Apple Watch Ultra 3 to reportedly come with satellite texting and blood pressure monitoring features

Apple Watch users may soon be able to monitor their blood pressure directly from their wrist. According to a recent report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is ramping up work on blood pressure monitoring and satellite connectivity features for the Apple Watch 3, with a potential release date in 2025.
Apple has steadily transformed the Apple Watch from a timepiece into a comprehensive health and wellness companion. Existing features include heart rate monitoring, ECG readings, and fall detection. The addition of blood pressure monitoring would represent a significant leap forward in the Watch's ability to track vital health data.
While exciting, Gurman's report suggests the initial implementation wouldn't provide exact systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements. Instead, the Apple Watch would focus on identifying trends and alerting users if their blood pressure appears to be consistently elevated, potentially indicating hypertension. Users would then be advised to consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation.
High blood pressure, often referred to as the "silent killer," can cause significant health problems if left undetected and untreated. Early identification allows individuals to take steps towards managing their blood pressure and lowering their risk of heart disease, stroke, and other complications.
The specific technology behind Apple's blood pressure monitoring feature remains under wraps. Some experts speculate it might involve the use of optical sensors that detect subtle changes in blood flow through the wrist. However, Apple has yet to confirm these details.
Along with blood pressure monitoring, Apple may also bring the most-anticipated satellite connectivity feature in Apple Watch Ultra 3 next year. While iPhones have offered emergency texting via satellite since the iPhone 14, the Apple Watch has lacked this functionality. Reports suggest the Ultra 3 will break this trend, allowing users to send and receive texts through satellite networks in remote locations without cellular service.