New rumors suggest that Apple's upcoming Apple Watch "Pro" won't be compatible with existing Apple Watch bands, meaning customers opting for the new high-end Apple Watch will also need to buy new bands instead of using the ones they may already have. Owned strap.

New rumors suggest that Apple 's upcoming Apple Watch "Pro" will not be compatible with existing Apple Watch bands, meaning customers opting for the new high-end Apple Watch will also need to purchase new bands instead of using They may already have with .

Apple is widely expected to announce a new high-end Apple Watch "Pro" at its upcoming "Far Out" event on Wednesday, September 7. The new watch is rumored to have a sturdier design, possibly with a flat display, and a redesigned case with a larger display, measuring somewhere between 47mm and 48mm.

According to a post on Weibo by the account "UnclePan" (who has shared accurate information in the past), the Apple Watch "Pro" will not be compatible with older Apple Watch bands due to its more boxy design. While Apple has slowly increased the size of the Apple Watch over the years, it has maintained compatibility with older Apple Watch bands.

backward compatibility enables customers to upgrade their Apple Watch and continue to use their existing bands without being forced to purchase new bands.

The new Apple Watch "Pro" is expected to be aimed at athletes and customers who want a more rugged Apple Watch. Given this, Apple may choose to offer a new line of Apple Watch bands expressly designed for professional athletes.

The new Apple Watch "Pro" is just one addition to the Apple Watch lineup expected in a little over a week. Apple is also expected to announce the Apple Watch SEries 8 and newer second-generation Apple Watch SE. The 8 Series is expected to keep the same design as the 7 Series, but may have improved battery life and a new body temperature sensor. Learn more about the upcoming Apple Watch range with our guide.