watchOS 26 beta crashes Hermes Apple Watches, Apple urges users to hold off
The latest version of the watchOS 26 beta is reminding Hermes owners that elegance doesn't equal stability.
Apple Watch Hermes Edition
Apple's second developer beta of watchOS 26 is causing major problems for owners of the premium Hermes edition Apple Watch. These issues include crashes, overheating, and pairing problems.
The company has confirmed the bug in its official release notes and is advising Hermes users not to install the beta.
Severe issues linked to Hermes-exclusive features
The bug is specific to Hermes Apple Watch models with exclusive faces and styling. Users who installed watchOS 26 beta 2 report persistent crashing, overheating, and sometimes inability to charge the device.
Apple has acknowledged the issue and says Hermes owners should avoid installing the beta altogether until a fix is released.
Users who paired a Hermes watch with an iPhone running iOS 26 beta 2 have encountered problems opening the Apple Watch app. Unpairing the watch allows the app to function, but re-pairing fails.
Apple has not yet pulled the beta from circulation, but developers are advised to steer clear if they own an affected model. There is no current timeline for a fix.
Developer betas carry risk, even for high-end hardware
Early software versions for apps and operating systems are unpredictable. Developer betas showcase new features but aren't meant for our main devices and can introduce serious bugs.
Apple is expected to address the Hermes crash in upcoming builds of watchOS 26 and iOS 26. Until then, users who rely on their Hermes Apple Watch should avoid updating.
Developers can monitor the Apple Developer Center for any formal rollback or patch announcements. Apple will likely provide a targeted fix before the public beta begins its rollout.
For now, if your Apple Watch carries the Hermes name, skip beta 2.
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