Apple Watch users, it’s time to update your device! The new watchOS 11 is here, offering exciting enhancements in fitness tracking, new live widgets, and smarter delivery of health stats through the Vitals app. No longer in beta, watchOS 11 is now available for all users and promises a seamless and beautiful user experience.
If you’re wondering if your Apple Watch is eligible for the watchOS 11 update, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a breakdown of which Apple Watch models support watchOS 11:
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Series 9
- Apple Watch Ultra
- Apple Watch Ultra 2
- Apple Watch SE (2022)
Additionally, the upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 will also run watchOS 11. To update to watchOS 11, your Apple Watch must be paired with an iPhone XS or newer running iOS 18.
Notably, Series 4, Series 5, and the first-gen Apple Watch SE are not compatible with watchOS 11 due to hardware limitations. However, the 2022 Watch SE is fully supported as it features advanced hardware capable of handling the latest features.
Features like Double Tap will be limited to newer models like Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra.
Excited about what watchOS 11 has to offer? Here’s a glimpse of the new features:
- Training Load functionality for rating workouts
- New Vitals app for tracking bodily stats
- Cycle-tracking features for pregnant individuals
- Dynamic widget stacks for customization
- Check-in functionality for informing loved ones
- Improved GPS tracking for logging activities
- API for developers to integrate Double Tap functionality
Stay updated with the latest watchOS 11 features and enhancements to make the most of your Apple Watch experience!
