APPLE WATCH TAKES A HEARTFELT STEP FORWARD IN INDIA

NEW HEALTH FEATURE TURNS A SMARWATCH INTO A SILENT GUARDIAN AGAINST ONE OF THE COUTRY'S BIGGEST KILLERS

- Words By: Sohil Nikam

Apple’s decision to roll out its Hypertension Notifications feature in India is more than just another software update; it's a meaningful moment in the growing intersection of technology and personal health. With watchOS 26, the Apple Watch becomes not just a device you wear, but one that quietly watches out for you. Hypertension is often called the “silent killer” for a reason. It shows few obvious symptoms, yet it fuels some of the most devastating health conditions, including heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. According to global estimates, over a billion adults live with undiagnosed high blood pressure. In India, where access to routine health screenings varies widely, this silent nature makes early interventio