Apple Testing Prototypes of Whoop-Like Screenless Fitness Band
Apple is working on an activity tracker that doesn't have a screen, reports Bloomberg . The screen-free health and fitness device is said to be similar to Whoop's line of bands . Whoop makes wrist-worn trackers with 24/7 monitoring, but without a display. Apple has apparently been "exploring" the category for months and has developed prototypes, but hasn't decided whether the project will move…
Apple is reportedly developing a fitness band without a screen, according to Bloomberg. This health and activity tracker is said to resemble the bands created by Whoop, which offer 24/7 monitoring without a display. Apple has been experimenting with this concept for months and has reportedly created prototypes, although the company has not yet determined if it will proceed with the project.
Tim Cook and Eddy Cue, both key figures at Apple, are reportedly interested in the product, given Cue's leadership of Apple's health teams. The prototypes consist of a fabric band connected to a computing module that rests on the wrist, with sensors tracking heart rate and other metrics, similar to those found in Apple Watch models.
The latest Apple Watch models have incorporated features akin to those of Whoop and Oura Ring, such as an overall readiness score and an estimate of biological age. Apple is also testing a new version of its Health app in iOS 27.2, featuring a more user-friendly interface with clearer guidance. If Apple decides to move forward with the screen-free tracker, it is likely to launch no earlier than 2028, as the company is expected to debut wearable AI smart glasses and AirPods with cameras before then.
Written by urgent.news from MacRumors's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
