Granola launched a new version of its note-taking app designed specifically for the Apple Watch on July 28, 2026 [1, 2, 3]. The app lets users start and stop recording meeting notes with a tap on the wrist, aimed at providing a more natural and less distracting experience during in-person meetings [1, 2, 3].
The Apple Watch app syncs notes automatically across iPhone, Mac, and Windows devices, ensuring users can access their meeting records seamlessly on multiple platforms [1, 3]. It also supports setting the app as a watch face complication for quick access and offers meeting reminders [1, 2, 3].
Granola conducted internal testing and found that users shifted a significant portion of mobile note-taking from their iPhones to the Apple Watch, showing strong adoption of the wearable interface [1, 2, 3]. Instead of developing or integrating with separate hardware devices, Granola chose to build directly on the Apple Watch platform to leverage its distinct capabilities [1, 2, 3].
Chris Pedregal, Granola’s co-founder, said the app is meant to "capture in-person meetings without having to take your phone out of your pocket" [2]. He added the Apple Watch version aims to help users conveniently capture face-to-face discussions without the interruptions caused by pulling out a phone [3].
Earlier in 2026, Granola became a unicorn after raising $125 million in a Series C funding round led by Index Ventures [2, 3]. To mark the Apple Watch app launch, Granola collaborated with London-based weaver Nowshin Prenon to create a limited-edition silk-and-cotton Apple Watch strap [1].
The app requires watchOS 11 or later to function [1].
