Apple has started rolling out watchOS 11.6 to the public with bug fixes and security improvements. This update comes more than two and a half months after the release of watchOS 11.5 which debuted with a new Pride watch face, along with bug fixes and security improvements. Apple keeps refining the software experience with every 11.x. update whilst also fixing security issues.
According to Apple, watchOS 11.5 “This update provides bug fixes and important security updates for your Apple Watch. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100“
Upcoming updates to watchOS 11 is now expected to only include refinements and security patches as Apple gears up for watchOS 26, which is expected to be released in September of this year. watchOS 11.6 includes fixes to 17 security flaws, according to Apple – which implies that this update is quite important.
This update is available on all devices that support watchOS 11 including:
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Series 9
- Apple Watch Series 10
- Apple Watch Ultra
- Apple Watch Ultra 2
Users can update their Apple Watch by going into the Watch App on their iPhone and navigating to My Watch>General>Software Update. The update requires your Apple Watch to be near your paired iPhone, connected to power, and have at least 50% Battery.
It is highly recommended to update your Apple Watch to the latest software for the best experience. Did you find any new features with this update? Let us know down in the comments or tweet to us on @appleosophy! Be sure to download the Appleosophy App from the App Store or visit our website to stay updated with the latest Apple news!
