This week, we're diving into some exciting developments in the Apple world — including a potential Touch ID feature coming to the Apple Watch in 2026! 🤯 From hidden code leaks referencing "Apple Messa" to speculation about fingerprint sensors under the glass or built into the digital crown, there's a lot to unpack. Could this mean the end of passcodes on your wrist?
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📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Why this comparison matters👇 Timestamps:
00:00 – New Apple betas, iPhone event incoming
00:33 – Touch ID coming to Apple Watch in 2026?
00:52 – Apple Watch Ultra 3: Design leaks + satellite connectivity
01:17 – “Apple Messa” leak hints at biometric unlock
01:37 – How Touch ID could work on Apple Watch (crown, button, under-glass)
02:16 – Touch ID = smoother Apple ecosystem unlocks?
02:34 – Blood Oxygen sensor re-enabled via watchOS 18.6.1
03:22 – Data now synced to iPhone via Health app
04:05 – Amazon returns now work via Apple Wallet (QR code support)
04:20 – Track Amazon orders natively in Apple Wallet (iOS 26)
04:56 – New “tech-woven” iPhone cases leaked (iPhone 17 lineup)
05:40 – Big camera bump incoming on Pro Max models
05:58 – 🔥 Top Apple deals on Amazon right now
06:17 – M4 Mac Mini & MacBook Air price drops
06:52 – M3 iPad Air (Cellular, 1TB) $400 off
07:14 – Final thoughts + What are you most excited about?
