Apple's upcoming watchOS 27 may introduce a new watch face borrowing from the popular Modular Ultra design, according to recent rumors. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple is testing multiple new faces for the software update, code-named Orchid, with one standing out as a simplified take on the Modular Ultra aesthetic. The face would feature a large clock dominating the top portion of the display, with three complications positioned at the bottom.

The Modular Ultra face currently exists exclusively on Apple Watch Ultra models, despite newer Series watches sharing similar display sizes. This exclusivity makes it a distinguishing feature for Ultra owners, with some users considering it the primary advantage over standard Series models. The author suggests that bringing a version of this experience to broader Watch models could address long-standing user requests.

However, the rumored simplified design raises questions about its practical value. A large clock with just three bottom complications doesn't sound particularly revolutionary, especially when similar layouts already exist in other watch faces. The author remains hopeful that Apple's implementation might offer more flexibility than initially described, potentially delivering a true Modular Ultra experience across all Watch models.

The move represents Apple's continued effort to democratize premium features across its product lineup, though the execution details will determine whether this face becomes genuinely useful or simply another aesthetic option. Users will likely appreciate having more choices, even if the final implementation falls short of expectations.