watchOS 11.2 RC Released: Pause/Restart Video Recording and More
Apple has released watchOS 11.2 RC to developers and public beta testers, with the public release expected next week. This update focuses on stability improvements and bug fixes, addressing issues users have experienced with watchOS 11. It also introduces a few notable features.
New Camera Remote Feature
The most significant addition is the ability to pause and restart video recordings within the Camera Remote app. While recording on your iPhone, a pause button will now appear on your Apple Watch. This complements a similar feature added to the iPhone's Camera app with iOS 18. For more on iOS 18, see this article about iOS 18.2 and Apple Intelligence.
Additional Updates
- Expanded availability of the Sleep Apnea feature.
- New awards for Fitness activity, rewarding users for closing their Exercise, Move, and Stand rings for 100, 365, 500, and 1,000 days.
Focus on Stability
Beyond new features, watchOS 11.2 aims to resolve issues like battery drain and touch screen problems that have plagued some users. This update is expected to arrive alongside other software releases, including macOS Sequoia 15.2, as discussed in this article on macOS Sequoia 15.2 and Apple Intelligence. For those interested in the latest macOS updates, you can also check out this article about macOS 15.2 RC.
Release Date
Apple could release watchOS 11.2 as early as December 9th.