A leaker claims that Apple’s long-rumored plans for Touch ID on Apple Watch have been scrapped in favor of “packing bigger batteries” – and as a recently-switched Garmin principal, that’s totally fine with me.

Apple has long been rumored to be planning Touch ID on Apple Watches
These projects have been suspended, according to leaker Instant Digital
The leaker claims that Apple is focusing more on improving battery life and health sensors.

For some time now, rumors have been circulating that Touch ID, possibly via the digital crown, would appear on the best Apple watches. But if the latest rumors are accurate, don’t expect this to be announced anytime soon at this year’s WWDC or Apple’s events in September.

“Apple’s current strategy still prioritizes using iPhone to unlock other devices through seamless connectivity.”

Focus on what’s important

This is music to my ears. I’m familiar with Apple Watches, as I review them every year, but I recently switched ecosystems to Apple, and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 went from a review device to my daily driver.

Previously, I would switch between the Garmin Fenix 8 and the Garmin Venu 4, so I’m used to 10 days between charges. As much as I love the Apple Watch Ultra series, I won’t lie: the need to charge it every other day is my biggest annoyance. After the convenience of Garmin’s huge batteries and low power consumption, living with shorter battery life is an adjustment.

It’s great to hear that Apple is considering further beefing up the battery – and it’s good to hear that health sensor accuracy is Apple’s priority right now.