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watchOS
Active
Operating Systems Latest Version: 26.3 Latest Release: Feb 11, 2026
watchOS is Apple's operating system for Apple Watch, focused on health and fitness tracking.
Versions
10
Latest Version
26.3
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 | - | No | 26.3 | No | Active |
| 11 | Sep 16, 2024 | - | Sep 15, 2025 | 11.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 10 | Sep 18, 2023 | - | Sep 16, 2024 | 10.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 9 | Sep 12, 2022 | - | Sep 18, 2023 | 9.6.4 | No | EOL |
| 8 | Sep 20, 2021 | - | Sep 12, 2022 | 8.8.1 | No | EOL |
| 7 | Sep 16, 2020 | - | Sep 20, 2021 | 7.6.2 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Sep 19, 2019 | - | Sep 16, 2020 | 6.3.1 | No | EOL |
| 5 | Sep 17, 2018 | - | Sep 19, 2019 | 5.3.9 | No | EOL |
| 4 | Sep 19, 2017 | - | Sep 17, 2018 | 4.3.2 | No | EOL |
| 3 | Sep 13, 2016 | - | Sep 19, 2017 | 3.2.3 | No | EOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of watchOS have reached end of life?
The following 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 watchOS 11?
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 watchOS?
The latest version of watchOS is 26.3, released in the 26 release cycle.
How many versions of watchOS are currently supported?
watchOS currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 26.
When does watchOS 26 reach end of life?
watchOS 26 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when watchOS reaches end of life?
When a 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.