A redesigned operating system for more information at a glance, new options for cyclists and hikers, offline maps, and the very practical Smart Stack are coming to change your experience. The biggest update since the Apple Watch was released.

New metrics for cyclists and improvements to hiking workouts.

Are you a fitness and adventure enthusiast? watchOS 10 introduces new metrics for cycling workouts and significant updates to hiking features. When you get on your bike, you can now see a range of new options, using compatible Bluetooth accessories that automatically connect to Apple Watch, adding pace, speed and power data to your workout view. Plus, with the addition of Power Zones Workout View, Apple Watch can help you identify intensity zones and track your performance. For hikes, the Compass app offers a 3D view of routes, allowing you to visualize your journey more effectively.

And for those who love exploring the outdoors, topographic maps offer valuable information, including trails, elevation changes, and points of interest.

Offline maps

Often, when you’re traveling or on a getaway, you’ll find yourself in places with limited connectivity, and that’s where you’ll need the new offline maps feature in watchOS 10. Now, you can download maps to your iPhone and have those maps accessible on your Apple Watch, even when you’re offline. So you can seamlessly continue navigating and getting directions without needing a Wi-Fi or cellular connection.

Don't forget: Offline maps not only ensure you never get lost, but also provide essential information about the environment. This makes them a valuable companion for travelers and explorers alike.

Smart Stack

Get the information you need, right when you need it, from any Watch Face. Just turn the Digital Crown to discover widgets in the Smart Stack. Whether you want to check the weather every morning or view your boarding pass while traveling, now you can do it more easily than ever. You can even see upcoming meetings and tasks, while apps like Podcasts become easily accessible when in use.

And yet: Smart Stack allows you to enjoy a beautiful Watch Face, like Portrait, while still offering a way to quickly access information that interests you.