watchOS 26 Brings New Watch Face, Features, and Abilities

TL;DR
watchOS 26 introduces a new 'Show Data When Locked' privacy setting for Apple Watch complications, allowing users to control data visibility on locked screens, with Health app data remaining hidden. The update, part of smaller quality-of-life improvements, is expected in September. The article also covers various upcoming Apple products and features, including iOS 26 updates, iPhone 17 rumors, and new hardware designs.
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