IT Home News on October 27: Apple today pushed the watchOS 27.2 update (build number: 24S118) to Apple Watch users. This update comes 27 days after the previous final release.
Note that due to caching issues in the configuration of Apple's regional node servers, some locations may detect the upgrade slightly late, generally within half an hour, and it won't take long.
Based on publicly available information checked by IT Home, the main contents of the watchOS 27.2 update are as follows:
Siri AI enhancements (not yet launched in China)
Remember previous conversations: Siri AI can retain useful context from earlier interactions, for example asking it about a restaurant it recommended last week.
Draw on more personal context: When answering, it can refer to photos attached in messages, calendar event participants, voice messages, and iPhone better results from Safari history and reading list on the iPhone.
Faster responses: Siri AI response speed on Apple Watch has improved.
New languages: In addition to English, new support for French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Privacy settings: Excluded Apps on iPhone allows you to centrally choose which apps' data cannot be accessed by Siri, Search, and system suggestions.
Interface and feature changes
New Apple Music icon: The app icon has changed from a red-and-white color scheme to a black-and-white design, and the Music app also includes more monochrome and blue-toned design adjustments.
App Switcher returns: The App Switcher, removed in watchOS 27.0, returns with a new gesture method, making it easier to switch between recently used apps.
Bug fixes and security updates: The official notes also include other feature improvements, bug fixes, and security updates, but a complete list of security vulnerabilities was not provided in the release notes.
How to update
Install via the Watch app on the paired iPhone > General > Software Update, or check for updates in "Settings" on the watch. Installation requires the Apple Watch battery to be above 50% and the watch to remain on the charger throughout; it is recommended to first update the iPhone to iOS 27.2.
Attached is the watchOS 27 release history:
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