Young has hinted that the Series 8 will have a bigger display than the recently unveiled Series 7. Apple this year increased the sizes of the two models from 40mm and 44mm to 41mm and 45mm, respectively.
Don’t be surprised if there are 3 sizes next year…
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) October 12, 2021
Still, it’s best to take the rumor with a pinch of salt, given that the Watch 7 is the first model in three years to get a larger display.
The rumored flat edge design was for the Apple Watch Series 8 apparently
The company may release three smartwatches next year: the flagship Apple Watch Series 8, a successor to the Apple Watch SE, and a rugged watch targeted at athletic users.