One leaker claims Apple's long-rumored plans for Touch ID on Apple Watch have been shelved in favor of 'packing in larger batteries' — and as a Garmin main who's recently switched, that's totally fine by me
- Apple has long been rumored to be planning Touch ID on Apple Watches
- These plans have been put on hold, according to leaker Instant Digital
- The leaker says Apple is more focused on improving battery life and health sensors
For some time now, we've been hearing rumors that Touch ID, possibly via the digital crown, would make its way onto the best Apple Watches. But if the latest rumors are correct, don't expect this to be announced anytime soon at this year's WWDC or Apple's September events.
'Apple’s current strategy still prioritizes using the iPhone to unlock other devices via seamless connectivity.'
It makes a lot of sense to keep the phone as the central hub bringing all your accessories together, but I can see why a Touch ID feature could be tempting. We often hear about the ability of an LTE-capable Apple Watch to act as a...
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