Mon May 11 2026, 01:15 PM EDT · 1 minute read Apple Watch Ultra 2 While it certainly won't win any accolades for exciting new features, watchOS 26.5 will help keep your Apple Watch operating smoothly. Once again, Apple has rolled out a watchOS update with no apparent new features, suggesting that watchOS 26.5 is geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. While Apple occasionally releases features with minor watchOS updates, typically, larger releases are where we see anything of note. watchOS 26.5 is build number 23T570. Updates like these are crucial as they ensure optimal device operation. This is also where Apple fixes minor performance and compatibility issues, as well as potential security flaws. The Apple Watch will update on its own over the air. However, if you want to force the update, you can do so by following the steps below.…