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Apple Watch captures 90% of Edge AI smartwatch market in Q1 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Apple's Watch dominated the emerging market for smartwatches capable of Edge AI processing. According to reports from Counterpoint Research, Apple's devices accounted for approximately 90% of all such shipments globally. This surge in Edge AI smartwatch shipments represents a 70% year-over-year increase. AI

IMPACT Highlights Apple's early lead in integrating on-device AI capabilities into consumer wearables.

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Apple Watch captures 90% of Edge AI smartwatch market in Q1 2026

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    Report: Apple Watch accounted for nearly all Edge AI smartwatch shipments in Q1 2026 According to a new Counterpoint Research report, global shipments of Edge A

    Report: Apple Watch accounted for nearly all Edge AI smartwatch shipments in Q1 2026 According to a new Counterpoint Research report, global shipments of Edge AI-capable smartwatches grew 70% year over year in Q1 2026, with Apple accounting for roughly 90% of the total. Here are …

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    Apple Watch Accounts for 90% of AI Smartwatch Shipments Apple accounted for roughly 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in the first quarter of 2026

    Apple Watch Accounts for 90% of AI Smartwatch Shipments Apple accounted for roughly 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in the first quarter of 2026, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. That dominance came as Edge AI penetration across the broader s… htt…