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watchOS 27 drops support for five Apple Watch models, here’s why

Apple announced watchOS 27 at WWDC 2026. The update introduces Siri AI and new tap gestures but drops support for five older watch models. Affected devices will only receive basic security updates.

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Specific excluded models including the Series 8 and Ultra 1 have been identified.

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  1. Apple confirms watchOS 27 hardware exclusions

    Apple announced watchOS 27 at WWDC 2026. The update introduces Siri AI and new tap gestures but drops support for five older watch models. Affected devices will only receive basic security updates.

    What's confirmed:

    • Apple unveiled watchOS 27 at WWDC 2026.
    • Five Apple Watch models will not receive watchOS 27.
    • The Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra 1 are among the excluded models.
    • Siri AI and new tap gestures require processing power beyond the capabilities of the dropped models.
    • Cait Dooley, Apple Watch and Health Product Marketing Manager, explained the reasons for the exclusions.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The update includes improved notifications and standalone workout tools.
    • The update includes dynamic App interfaces.
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  2. Apple identifies five Watch models excluded from watchOS 27

    Apple will not provide watchOS 27 for five older Apple Watch models. The company attributes this to the processing power needed for new tap gestures and Siri AI. These devices will only receive basic security updates.

    What's confirmed:

    • watchOS 27 drops support for Apple Watch Series 6, 7, 8, SE 2nd gen, and Ultra 1.
    • Apple states that Siri AI and new tap gestures require the processing power of Series 9, Ultra 2, and SE 3.
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  3. Apple Drops Five Watch Models for watchOS 27 Due to Siri AI Needs

    Apple will not provide watchOS 27 for five older Apple Watch models. The company cited the processing power required for new Siri AI features as the reason for the cuts. Affected devices will only receive basic security updates moving forward.

    What's confirmed:

    • watchOS 27 will not be available for Apple Watch Series 6, 7, 8, SE 2, and the original Apple Watch Ultra.
    • The update requires the processing power of newer models to support Siri AI and other Apple Intelligence upgrades.
    • Apple Watch Series 9 and newer, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later, and Apple Watch SE 3 are compatible with watchOS 27.
    • Unsupported models will continue to receive basic security updates.
    • The update is expected to arrive this fall.
    • The S9 chip is now the minimum requirement for the update.
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