Install an Apple Watch update Automatically update your Apple Watch
The Apple Watch, just like any electronic device, benefits from free and regular updates. Normally you will be notified by notification of the arrival of a patch. However, nothing prevents you from manually checking the availability of an update and installing it..
Install an Apple Watch update
Have you probably asked yourself this question? Why update my Apple Watch? You should know that the fixes offered by Apple essentially allow you to fix bugs and protect yourself from possible threats (viruses, hackers).
Certain updates also offer the possibility of benefiting from new functionalities or improving existing options. In short you will have understood, the updates are of particular importance. If you want your watch to always be at the top of its performance, then it is in your best interest to update watchOS..
Your Apple Watch will notify you of an update via notification. However, you can force its download by using the update search tool built into the phone settings. Here's how.
- Start by checking that your iPhone has the latest version of iOS
- Connect your phone to your Wi-Fi network
- Place your Apple Watch on its charging stand. For safety, the battery must be charged at least 50%
- Make sure your iPhone and Apple Watch are close to each other
- On your smartphone, launch the Apple Watch app
- Click on the my watch tab
- Press on the general section then on update
- If a patch is available, you will see a small thumbnail topped with a number
- Then click on the download and install button
- You will then be asked to enter the secret code of your iPhone
- Do not forget to validate the conditions of use
- Then take your Apple Watch in your hands
- Enter the password
The update download will start automatically. It will then be transferred to your watch. A progress bar will indicate the percentage of download progress. Your Apple Watch will restart automatically after the update is complete. Please note, do not turn off your iPhone or watch during the update process, you may damage both of your devices..
Automatically update your Apple Watch
As explained earlier, updates to Apple Watch generally start automatically. You just have to make sure that the phone and the watch are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and sufficiently charged. Here are some tips for optimizing the battery life of the Apple Watch.
- Click on update notification
- Press the Update Tonight button
- Do the same on your iPhone screen
- Charge your two devices overnight
When you wake up two mornings, your Apple Watch will benefit from the latest optimizations. Important detail, watchOS 5 and the following versions can only be installed from an iPhone 5S (or newer versions) equipped with at least iOS 12.