In addition to the standard Apple applications, you can also install third-party apps on your Apple Watch. You can find, purchase, download and even update the apps via the App Store.
Updating app updates happens automatically in the background in most cases. However, if desired, you can also manually update the application to the latest version. This can be useful if certain apps are not working properly or new features have been added.
Update Apple Watch apps
- Open the App Store on the Apple Watch
- Scroll all the way down in the Store
- Tap ‘Account’
- Select ‘Updates’
- Perform desired updates
Automatic app updates
In addition, you can also ensure that applications on your Apple Watch are automatically updated to the latest version as soon as an update is available. To do this, go to Settings on your Apple Watch and select ‘App Store’. Then enable the option ‘Automatic updates’.
Update iPhone app
Apple Watch apps are usually tied to the iPhone app. When you update the application on your iPhone, the watchOS version will also be updated. This is also the case the other way around when you manually update the Apple Watch version via the Apple Watch App Store.
Have you installed an application that is only available on Apple Watch and not on your iPhone? You will need to update it manually or enable automatic updates to install and use the latest version.