To update your Apple Watch to the latest system, follow these steps based on whether you want to update via your iPhone or directly on the watch itself.
Updating Using Your iPhone
1. Check Compatibility: Ensure your Apple Watch is compatible with the latest watchOS version. For instance, watchOS 10 requires at least an Apple Watch Series 4 or later, and an iPhone XS or later running iOS 17[1].
2. Prepare for Update:
- Make sure your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS.
- Ensure your Apple Watch is charged to at least 50%.
- Connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi and keep it near your Apple Watch during the update[1][2].
3. Open the Apple Watch App:
- Launch the Apple Watch app on your iPhone.
- Tap on the My Watch tab.
- Navigate to General > Software Update.
4. Download and Install:
- If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
- You may be prompted to enter your iPhone passcode or Apple Watch passcode.
- Wait for the progress wheel to appear on your Apple Watch; do not restart either device during this time[1][2].
5. Completion: Once the update is complete, your Apple Watch will restart automatically.
Updating Directly on Your Apple Watch
1. Check Compatibility: Confirm that your Apple Watch supports the latest watchOS version.
2. Prepare for Update:
- Ensure your watch is connected to Wi-Fi.
- Charge your watch to at least 50% and keep it on the charger throughout the update[1][3].
3. Access Settings:
- On your Apple Watch, open the Settings app.
- Tap General > Software Update.
4. Install Update:
- If an update is available, tap Install (or Download and Install if it needs downloading).
- Follow the onscreen instructions[1][2].
5. Completion: Your watch will restart automatically once the installation is finished.
Troubleshooting Tips
- If you encounter issues during the update, ensure both devices are close together, check for sufficient storage on your Apple Watch, and consider restarting both devices before trying again[5][6].Citations:
[1] https://support.apple.com/en-in/108926
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXGflbqecs8
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTHcPoNcd2E
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cR7j8_Fov_Q
[5] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255073620
[6] https://support.apple.com/en-ng/guide/watch/apd105341ac3/watchos
[7] https://www.verizon.com/support/knowledge-base-184175/
[8] https://www.macworld.com/article/672771/how-install-update-watchos-apple-watch.html