Mark Gurman suggests that the Apple Watch will introduce a “Hypertension Detection” feature by 2025.

Apple is set to introduce a new hypertension detection feature for the Apple Watch in 2025, according to Mark Gurman’s latest Bloomberg newsletter. Initially planned for the 2024 models, the feature has been delayed to the following year. This new addition will allow users to monitor their blood pressure trends non-invasively, marking a significant step for Apple in expanding its health technology offerings.

Rather than providing precise systolic and diastolic readings like traditional cuffs, the Apple Watch will likely analyze trends in blood pressure and alert users when their readings fall outside the normal range. This system will serve as a health prompt, encouraging users to seek medical advice or confirm their condition with standard monitoring tools. The feature is expected to work similarly to the Apple Watch’s current Sleep Apnea notifications, using sensors to detect subtle changes in blood chemistry or vascular conditions.

Additionally, Apple is reportedly planning to bring 5G connectivity to the Apple Watch lineup, potentially making it the first version to support the next-generation mobile network standard. This move would align the Apple Watch with the broader industry shift to 5G, following the iPhone’s adoption of the technology in 2020. The Apple Watch has been using 4G LTE since the Series 3 launched in 2017, but it could soon make the leap to 5G with the upcoming models.