Apple has announced that its latest operating systems, watchOS 27 and iPadOS 27, will not support a range of older devices. Specifically, watchOS 27 will only be available for Apple Watch Series 10 and newer models, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and newer, and Apple Watch SE 3. This means that the Apple Watch Series 9, which was released three years prior, will not be compatible with the new update. Apple has a history of discontinuing support for older devices with each new software release.
Apple discontinues support for several iPad and Apple Watch models with new OS updates
Apple has revealed that its upcoming watchOS 27 and iPadOS 27 will not support several older models of Apple Watches and iPads. Notably, the Apple Watch Series 9 will not be compatible with the new update, which will only be available for newer models.
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Apple drops support for a long list of iPads and Apple Watches with latest OS updates
Apple discontinues support for several iPad and Apple Watch models with new OS updates