watchOS 8 and watchOS 5 get minor updates with iMessage fix
By Marko Zivkovic
Published on March 24, 2026.
Apple has released new software updates for its older Apple Watch operating systems, including watchOS 5 and watchOS 8.8.2. The updates also include a certificate fix for FaceTime and iMessage. These updates are part of a wider effort to keep these services operational after January 2027.
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