With the watchOS 26 release, Apple Watch adds Liquid Glass visuals, a Notes app, and wrist flick gestures, while newer models gain exclusive Apple Intelligence features like Live Translation and contextual replies.
watchOS 26 is here
watchOS 26 is here
The update is part of Apple’s September 9, 2025 product event. During this event, the company also unveiled the iPhone 17 lineup.
The software is available as a free update for supported Apple Watch models. It reflects Apple’s effort to unify design across devices and integrate new features with its Apple Intelligence system.