<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>watchOS 26 introduces a new battery drain alert notification on Apple Watch that warns users if battery drain is faster than usual.</li><li>The notification advises users to turn on Low Power Mode to extend battery life and offers a shortcut to enable it.</li><li>Other features in watchOS 26 include Workout Buddy, enhancements to Smart Stack, Control Center, Photos watch face, and navigation within apps.</li><li>Apple is currently testing watchOS 26 with developers and plans to release it to the public in July, alongside iOS 26, with additional improvements.</li></ul>

A new battery drain alert in watchOS 26 gives you a chance to top up your Apple Watch’s battery well before a low battery notification catches you wrong-footed

A new battery drain alert in watchOS 26 gives you a chance to top up your Apple Watch’s battery well before a low battery notification catches you wrong-footed

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