT function. The system offers six core AI functionalities designed to streamline common workflows. The AI Gallery, which TECNO claims is a world-first on Windows, connects wirelessly with TECNO smartphones for photo backup, smart album creation, and image searches. The Ella AI Assistant manages tasks and schedules, while AI PPT localizes and completes presentations using TECNO’s AI sources. For professionals, the AI Meeting Assistant provides real-time transcription with speaker identification and key point extraction. The system also includes AI Drawing tools for creative applications. AI Glasses: Smartphone-Grade Photography in Eyewear Moving beyond computing, TECNO introduces its first AI Glasses series with two models: AI Glasses and AI Glasses Pro. Both incorporate a 50MP camera system using the same OV50D sensor, ISP, and imaging algorithms found in TECNO’s flagship CAMON 40 Premier smartphone. The glasses feature a “SmartSnap” function that recognizes scenes and automatically generates captions for social sharing. The AI Info function compiles notifications from multiple apps into concise reports, while real-time translation supports over 100 languages. The Pro model adds WaveGuide AR display technology co-developed with Meta-Bounds, featuring a MicroLED screen with 30° field of view and 1500 nits brightness. This enables navigation overlays, meeting translations, and other augmented reality applications. Both models offer approximately 8 hours of mixed use on a 30-minute charge of their 250mAh batteries. The standard model features an aviator design, while the Pro adopts a browline style. Ecosystem Integration and Market Positioning TECNO emphasizes the interconnectivity of its AI ecosystem through OneLeap technology, which enables multi-screen sharing, file transfer, and cross-device collaboration between MEGABOOK laptops, smartphones, and tablets. This approach addresses a common friction point for users working across multiple devices, allowing content and context to follow the user rather than remaining siloed on individual devices. TECNO positions its AI ecosystem as democratizing advanced technology for emerging markets, with a presence in over 70 markets across five continents. Their “Stop At Nothing” brand philosophy guides product development toward accessible innovation. The comprehensive lineup demonstrates TECNO’s commitment to AI as a transformative technology rather than a marketing checkbox. By developing its own edge-side AI model, the company maintains control over the user experience while ensuring functionality even in regions with inconsistent connectivity. For users seeking to experience TECNO’s vision of AI-enhanced computing, the company’s booth at COMPUTEX 2025 (N1302) showcases all products through May 23rd.The post TECNO Unveils Comprehensive AI Ecosystem at COMPUTEX 2025 first appeared on Yanko Design.

Is it one screen or two? Why not both? LG Display has developed an innovative micro-LED display that can separate into a pair of panels and merge back together again. We got a look at the concept product at the SID Display Week show in San Jose, California. At first glance, it seems like you’re staring at a single screen. But then the display seamlessly separates into two individual panels. The screens can then merge back again with the press of a remote. Throughout the process, the panels remain on, continuing to beam image or video.The concept certainly stands out from today's PC monitors, giving you a way to physically separate your desktop space for easier multi-tasking. LG developed the concept to demonstrate its "zero bezel" screen technology, which eliminates the traditional black rims found on today’s displays. With no bezels, the micro-LED screens can seemingly merge together. On closer inspection, you can sometimes make out the line separating both panels. But most of the time, it’s invisible or hardly noticeable. Recommended by Our EditorsThe company’s spec sheet says that each panel is 22 inches across, with a 480-by-540 resolution and refresh rates from 48 to 144Hz. Each display can then be packed together to create a large display in custom shapes or sizes. (Credit: PCMag/Michael Kan)It's unclear if the concept will ever become an actual TV or monitor. But an LG representative said the company is close to reaching the production stage for its zero bezel micro-LED screens. No exact price was given, but the screens will be “expensive,” the rep added. Samsung showed off a similar concept involving “Bezel Less” OLED tiles at MWC in March.