Apple Watch series-5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Apple Watch series-5 reached end of life on 16 Sept 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Apple Watch release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 Sept 2019 | 7y ago |
| Supported ended | 16 Sept 2024 | 2y 1mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from series-5
Recommended target: Apple Watch series-12.
The newest actively supported branch is Apple Watch series-12 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Apple Watch series-5 still safe to use?
Apple Watch series-5 reached end of life on 16 Sept 2024, 749 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Apple Watch series-5?
Yes — the final release (series-5) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Apple Watch series-5 to?
Upgrade to Apple Watch series-12, the newest actively supported branch.