Apple Watch 5 Latest News, Update: To Become Modern ‘Mass Effect’ Omni-Tool? Sci-Fi Sensors

Even as recently as with the Apple Watch 4, the device still appeared more like an accessory that acts as an extra tendril to the iPhone. However, the Apple Watch 5 could change all of that by essentially becoming the sci-fi wrist tool that movies, video games, and books have always depicted. In fact, it could have an array of sensors that include detecting hazardous environmental materials health issues.

One of the most popular features of the current Apple Watch iteration is the ECG. While the device is primarily still being used to check messages, the addition is fast becoming a popular tool for many users, Inverse notes. Apple CEO Tim Cook said as much in a recent earnings call, which could lead to the increase in focus for the Apple Watch 5.

“Just like when the ECG app launched in the United States there’s hardly a day that goes by that I don’t get a letter or an e-mail from a customer in one of these countries talking about how this feature had significantly changed their life,” Cook told investors and analysts. “We believe we’re really just beginning to tap into what we can do to help our users actively manage their health and well-being.”

With this being the case, the Apple Watch 5 could build on that momentum by turning the device into the ultimate sci-fi tool. It already has the small wrist screen part covered. Going forward, it could start featuring sensors that would tell users if there are any dangerous chemicals around them, for example. It could also become a Geiger counter or a customizable industry-grade multi-tool.

The Apple Watch 5 could also keep adding more health features where the sensor could detect blood sugar levels, toxins in the sweat, problems with the internal organs, and so much more. Naturally, this will require some fairly advanced and sophisticated technologies, but this is exactly Apple’s jam.