Apple has seeded the first release candidate of watchOS 9.2 to developers for testing. The build number is 20S361.
watchOS 9.2 includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:
• Outdoor Run workout now automatically detects when you arrive at a running track and provides track specific metrics • Race Route lets you compete against your previous performance in Outdoor Run, Outdoor Cycle, and Outdoor Wheelchair Workouts • New custom Kickboxing algorithm in the Workout app for more accurate metrics • Noise app displays when environmental sound levels are reduced while wearing AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods Max with active noise cancellation • Apple Card users with a Savings account can now check their balance in Wallet • Family Setup users can be invited to the Home app to control HomePod speakers and smart home accessories, and unlock doors with home keys in Wallet • Accessibility support to visualize when Siren is in use on Apple Watch Ultra • Improved response time and accuracy of hand gesture controls for AssistiveTouch and Quick Actions • Crash Detection optimizations on Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch Series 8, and Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) • Fix for bug that causes display of incorrect watch time immediately after dismissing an alarm in Sleep Focus • Fix for bug causing interruptions to mindfulness sessions