watchOS 11.6.2 is now available for download.
Those who haven’t upgraded to watchOS 26 can now install watchOS 11, which fixes an issue that prevented emergency calls in Australia.
Following the debut of iOS 26.3 release candidate and minor updates for older operating systems, a new watchOS update has been made available for select Apple Watch models.
watchOS 11.6.2 fixes a cellular network issue that occurs “when establishing a connection to emergency services in Australia,” according to Apple.
Thursday’s watchOS 11 update is only for Apple Watch users who haven’t upgraded to watchOS 26 or can’t update to the new operating system, meaning the software isn’t needed for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 or Apple Watch Series 11.
Instead, like MacRumors points out that the new watchOS 11.6.2 update is for Apple Watch Series 6 through Apple Watch Series 10, as well as Apple Watch SE 2, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and the original Apple Watch Ultra.
AppleInsider recommends installing the update, especially if you’re using an Apple Watch in Australia and haven’t yet updated to watchOS 26.
How to update to watchOS 11.6.2
- Make sure your Apple Watch is at least 50% charged and connected to Wi-Fi
- Open on Apple Watch Settings app
- Tap General
- Tap Software update
- If a software update is available, tap Install
- Follow the instructions on the screen
How to update to watchOS 11.6.2 via iPhone
- Make sure the watch is 50% charged and connected to Wi-Fi
- Open the file on your iPhone Apple Watch app
- Tap General
- Tap Software update
- Download the update if available
- Follow the instructions on the screen