The WhatsApp team has acknowledged crashes in its new Apple Watch app affecting certain models. They are working quickly to resolve the issue. Older Apple Watch models appear to be particularly impacted.
WhatsApp's recent Apple Watch app update has encountered technical difficulties, causing crashes on specific devices. According to a TechRadar report published on November 8, 2025, the development team is aware of the problem and actively addressing it.
The issue primarily affects older models of the Apple Watch, leading to instability during use. WhatsApp has stated they are 'working quickly' to implement a fix, though no specific timeline for the resolution has been provided.
This comes as WhatsApp expands its features to wearable devices, aiming to enhance user connectivity. Users experiencing crashes are advised to monitor official channels for updates. The problem highlights ongoing challenges in optimizing apps for diverse hardware generations in the smartwatch ecosystem.