Firmware Update: Apple WatchOS 8.6.0
Apple has released version 8.6 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 8.6, the following changes and improvements have also been made:
watchOS 8.6
watchOS 8.6 includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:
- Support for the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or later in Mexico
- Support for irregular heart rhythm notifications in Mexico
Information about the security aspects of Apple software updates can be found at this page†
Version number | 8.6.0 |
Release status | Final |
Operating systems | iOS |
Website | apple |
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License type | Freeware |