Apple starts rolling out watchOS 11 update: How to download, features and more

TOI Tech Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 17, 2024, 08:30 IST

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Apple has released watchOS 11, featuring enhanced health and fitness insights such as sleep apnea detection and a new Vitals app. The update supports Apple Watch models from Series 6 onwards and requires an iPhone Xs or later with iOS 18. Users can install it via the Watch app on their connected iPhones.

Apple starts rolling out watchOS 11 update: How to download, features and more

Apple has started rolling out the latest version of its watchOS operating system — watchOS 11. The company claims that the latest version of the wearable operating system offers “powerful health and fitness insights, along with even more personalisation and intelligence.”
Apple Watch now offers a feature to help identify signs of sleep apnea, and the new Vitals app allows users to quickly check in on key health metrics at a glance and gain better context on their health.2 The ability to measure training load helps users make more informed decisions when working out for improved fitness and performance, and Activity rings are even more customisable.Apple Watch and the Health app on iPhone and iPad also provide additional support for users who are pregnant.
Apple Watch models compatible with WatchOS 11
Apple has also shared a complete list of Apple Watch models that are compatible with WatchOS 11. The company announced that watchOS 11 requires iPhone Xs or later with iOS 18. Here’s the complete list of Apple Watch models that are compatible with the latest watchOS 11:

* Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
* Apple Watch Series 6
* Apple Watch Series 7
* Apple Watch Series 8
* Apple Watch Series 9
* Apple Watch Ultra
* Apple Watch Ultra 2
How to download and install the update
Follow the below mentioned steps to download and install watchOS 11 update:

Make Sure Your iPhone is Compatible: Ensure your iPhone is running iOS 15 or later.
Charge Your Apple Watch: Your Apple Watch should have at least 50% battery before updating.
Connect Your Apple Watch: Make sure your Apple Watch is connected to your iPhone via Wi-Fi or cellular.
Open the Watch App: On your iPhone, open the Watch app.
Go to General: Tap on "General."
Select Software Update: Choose "Software Update."
Download and Install: If watchOS 11 is available, tap on "Download and Install."

watchOS 11 features

Smart Stack: The popular Smart Stack widget collection has been enhanced to suggest relevant widgets based on time, location, and user activity, making it easier to access frequently used functions. Integration with Live Activities offers real-time updates from apps, further boosting its functionality.
Sleep apnea: Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Series 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 2 now offer a feature to help identify signs of sleep apnea. To detect signs of sleep apnea, Apple Watch uses the accelerometer to monitor small movements at the wrist during sleep that are associated with interruptions in normal respiratory patterns, tracked by a new Apple Watch metric called Breathing Disturbances. Users can view their nightly Breathing Disturbances in the Health app, where they are classified as elevated or not elevated, and can be viewed over a one-month, six-month, or one-year period.
Rest Days and Customisable Goals: Acknowledging the importance of recovery, watchOS 11 introduces the option to schedule rest days in the Activity app. Users can now also customise their daily Activity goals to align with their fitness levels and personal aspirations.
Training Load for Advanced Athletes: Fitness enthusiasts can take advantage of the new Training Load feature, which tracks and analyses workout intensity and duration over time. This helps users optimise their training routines while avoiding overtraining.
Apple Watch Introduces Translate: The Translate app, a long-standing feature on iPhones, has now made its way to the Apple Watch, offering convenient, on-the-go translations during conversations or while traveling.

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