New versions of watchOS, Apple's operating system for its Apple Watches, have already supported all of the company's older smartwatches, but it's been confirmed that watchOS 7, the latest version, won't work with some of the old devices. This news comes from Apple's newsroom, where the watchOS 7 release announcement includes the appendix, in small print at the bottom 'watchOS 7 will be available this fall as a free software update for Apple Watch Series 3, Apple Watch Series 4 or Apple Watch Series 5 paired with iPhone 6s or later with iOS 14 or later. Notice the omission there? Yes, watchOS 7 won't work on the original Apple Watch or its successor, the Apple Watch 2. Owners of these connected watches may be disappointed.
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It's an intriguing shift in Apple's strategy for watchOS, but it must have been going on for a while: The original two Apple Watch series aren't getting any younger, and their hardware likely just isn't. on par for the latest software. People who still own these two Apple Watches may be disappointed, as they'll be missing out on simplified complications and improved Apple Maps, but watchOS 6 still works on devices, which brings its own collection of features. If you have one of these two original Apple Watches, you might like it and think that it will fit you very well despite the features that it will lack. However, if you think it's time to upgrade, we've listed some new device prices in your area below. Alternatively, you can look forward to the Apple Watch 6 which will have even more features and benefits. The best Apple Watch Series 3, Apple Watch 4 and Apple Watch 5 deals today Apple Watch Series 3 GPS, ... Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) ... Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS, ...