In watchOS 27, Apple is giving its beloved Modular watch face a major overhaul. The update brings 13 freshly minted color options and expanded complications designed to deliver richer health data directly from the watch face.
Modular Face Gets a Palette Refresh
The standard Modular face has always stood out for its flexibility, letting users customize corners, complications, and programmable zones. With the new update, users will discover 13 new hues to apply to their Modular face. These include shades like Olive, Burgundy, Sand, Magenta, Pale Succulent, Wildflower Blue, Navy Blue, Light Umber, Chambray Blue, Limestone, Camel, Sage, and Mulberry. When editing the watch face under the Color section, these tones are now available—and Apple has added a “+” option at the end of the color list so users can access older color choices they might’ve lost track of.
Health Complications for Ultra 4 and Series 12
The update doesn’t stop at aesthetics. For owners of the newer Ultra 4 and Series 12 models, watchOS 27 introduces fresh complication options to the Modular face. These allow real-time display of metrics like Daily Steps, Heart Rate, and Readiness in multiple sizes. That means you can track your health status at a glance without launching individual apps.
This builds on what makes the Modular face so popular: its ability to combine visual style with data-packed utility. The new colors open up fresh personalization, while the health complications deepen the face’s usefulness—especially for users of the latest Watch hardware.
What this means: Apple is doubling down on personalization and health awareness in watchOS 27. For users with older Watch models, the color additions alone are likely to feel like a solid upgrade. Meanwhile, those with Ultra 4 or Series 12 watches get tangible gains in monitoring their wellbeing throughout the day.
