watchOS 6.3.1

watchOS

Version

6.3.1

Build ID

17U224

File Size

272.61 MB

Release Date

2026-02-02T18:44:27Z

Update Type

Normal release

Delta update - requires 6.2.5 installed first.

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About This Update

watchOS 6.3.1 (build 17U224) is an official Apple over-the-air update for the Apple Watch Series 3 (38mm), released on 2026-02-02T18:44:27Z. The update package is 272.61 MB. This is a delta (partial) update that requires 6.2.5 to already be installed on the device - it cannot be applied from scratch. This update is currently signed by Apple, so it can be applied directly from Settings › General › Software Update.

The OTA payload file is c9f5aa903716139cd5bbe942c133d8a221a8b12b.zip.

Direct URL

https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2025FallFCS/patches/047-32115/0FE245D0-DA79-49BC-9C02-1CE58CC4E766/com_apple_MobileAsset_SoftwareUpdate/c9f5aa903716139cd5bbe942c133d8a221a8b12b.zip