With Apple's next big launch event just days away and WatchOS 26 nearly finalized in its developer and public betas, we're starting to get a clearer picture of what could be in store for Apple Watches this fall. If you're holding out for the next Apple Watch (most likely the Series 11, with new Ultra 3 and SE versions in the mix ) the big question isn't just how Apple will build on last year's Series 10, but what it can add to stay ahead as rivals like the Pixel Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 8 are pushing harder than ever.

Some of these add requests are grounded in rumors, while others are mere wishful thinking. Here's everything I hope Apple brings to its next smartwatch.

1. Smarter Siri

After using Gemini AI on the Galaxy Watch 8, it's painfully clear just how far Siri is lagging

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