Leaked Apple Code Hints at Touch ID for 2026 Apple Watch Models
Leaked Apple Code Hints at Touch ID for 2026 Apple Watch Models
As the highly anticipated unveiling of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch Series 11 draws near, a significant new revelation from recently leaked Apple code suggests a major feature for the *subsequent* generation of Apple’s popular smartwatches: Touch ID support.
The discovery originates from specific entries within the unearthed Apple code, which explicitly reference “AppleMesa” – Apple’s long-standing internal codename for its Touch ID biometric authentication system. These code snippets are reportedly tied to the 2026 models of the Apple Watch. While the code is marked for internal use, indicating a prototype or experimental stage, its presence confirms Apple’s exploration of this technology for its wearable devices. Current Apple Watch models, including those expected to launch this year, show no indication of Touch ID drivers.
This leak aligns with other recent reports, such as one from Digitimes last week, which discussed various changes coming to the 2026 Apple Watch, notably a potential doubling of sensor components. While many speculate these new sensors are for enhanced health monitoring, the possibility now exists that some could be dedicated to Touch ID functionality, potentially offering a more convenient authentication method than current passcode entries or side-button presses for Apple Pay.
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