Apple is set to introduce a new "Recaps" feature for the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4, slated for release in 2026. This Siri AI function will summarize a user's day using collected data, including overheard conversations. According to Bloomberg and Mark Gurman, the feature will require the new hardware models, which include secure audio processing capabilities.

Apple emphasizes its privacy-first approach, noting that the system gathers necessary datapoints live and discards audio instantly without storing transcripts. Users can activate Recaps continuously or on-demand in specific locations. The feature aims to provide a privacy-conscious alternative to existing AI wearables, though its always-listening nature raises questions about utility and power consumption.

As Apple events approach, the company faces the challenge of selling this functionality on privacy protections alone.