Apple today released watchOS 11.5, the latest update to the current Apple Watch operating system. The release of watchOS 11.5 comes more than a month after the release of watchOS 11.4.
watchOS 11.5 is compatible with the Apple Watch Series 6 and later, all Apple Watch Ultra models, and the Apple Watch SE 2.
watchOS 11.5 can be downloaded for free through the dedicated Apple Watch app on the iPhone by going to “General” -> “Software Update.” The Apple Watch needs to have at least a 50% battery charge, needs to be on a charger, and needs to be in the range of the iPhone.
The update brings a new Pride Harmony watch face, while also fixing an issue that could prevent the iPhone from showing a notification when the Apple Watch battery is fully charged.
Apple’s release notes are as follows:
This update includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:
– A new Pride Harmony watch face
– Buy with Apple Watch is available when purchasing content within the Apple TV app on a 3rd party device
– Resolves an issue that may prevent your iPhone from showing a notification when the watch battery is fully charged
This may be one of the final major updates to watchOS 11, as Apple is beginning to concentrate on watchOS 12, which will be unveiled in June at WWDC 2024.
