Apple Rolls Out watchOS 26.4 Developer Beta 4 for Apple Watch

Apple releases watchOS 26.6 public beta 1 for Apple Watch users, focusing on bug fixes, stability improvements, and performance.

watchOS 26.4 Developer Beta 4 is now available for developers. This new beta update focuses on testing, bug fixes, and small improvements before the final public release.

How to Update to watchOS 26.4 Developer Beta 4

Follow these steps to install the update:

  1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
  2. Go to General.
  3. Tap Software Update.
  4. Select Beta Updates.
  5. Choose watchOS 26 Developer Beta.
  6. Go back and download watchOS 26.4 Developer Beta 4.

Make sure your Apple Watch has at least 50 percent battery and is placed on its charger during the update.

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All Changes in watchOS 26.4 Developer Beta 4

  • Average Bedtime metric: watchOS 26.4 adds a new Average Bedtime metric in sleep tracking, helping users better understand their bedtime routine.
  • Bug fixes: This beta likely includes fixes for issues reported in earlier watchOS 26.4 beta versions.
  • Performance improvements: Apple has also improved system stability, animations, and general performance.
  • Developer testing: Developers can use this build to test their apps before the stable watchOS 26.4 release.

No major new Apple Watch features have been spotted in Developer Beta 4 so far.

If you’ve already installed the update, let us know your experience in the comments.

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