Eligible Apple Watch users can now upgrade to the public beta version of WatchOS 26, which introduces several notable features designed to enhance the user experience.

The current-gen Apple Watch SE sports an S8 processor, Crash Detection capability, and watchOS 11. In our Apple Watch SE review, we called it the best Apple Watch value you'll find. Note: It sold for $149 last Black Friday, but $169. remains the lowest price I've seen for 2025.

Apple appears to be working on a new feature for the Apple Watch that could help you better understand your nightly sleep and predict how

The Apple Watch could soon have a new sleep tracking-related feature that Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch already have with Wear OS.

It’s not just your iPhone that just got access to one of the biggest free updates in years. Apple has finally released downloadable versions of the latest new software for the Mac, iPad and Apple Watch to join iOS 26, a new-look overhaul of the iPhone’s software that replaces iOS 18.

Apple Watch users can now try the watchOS 26 public beta, featuring smarter workouts with Workout Buddy, Notes app, a new gesture, and more.

The Apple Watch can not only help you find a lost or stolen iPhone, but also track the missing device if it's hidden nearby.

Nightstand Mode (Bedside Mode in some earlier models) turns your Apple Watch into a bedside clock. Your Watch goes into Nightstand mode once it's connected to a charger—solely highlighting the time, date, and any alarms you have set. It then goes to sleep waiting for you to tap it whenever you need to see what time it is.

If you're without your Apple charger, don't worry, powering your Apple Watch can still be easy, but there are some things to keep in mind.

Once you've upgraded to the iOS 26 beta on your iPhone, open the Watch app, scroll down, and tap General, followed by Software Updates. Next, select Beta Updates. On the next screen, tap to the right of "watchOS 26 public beta update." This should place a yellow checkmark next to it.

When Apple released the Apple Watch 10, it was a mild disappointment for many, since it was essentially the same design as earlier versions but with upgraded internals. This was despite rumors that some redesigns were coming. Additionally, the Apple Watch 10 launched alone, with the SE and Apple Watch Ultra not receiving upgrades.