<div id="readability-page-1"><div id="ctl00_CPI_dvBody"><div><div><p>Add <img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cdn.rttnews.com/images/v4/RTTNews-Logo-224x61.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cdn.rttnews.com/images/v4/RTTNews-Logo-224x61.png"/> as your preferred news source on Google</p><div><p><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cdn.rttnews.com/images/v4/google.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cdn.rttnews.com/images/v4/google.png"/> Add Now</p></div></div></div><p> Apple Inc. (AAPL) has announced that several older Apple Watch models won't be getting the watchOS 27 update, marking a significant cut in device support for the company.</p><p>The devices that will miss out include the Apple Watch Series 6, Series 7, Series 8, the second-generation Apple Watch SE, and the original Apple Watch Ultra. However, they'll still receive security updates and will work with iPhones running the latest iOS.</p><p>In a conversation with TechRadar, Cait Dooley, the marketing manager for Apple Watch and Health, explained that the choice was based on performance needs. </p><p>She mentioned that some of the new features in watchOS 27, like Siri AI enhancements and a new tap gesture, require the stronger processing capabilities found in newer models, such as the Series 9 and later, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and beyond, along with the third-generation Apple Watch SE.</p><p>David Clark, Apple's senior director for watchOS software engineering, pointed out that one of the main goals of watchOS 27 is to enhance the Apple Watch's role as a better companion to Apple Intelligence, aiming for a more powerful and consistent Siri experience across all Apple devices.</p><p>The models that will support watchOS 27 include the Apple Watch SE (3rd generation), Apple Watch Series 9, 10, and 11, along with Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Ultra 3.</p><p>Currently, watchOS 27 is available as a developer beta with a public beta set to roll out in July, leading up to a general release this fall. This update brings new features like Siri AI, a fresh app grid design, improvements to Workout Buddy, and other enhancements centered around intelligence and usability. </p><p>For comments and feedback contact: editorial@rttnews.com</p><p>Business News</p></div></div>

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<p>Apple announced that older Apple Watch models, including Series 6-8, SE (2nd gen), and original Ultra, will not receive the watchOS 27 update due to hardware limitations for new AI features. These devices will still get security updates. Supported models include SE (3rd gen) through Series 11 and Ultra 2/3. The update, featuring Siri AI enhancements, is currently in beta with a general release expected this fall.</p>

- Apple Inc. has announced that several older Apple Watch models, including Series 6, 7, 8, and some SE models, will not receive the watchOS 27 update.  
- The decision, based on performance needs, allows the newer Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and beyond to utilize enhanced features like Siri AI improvements.  
- Although the excluded models will continue receiving security updates, watchOS 27 is currently in beta and will be generally available this fall.

Apple Ends WatchOS Support For Several Older Apple Watch Models