With so many new launches and updates for Apple products, Apple Watch is getting a new look as well. Apple Watches will be upgraded with the WatchOS 9. Let me tell you the devices that pass watchOS 9 compatibility checklist. WatchOS 9 will work best with iPhones that have iOS 16 or later. Apple has released the list of all iPhones that are compatible with iOS 16.
Apple Watch Series 8 has some of the best-in-class features. It has a blood oxygen monitor, body temperature sensor, and much more. Apple Watch Ultra has an underwater depth sensor and an emergency siren. Apple Watch Ultra is aimed at athletes and adventurists folks. A more affordable Apple Watch SE was also launched at the Apple Event that took place on 7th September.
So, which Apple Watches can be updated for the WatchOS 9? Here is a list of all Apple Watches as given by Apple for WatchOS 9 compatibility.
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WatchOS 9 Compatibility for Apple Watches
WatchOS 9 now offers all supported Apple Watches to personalize watch faces. Here is a list of all Apple Watches that are compatible with the WatchOS 9 update.
- Apple Watch Series 4
- Apple Watch Series 5
- Apple Watch SE
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch Ultra
Which iPhones are Compatible with WatchOS 9?
You will need to check your iPhone’s compatibility with the new WatchOS 9. Your iPhone will need to run on iOS 16. Apple will only be supporting selected devices for the iOS 16 update. iPhone 8 and later will receive the iOS 16 update. Whereas iPhone 7 and the ones prior to that will not receive the iOS 16 update. This means that if you use iPhone 7 or the one before, WatchOS 9 will not be compatible with it.
Not all iPhone SE models will receive the iOS 16 update. iPhone SE 2nd Generation or later. This will make any iPhone SE that does not run on iOS 16 incompatible with watchOS 9. Ensure your iPhone is compatible with iOS 16 for the smooth functioning of WatchOS on the Apple Watch.
Wrapping Up
So, now you know which Apple Watches are approved for WatchOS 9 compatibility. You can check if your Apple Watch will support the new update. We will be back with more updates in technology. Till then, keep scrolling through Path Of EX!
