Apple Releases watchOS 26.2 With Refined Sleep Score Classifications

Apple has rolled out watchOS 26.2, bringing a notable update to how sleep data is measured and presented. The release focuses on clearer health insights, added safety tools, and practical fixes that improve everyday use of the Apple Watch.

The update introduces a refined sleep score classification with a new score range. Sleep results now fall into five categories. These include Very Low from 0 to 40, Low from 41 to 60, OK from 61 to 80, High from 81 to 95, and Very High from 96 to 100. Apple says the change helps users better understand sleep quality at a glance.

Alongside sleep tracking, watchOS 26.2 adds Enhanced Safety Alerts. The feature can warn users about imminent threats such as natural disasters, floods, and other emergencies. Alerts will show rich information like maps of affected areas and links to safety guidance. This feature is currently available only in the US.

Apple has also addressed several bugs in this release. One fix resolves an issue in the Music app that sometimes stops playback from moving to the next song. These changes aim to make daily interactions smoother.

The source says users with a compatible Apple Watch can install watchOS 26.2 through the Apple Watch app on their iPhone. The update appears under General and then Software Update. Apple notes that the paired iPhone must be running iOS 26.2 before installation.