Apple unveiled the new watchOS 11 for its smartwatches at the annual WWDC24 event held earlier this week. While Apple Intelligence may have grabbed the headlines, the watchOS 11 is an important update that introduces a bunch of exciting features on the Apple Watch. If you’re using an older Apple Watch model and wondering whether it will receive the watchOS 11 update, check out this list of devices confirmed to get the update.
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What’s new on watchOS 11?
Apple will be rolling out a bunch of exciting features on the watchOS 11. To begin with, the new Vitals app will let users quickly view their key health metrics like heart rate, respiratory rate, blood oxygen, wrist temperature, and sleep data. Pregnant users can now track their physical and emotional health on the Apple Watch. Using the Health app, users can log their symptoms and gestational age. Apple also provides monthly mental health exams to pregnant users.
Training Load is a new feature that lets users track the impact of their intense workouts on their bodies. This app tracks the strain the user has felt while carrying out a specific training regimen. By comparing their strain metrics, users can gauge whether the routine is working for them. watchOS 11 also lets users customise their Activity rings, introducing the option to pause them for different lengths of time. This action does not interfere with the award streaks. Users can also add new metrics to the Summary tab to suit their fitness goals.
These Apple Watch models will receive the watchOS 11 upgrade
- Apple Watch Series 9
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch Ultra (2nd Gen)
- Apple Watch Ultra (1st Gen)
- Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will watchOS 11 be released?
Apple will release the watchOS 11 alongside the iPhone 16 Series this fall.
Which Apple Watch models will get the watchOS 11 update?
All Apple Watch Series 6 and above along with the Watch Ultra (1st and 2nd Gen) and Watch SE (2nd Gen) will receive the watchOS 11 update.
What’s new on the watchOS 11?
The watchOS 11 brings new features like the Vitals app, pregnancy support, Training Load, Customisable Activity Rings, and more.
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Conclusion
These Apple Watch models are set to receive the new watchOS 11 upgrade this fall. The 1st Gen Watch SE along with Series 5 and below will no longer be supported by Apple. Check out this article to know more about the upcoming watchOS 11.
