<ul><li>watchOS 26 previewed at WWDC 2025 with new features like Workout Buddy and UI overhaul.</li><li>watchOS 26 compatible with Apple Watch Series 6, SE 2nd gen, both Ultra models, and newer models paired with iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26.</li><li>Models like Apple Watch SE (1st gen), Apple Watch Series 5 or earlier will not support watchOS 26.</li><li>watchOS 26 brings changes to Smart Stack widgets, notifications, Control Center, and introduces Workout Buddy powered by Apple Intelligence.</li></ul>

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