Apple Releases watchOS 26.0.2 for Apple Watch [Download]
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Posted September 29, 2025 at 5:51pm by iClarified
Apple has released watchOS 26.0.2 to the public. The update arrives just under two weeks after the major release of watchOS 26 and follows last week's bug fix update for iPhone and iPad. The build number for this update is 23R362.
The update provides bug fixes and important security updates for the Apple Watch. While Apple hasn't detailed the specific fixes, they likely address issues that have surfaced since the new software and hardware launched. The update is recommended for all users.
You can find information on the security content of Apple's software updates at https://support.apple.com/100100. While today's update is for the public, Apple has already seeded the first beta of watchOS 26.1 to developers for testing.
To install the update, launch the Watch app on your iPhone and navigate to General > Software Update. Your Apple Watch must be on its charger and have at least 50% battery to begin the installation.
My iWatch 6 took a big hit battery wise after updating to os26, going into the red (under 20%) within 6 hours when i used to get a full day out if a charge.