Apple had successfully introduced the watchOS 7.4 beta version. It is now out only for developers to test the same for making new Watch apps and associated features. If you want beta 1 of watchOS 7.4, you will need to install a certificate first, and after that, you can easily download the software to your iPhone that should need an iOS 14 operating system.
What’s New in Beta 1 of watchOS 7.4?
Apple has released the first beta of watchOS 7.4 available for developers only. It will be available with the latest advancements and features in terms of functionality and smoothness. In case you are eagerly waiting to initiate testing of watchOS with edition 7.4, then it’s time to download the same to get started.
Installing watchOS 7 Beta Certificate
Before going through the under-offered steps, it is recommended to ensure that your device is running with the latest software update of iOS 14 for installing watchOS 7.
Let’s start with these steps to know how to install watchOS 7 beta certificate:
- First of all, sign in to developer.apple.com using the smartphone synced with your Apple Watch.
- Then, hit the Discover option there.
- Now, press the watchOS option.
- After that, tap on the Download button there.
- Log into the account using your Apple ID if asked.
- Hit the Install Profile option located just after the watchOS 7 Beta.
- Hit the Allow button on the asking prompt regarding permission for installing your profile.
- Press the option Install.
- Type your passcode if asked to do so.
- Hit the install tab for verification.
- Press the Restart option to restart your wearable device.
- Once the Apple Watch is successfully rebooted, the installation process will go smoothly.
Installing watchOS 7 Using Your iPhone
The beta certificate will inform you about your wearable device whether the watchOS 7 available or not? Once the Watch app completes scanning your update, the installing procedure will become so smooth, and it’s just as simple as installing any other update.
In order to install watchOS 7 on your device, follow these guidelines:
- At the start, you have to connect your device to a stable Wi-Fi network.
- Then, open the Apple Watch app on your device.
- Hit the My Watch option there.
- Press the General option.
- Tap on Software Update.
- Hit the Download and Install tab.
- Type your passcode there.
- Press the “I Agree” option to abide by the terms and conditions page.
Note: You need to ensure that your wearable device is properly charged (at least fifty percent).
- Next, connect the device to the magnetic charger.
- Hit the Install button on your iPhone or from the Apple Watch.
- Now, your watchOS update will download on your smartphone and then transfer the same to the Apple Watch.
- Then, Apple Watch will restart automatically to apply the updating changes. You can see the progress of installation on the progress bar displaying on your wearable device.
- Now, you are all set. The installation is complete.
Installing watchOS 7 via Apple Watch
Apple has provided a feature to update your wearable device using the Settings app on the Watch itself. Although the process isn’t entirely free from iPhone, you can easily use your Apple Watch to finish maximum steps of installation. Here are the steps:
- Initially, you need to double-click the cog icon to launch the Settings app. You can also open the app using Siri assistance.
- Then, hit the General tab there.
- After that, press the Software Update option.
- Hit the Install tab.
- Press the OK button.
- Launch the Watch app on your smartphone.
- Agree to the user details and privacy policy page.
- Hit the Download and Install tab on your wearable device.
Note: Keep your Apple Watch connected to a reliable power source to avoid complete power loss because power loss can interrupt your beta installation. If you don’t want to keep the same on the charger, make sure that your Watch has enough battery power over 50% for smooth installation.
As that you know, Apple has released Beta 1 for watchOS 7.4 for developers to research and make new apps and features; you can easily install the watchOS 7 beta certificate using your Apple Watch and iPhone.
Read Official Blog Post – How to Install watchOS 7.4 Beta 1 to Apple Watch
