This guide will show you what you need to do to get your Apple Watch ready for watchOS 10. The Apple watchOS 10 software update will be released later today along with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17.
watchOS 10 is the latest version of Apple’s operating system for the Apple Watch, and it’s packed with new features and improvements. If you’re excited to try out watchOS 10, there are a few things you can do to get your Apple Watch ready for the update.
watchOS 10 is compatible with the following Apple Watch models:
- Apple Watch Ultra
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch Series 5
- Apple Watch Series 4
- Apple Watch SE
If you have an older Apple Watch model, you will not be able to update to watchOS 10.
Update your iPhone
To update your Apple Watch to watchOS 10, you’ll need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone.
To update your iPhone:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap General > Software Update.
- If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
Charge your Apple Watch
It’s important to have your Apple Watch charged before you start the update process. The update can take several minutes to complete, and you don’t want your Apple Watch to run out of battery during the update.
Make sure your Apple Watch is connected to Wi-Fi
Your Apple Watch needs to be connected to Wi-Fi in order to download and install watchOS 10.
Update your Apple Watch
Once you’ve made sure that your Apple Watch is compatible, backed up, updated, charged, and connected to Wi-Fi, you can start the update process.
To update your Apple Watch:
- Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
- Tap the My Watch tab.
- Tap General > Software Update.
- If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
Your Apple Watch will restart and begin the update process. Once the update is complete, your Apple Watch will restart again.
After you update to watchOS 10
Once you’ve updated to watchOS 10, there are a few things you can do to get the most out of the new features and improvements.
- Explore the new features. watchOS 10 includes a number of new features, such as a new Sleep Focus mode, new watch faces, and new health and fitness tracking features. Take some time to explore the new features and see what they can do for you.
- Update your apps. Many third-party apps for the Apple Watch have been updated to support watchOS 10. Be sure to update your apps to get the most out of the new features and improvements.
- Customize your watch experience. With watchOS 10, you have more control over your watch experience than ever before. You can customize your watch faces, widgets, and notifications. You can also create custom Focus modes to help you stay focused on what’s important.
- Troubleshooting
If you have any problems updating your Apple Watch to watchOS 10, there are a few things you can try.
- Make sure your Apple Watch is compatible. If you have an older Apple Watch model, you will not be able to update to watchOS 10.
- Make sure your iPhone is compatible. To update your Apple Watch to watchOS 10, you’ll need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone.
- Make sure your iPhone and Apple Watch are connected to Wi-Fi. Your iPhone and Apple Watch need to be connected to Wi-Fi in order to download and install watchOS 10.
- Restart your iPhone and Apple Watch. Sometimes a simple restart can fix update problems.
- Unpair and re-pair your Apple Watch. If you’re still having problems updating your Apple Watch, you can try unpairing and re-pairing it to your iPhone.
Here are some additional tips for getting your Apple Watch ready for watchOS 10:
Make sure you have enough storage space. watchOS 10 requires a certain amount of storage space to install. You can check your Apple Watch’s storage space by opening the Watch app on your iPhone and tapping the General tab. If you don’t have enough storage space, you can delete unused apps or data.
Be patient. The watchOS 10 update can take several minutes to complete. Don’t try to use your Apple Watch while it’s updating.
The Apple watchOS 10 software update will be released later today along with iOS 17, iPadOS 17 and tvOS 17, we hope that you find our guide on how to get your Apple Watch ready for watchOS 10 helpful, if you have any comments or questions, please let us know in the comments section below. You can find out more information on watchOS 10 over at Apple’s website.
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