Firmware Update: Apple WatchOS 8.5.0

Apple has released version 8.5 of the software that runs on the Apple Watch. Updating the Apple Watch must be done through the app on the iPhone; instructions for that are on this page to find. Version 8 of watchOS includes a new photo app, makes it possible to monitor breathing in the sleep tracking app and two new exercises have been added to the fitness app; Tai Chi and Pilates. In version 8.5, the following changes and improvements have also been made:

watchOS 8.5

watchOS 8.5 includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:

• Ability to authorize purchases and subscriptions on Apple TV
• Corona vaccination cards in Apple Wallet now support the European digital corona certificate
• Updates to irregular rhythm notifications to help better identify atrial fibrillation. Available in the United States, Chile, Hong Kong, South Africa, and other regions where the feature is available. Visit this page to determine your version.

Information about the security aspects of Apple software updates can be found at this page†