# Apple could be eyeing a round display as it plans smartwatch refresh

> Ever since Apple started making smartwatches, the company has remained loyal to a rectangular design format for the screen.

- **Source:** [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/wearables/apple-has-apparently-considered-a-round-display-as-it-plans-smartwatch-refresh/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a789b95855718f50c10dde2)
- **Published:** 2026-08-09
- **Category:** Wearables
- **Tags:** #apple #samsung #galaxy #pixel #google #android #foldable #smartwatch
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