WatchOS 26 public beta is out right now - 8 new Apple Watch features you can try

Apple has released the public beta of watchOS 26, bringing a host of new features to Apple Watch users. The standout updates include a redesigned Workout app with improved tracking and customization options, a new sleep tracking system that provides more detailed insights, and a revamped Mindfulness app with guided meditations and breathing exercises. The update also introduces a revamped messaging experience, allowing users to send audio messages, GIFs, and handwritten notes directly from their wrist. Additionally, the Apple Watch will now offer enhanced health monitoring, including the ability to detect early signs of conditions like atrial fibrillation and sleep apnea. Other notable features include an updated Compass app with more advanced navigation tools, improved cellular connectivity for standalone functionality, and a refreshed user interface with new watch face options and customization settings. The public beta is available now, allowing Apple Watch owners to test the new capabilities ahead of the official release later this year.