watchOS updates
From Updates, in the HARD wiki · Updated
This article is about security updates for watchOS. For every product, see Updates.
The latest version of watchOS is 27.2, which Apple released on 26 Oct 2026. It fixes 62 security flaws.[1] It fixes 62 security flaws, and attackers study each release to work out what it fixed.
Since June 2026, Apple has put out 3 watchOS security releases.
Should you update your Apple Watch?
Yes, this week. watchOS 27.2 came out on 26 Oct 2026. None of its 62 fixes is known to be used in attacks yet. Its page lists what each fix covers.
Older devices
Apple keeps fixing older versions for devices that can’t run the newest one. The newest release on each:
| Version | Released | Fixes |
|---|---|---|
| watchOS 27.2 | 62 | |
| watchOS 26.6 | 106 |
How to update
- Update your iPhone first.The watch needs the matching iPhone update.
- Open the Watch app on your iPhone.General → Software Update. Keep the watch on its charger and near the phone.
- Turn on automatic updates.In the same place, under Automatic Updates.
To see which version you have: Watch app → General → About shows the watchOS version.
Every release
Every watchOS security release since June 2026, newest first.
| Release | Date | Fixes | Used in attacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| watchOS 27.2 | 62 | – | |
| watchOS 27 | 106 | – | |
| watchOS 26.6 | 106 | – |
References
- ^ Apple. “Apple security releases”, each release’s notes.