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11 Samsung Galaxy Watch models getting new Wear OS update with security improvements
June 8, 2026 | Samsung has new firmware updates for its smartwatch portfolio. While users are busy exploring One UI 8.5, Samsung has started pushing the May 2026 Wear OS update to its smartwatch lineup, starting with Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 7.
Galaxy Watch models receive new firmware updates once a quarter. Samsung strictly follows its Watch Update Mechanism to deliver timely releases. The latest update follows the March rollout, which brought the February patch.
May 2026 Wear OS update is available on these models:
- Galaxy Watch 8 [AZE1]
- Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
- Galaxy Watch 7 [BZE1]
- Galaxy Watch Ultra
- Galaxy Watch 6 – CZE1
- Galaxy Watch Classic
- Galaxy Watch 5 – DZE1
- Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
- Galaxy Watch 4 – JZE1
- Galaxy Watch 4 Classic
- Galaxy Watch FE – CZE1
The rollout began on June 8 in South Korea, covering the two recent Watch ranges. Remaining lineups, including the Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5, and Watch 4, have joined the update party as of June 16, 2026. Details follow:
June 16, 2026 | Samsung is now rolling out the latest Wear OS improvements to the Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 4 Classic, Watch FE, Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro, Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic smartwatch models in South Korea.
- Watch 4 – JZE1
- Watch 5 – DZE1
- Watch 6 – CZE1
- Watch FE – CZE1
June 13, 2026 | Verizon-bounded Galaxy Watch 7, Watch Ultra, Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic have started to receive the May 2026 firmware update in the US.
- Changelog:
- The current software update provides the most up to date Android security patches for your device.
- Build versions:
- Watch 7 – L305USQU3BZB4 (40mm) / L315USQU3BZB4 (44mm)
- Watch Ultra – L705USQS3BZE1
- Watch 8 – L335USQS3AZE1 (44mm) / L325USQS3AZE1 (40mm)
- Watch 8 Classic – L505USQS3AZE1
What’s new in Watch firmware
Samsung announced it addressed 39 vulnerability items in its May 2026 package. Those vulnerabilities were linked to Android and One UI; meanwhile, the content may differ on smartwatch models.
Apart from fixes, Samsung updates usually clean the system cache and unnecessary files. OTAs also optimize the overall system stability and reliability. As a result, Galaxy users have a better experience with health tracking.
How to update your Galaxy Watch
You can update your Watch’s firmware through Galaxy Wearable or the smartwatch itself. I prefer installing OTAs using the Galaxy Wearable app as it’s seamless and ensures that everything goes perfect while installation.
To update the watch, open the Wearable app, followed by Watch settings. Now tap Watch software update so your watch finds a new firmware. Follow the on-screen instructions if the system delivers an update to your watch.
