The latest Apple watchOS 11 update will finally allow users to change the default ringtone on their Apple Watch, according to a report. The Cupertino-based tech giant unveiled watchOS 11, the latest operating system for its smartwatches, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 on June 10. Highlights included a new Vitals app and more Smart Stack widgets. One feature Apple didn't announce but is said to be making its way to the Apple Watch is the ability to change the default ringtone.
Change your ringtones with watchOS 11
Currently, Apple Watch users only have a ringtone with no option to change it. According to a report from 9to5Mac, this will change with the next update. With the watchOS 11 developer beta update, users can choose from eight different ringtones, including the original two: Pebbles (cellular ringtone), Focus, Jingle (original ringtone), Nighthawk, Transmit, Twirl, Windup and Wonder.
In addition to changing ringtones, users also have the option to set tones for different alerts, notifications, and reminders for text messages, emails, and more.
While it is now possible to change ringtones, the report speculates that it is now still possible to set a specific ringtone for a user on the Apple Watch.
Other unannounced features in watchOS 11
With watchOS 11, Apple is also bringing automatic sleep tracking to the Apple Watch. Before the update, Apple Watch only tracked sleep activity when Sleep Focus mode was activated.
In addition, it is also said to bring a new Smart Stack widget for Shazam. While the app was already available to Apple users through the App Store or through Siri, this new shortcut could allow for even faster music searches.
Compatible with watchOS 11
The watchOS 11 developer beta update is now available to users and can be downloaded through the Apple Developer Program. Meanwhile, the updated watchOS 11 public will be available on Apple Watch Series 6 or later this year, according to Apple.
It will be compatible with Apple watches that are paired with iPhone XR or later models running iOS 18.
