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Apple watchOS
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Operating SystemsLatest Version: 26.6Latest Release: Jul 27, 2026
watchOS is Apple's operating system for Apple Watch, focused on health and fitness tracking.
Support summary
Apple watchOS currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
1
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Versions
10
Latest Version
26.6
Active Support
1
EOL
9
Lifecycle Timeline
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Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Sep 15, 2025 | Yes | No | 26.6 | No | Active |
| 11 | Sep 16, 2024 | No | Sep 15, 2025 | 11.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 10 | Sep 18, 2023 | No | Sep 16, 2024 | 10.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 9 | Sep 12, 2022 | No | Sep 18, 2023 | 9.6.4 | No | EOL |
| 8 | Sep 20, 2021 | No | Sep 12, 2022 | 8.8.2 | No | EOL |
| 7 | Sep 16, 2020 | No | Sep 20, 2021 | 7.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Sep 19, 2019 | No | Sep 16, 2020 | 6.3.1 | No | EOL |
| 5 | Sep 17, 2018 | No | Sep 19, 2019 | 5.3.10 | No | EOL |
| 4 | Sep 19, 2017 | No | Sep 17, 2018 | 4.3.2 | No | EOL |
| 3 | Sep 13, 2016 | No | Sep 19, 2017 | 3.2.3 | No | EOL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Apple watchOS have reached end of life?
The following Apple watchOS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 (and 1 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Apple watchOS 11?
Apple watchOS 11 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Apple watchOS?
The latest version of Apple watchOS is 26.6, released in the 26 release cycle.
How many versions of Apple watchOS are currently supported?
Apple watchOS currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 26.
When does Apple watchOS 26 reach end of life?
Apple watchOS 26 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Apple watchOS reaches end of life?
When a Apple watchOS version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.