New Apple Watch software has arrived in the form of watchOS 26, bringing with it an updated design aesthetic called Liquid Glass, an AI-powered fitness coach called Workout Buddy, new gesture controls, live message translations, access to the Notes app (finally), and smarter notifications.
Updating to watchOS 26 is free for eligible Apple Watch owners, but how do you know if your device makes the cut? Apple tends to support products with software updates for roughly five years (sometimes more). Find the full list of watchOS 26 eligible Apple Watch models below.
