Pope Leo XIV Wears Apple Watch During Mass — Internet Reacts
A Modern Twist at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV may be new to his role as head of the Catholic Church, but he’s already making headlines — and not for the usual reasons. Over the weekend, sharp-eyed viewers watching the Holy Mass spotted a surprising detail: the 69-year-old Pontiff wore an Apple Watch beneath his traditional papal robes.
The Image That Sparked a Buzz
A photo shared online showed the Pope seated after receiving the Ring of the Fisherman and the pallium. Social media exploded. Users couldn’t get enough of the contrast between ancient ceremony and cutting-edge tech.
“The Pope wearing an Apple Watch gets me every time,” one X user posted.
“That’s such a surreal image,” added another.
Some called it hilarious. Others were simply fascinated by the blend of old and new
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