Called watchOS 26, the free Apple Watch update arriving this fall puts Apple Intelligence front and center and leverages that technology ... other elements to a new clear look to provide a better view ...

Overall, on the hardware front, the Apple Watch Series 10 is a compelling new model. Software optimizations are lacking I’m generally happy with my Apple Watch Series 10 upgrade.

When you set up your Apple Watch, you might have been prompted to select a preference for app view. In my experience, most people opt for Grid View, which I sometimes refer to as the app cloud.

From a smartwatch point of view, we’ve found the Apple Watch Ultra 2 to offer the slickest experience. And while the two watches match up in many areas, Apple’s smartwatch feels like the more ...