Watch Series 4Updating iPhone to the latest version of iOS

Keep your device up to date by checking for new software regularly. A new Operating System (also known as an OS) version may have security patches and performance improvements for your device. Ensure your device has a strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection in order to check for and download updates. Older devices may not update as they are no longer supported. Please contact your carrier's customer service directly if you are experiencing any issues.

Keep your device up to date by checking for new software regularly. A new Operating System (also known as an OS) version may have security patches and performance improvements for your device. Ensure your device has a strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection in order to check for and download updates. Older devices may not update as they are no longer supported. Please contact your carrier's customer service directly if you are experiencing any issues.

Steps List - Interactive list of steps. Select a step to read its corresponding text, and to see its Product Image and the Indicators necessary to complete the step.

Current Step: 1 - From the Home screen, tap Settings.
In order to connect Apple Watch to the cellular network, you must have the latest version of iOS on a <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT201296" target="https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT201296">compatible</a> device including: iPhone SE, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X or newer.
  1. 1 - From the Home screen, tap Settings.
  2. 2 - Scroll to General.
  3. 3 - Tap General.
  4. 4 - Tap Software Update.
    • Note: If necessary, follow the onscreen prompts to update your software.
  5. 5 - You've completed the steps!

Product Image and Indicators - Image of the current step and indicators demonstrating the interactions necessary to complete the step.

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