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Apple Watch - watchOS Software Updates

Verizon is pleased to announce a software update for your Apple Watch. This software update has been tested to optimize device performance, resolve known issues and apply the latest security patches.

You can update over Wi-Fi, using the Watch app on your iPhone®.

Before starting your software update, make sure:

  • Your battery is fully charged.
  • You have a strong Wi-Fi signal.

watchOS 10.0.2

Release date: 09/26/2023

What's changing:

watchOS 10.0.2 is now available from Apple. watchOS 10.0.2 includes performance improvements and important security updates, recommended for all users.

Learn about all the benefits of watchOS 10.0.2 on Apple's website.

Click your device name below for additional Support information.

Impacted devices:

watchOS 8.8.1

Release date: 06/26/2023

What's changing:

watchOS 8.8.1 is now available from Apple. watchOS 8.8.1 includes important security updates, recommended for all users.

Learn about all the benefits of watchOS 8.8.1 on Apple's website.

Click your device name below for additional Support information.

Impacted devices:

Related Topics

Apple Watch - View Software Version

Apple Watch - Install Device Software Updates

Apple, iPhone, Apple Watch and watchOS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

*Note: If your Apple Watch is paired with an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, you should instead use watchOS 5.3.5, which you can learn about on Apple's website.
Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) requires an iPhone 5s or later with iOS 12 or later. Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular) requires an iPhone 6 or later with iOS 12 or later.
Apple Watch Series 3 requires an iPhone 6 or later with iOS 11.