The final version of watchOS 11.1 update is now available to download for Apple Watch users around the world.
watchOS 11.1 Now Available for Download with Handful of Great Features and Changes for Apple Watch
Obviously, this update does not bring Apple Intelligence to Apple Watch, however, it does bring the following changes to every single compatible Apple Watch out there:
This update includes improvements and bug fixes, including a fix for an issue with writing breathing disturbances data to HealthKit for some users.
For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100
With the feature-set out of the way, you must be wondering how you can download watchOS 11.1 on your Apple Watch right this moment.
Those who have been using the Apple Watch for years are probably done installing the update, but if you are brand new to Apple Watch, this is what you have to do:
- Place your Apple Watch on its charger.
- Let the Apple Watch charge beyond 50% if the battery is low.
- Connect your iPhone to a Wi-Fi network.
- Launch the ‘Watch’ app on your iPhone.
- Go to General > Software Update.
- This page may take a while to refresh. Once it has, the watchOS 11.1 final update will show up. Tap on ‘Update Now.’
Even if you don’t care about the new things your Apple Watch does, it’s still important that you go ahead and install this update. Every new watchOS update ensures stability and improvements in the deepest corners of Apple Watch.
I will not recommend installing the update during your lunch break. Just have the update install itself overnight. That’s the best time to do it since you wake up with a fresh installation of watchOS, everything ready to go.
Over time, Apple will keep on adding new features to Apple Watch. For example, Sleep Apnea detection is now live on the latest Apple Watch models. That’s a massive breakthrough, especially if you love to keep track of your sleeping habits.
I don’t believe Apple Intelligence will come to Apple Watch in the truest sense. Apple Watch has been a companion to iPhone since the beginning and I’m sure Apple likes to keep it that way.
However, you will get the slightly improved Siri on your wrist which is a huge deal since the Siri of yesterday feels like a huge task to deal with. Hopefully, things will be way better moving forward.
