watchOS 6.3.1

watchOS

Version

6.3.1

Build ID

17U224

File Size

179.79 MB

Release Date

2026-02-02T18:44:27Z

Update Type

Normal release

Delta update - requires 6.3 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 179.79 MB. This is a delta (partial) update that requires 6.3 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 ef018b605a6c4b32151d473b2294ac198f144080.zip.

Direct URL

https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2025FallFCS/patches/047-01428/14226EF7-790C-412F-8226-7035FA4F92DA/com_apple_MobileAsset_SoftwareUpdate/ef018b605a6c4b32151d473b2294ac198f144080.zip