Apple defends dropping watchOS 27 support for first-gen Apple Watch Ultra, citing processing power limits
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Leo Becker
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Apple has responded to user criticism over the Apple Watch Ultra (first generation) not receiving the watchOS 27 update, just three years after its release. Apple Product Manager Cait Dooley explained that the decision was made to prioritize the "best experience" and that new features like Siri AI require the processing power found in newer models (Series 9 and newer, Ultra 2 and newer, SE 3). The early software discontinuation of the premium 1000-euro smartwatch has angered many owners.
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New features of watchOS 27 such as Siri AI 'work best with the processing power found in the Apple Watch Series 9 and newer, Ultra 2 and newer, and SE 3.'
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