Earlier today, Apple released the public beta for watchOS 7. The beta is available to anyone with a compatible Apple Watch to install and try without requiring a developer account with Apple. So, if you’re unable to wait for the stable release later this year, here is how to install watchOS 7 Public Beta on your Apple Watch right now.
The following Apple Watch models are compatible with watchOS 7
Do note that all features may not be available on all models of the Apple Watch.
Note: Even though public betas are usually more stable than developer betas, it’s not recommended to install them on your daily driver devices. If you still choose to do so, make sure you create a backup of your Apple Watch before attempting to install beta software. We are showing you the process using an Apple Watch Series 5.
- Head over to the Apple beta website from the iPhone your watch is paired with, and sign in with your Apple ID.
- Tap on ‘watchOS‘. Scroll down, and tap on ‘enroll your Apple Watch‘.
Soon after your Apple Watch restarts, you will receive a notification to download and install the public beta. If you don’t, you can check it manually as well. Just head to the Watch app, and go to ‘General -> Software Update‘.
watchOS 7 brings a number of useful new features to the Apple Watch including private MAC addresses, sleep detection, handwash detection, customisable control center and more. To learn more you should check out our article on hidden watchOS 7 features as well.
