watchOS 10 It’s full of news and improvements to the Apple Watch user experience, which is why many users are considering downloading the beta version and enjoying all the news early.
Which models are compatible?
If you’re considering installing watchOS 10 on your Apple Watch, you should first check that your model is compatible and can install the beta. Here are the Apple Watch models that can be updated to watchOS 10:
- Apple Watch Series 4
- Apple Watch Series 5
- Apple Watch Series 6
- Apple Watch Series 7
- Apple Watch Series 8
- Apple Watch SE
- Apple Watch Ultra
Additionally, you’ll need to have an iPhone that also has the iOS 17 beta installed. If you don’t know how to install iOS betas on your iPhone, here’s an article that explains how.
How to install watchOS 10 on Apple Watch?
Make sure your Apple Watch is compatible with the latest watchOS 10 update and your iPhone is updated to iOS 17. The beta is now ready to be installed on the Apple Watch.
- open the application watch on your iPhone.
- select option General Information – Software Updates.
- If you followed the steps to install iOS 17 on your iPhone correctly, you should now see the following options: beta update and options watchOS 10 beta.
- Click Download and wait for your Apple Watch to update.
Also make sure your Apple Watch is at least 50% charged and connected to a Wi-Fi network, and I might add that it’s even better if you charge it while updating. Don’t be disappointed if you see how long it takes, the process may take a few minutes.
Benefits of Installing the Beta
The ability to install beta versions allows users to Test and experiment with the latest software features and functions before releasing them to the public. So if you install watchOS 10 beta on your Apple Watch, you will be able to explore and enjoy all its features first.
Additionally, by participating in the Beta Program, you can provide Apple with feedback on issues, bugs, and suggestions for improvement. This helps companies and developers find and fix issues, and contributes to a more stable final release.
some inconvenience
However, there are of course some downsides to be aware of. For example, once you update your Apple Watch to watchOS 10, you cannot go back to the previous version, watchOS 9. Beta releases tend to cause some issues with devices and performance. The device may be dropped, interfering with the everyday tasks you are used to performing with it. Even so, it must be said that the beta versions provided by Apple are getting more and more stable, and in the case of watchOS 10, users who have installed and tested it on their watches have reported very few issues.