Samsung has confirmed that several popular Galaxy Watch models will stop receiving Wear OS upgrades in the coming years. While the watches will remain usable, owners should plan for a future with no major software updates and, eventually, no security patches.
Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro
Both models will receive their last Wear OS upgrades on December 31, 2026. After that date, Samsung will not add new features or platform improvements. Security patches will continue for a short period before the watches reach full end-of-life status. The Watch 5 Pro launched at a premium price, so some owners may be surprised that its update window ends so soon.
Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic
The Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic will lose Wear OS upgrades in December 2027, following roughly four years of major software support. Samsung typically follows the final OS update with about one more year of security patches. The Watch 6 remains one of Samsung’s best-selling models, meaning this cutoff will affect a large number of users. The Classic version, with its rotating bezel and premium design, is treated the same under Samsung’s software policy.
What Losing Support Means for Owners
An end to OS upgrades does not mean the watch will crash or stop working overnight. It simply means no new features will arrive. Security patches usually continue for about a year after the last OS update. Once that period ends, users who are concerned about data safety should consider upgrading to a newer Galaxy Watch model.