Good news for Apple Watch owners! A recent leak has revealed which models will be able to run the upcoming watchOS 26 update. According to the leak reported by MacRumors, the following Apple Watch models will be supported for watchOS 26:
– Apple Watch Series 6
– Apple Watch Series 7
– Apple Watch Series 8
– Apple Watch SE (2nd gen)
– Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen)
– Apple Watch Series 9
– Apple Watch Ultra (2nd gen)
– Apple Watch Series 10
– Apple Watch Series 11 (expected)
– Apple Watch SE (3rd gen, possible)
– Apple Watch Ultra (3rd gen, possible)
If you own a Series 6 or later Apple Watch, you can breathe a sigh of relief as it seems you’ll be able to enjoy the new features and redesigned interface of watchOS 26. This update is expected to be announced during Apple’s WWDC keynote presentation on June 9.
It’s worth noting that Apple has historically not dropped devices from its supported list two years in a row. Therefore, the leak suggesting that the Series 6 and later models will be compatible with watchOS 26 aligns with past trends.
While the leak seems credible, it’s always best to wait for the official announcement during the WWDC keynote to confirm the list of supported devices. Macworld will be covering all the updates as they happen, so stay tuned for more information.
For Apple Watch enthusiasts, this news provides clarity on which models will continue to receive software updates and support, ensuring a seamless user experience for years to come.
References:
– Macworld. (n.d.). Leak reveals which Apple Watches will run watchOS 26. Retrieved from https://www.macworld.com/article/2806705/leak-reveals-which-apple-watches-will-run-watchos-26.html
– The Verge. (n.d.). How to choose which Apple Watch to buy. Retrieved from https://www.theverge.com/23037217/best-apple-watch-series-se-ultra
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