Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.5, watchOS 11.5, tvOS 18.5, and HomePod Software 18.5

Apple has today released macOS Sequoia 15.5, watchOS 11.5, tvOS 18.5, and HomePod Software 18.5 to the public.

In our testing of these releases, we did not identify any changes that specifically affect the experience for blind, deaf blind, or low vision users. If you notice any changes in your own use of these releases, please do let us know by posting a comment.

Release notes

macOS Sequoia 15.5

This update includes enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates for your Mac.

Some features may not be available for all regions, or on all Apple devices.
For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit:

watchOS 11.5

This update includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:

• A new Pride Harmony watch face
• Buy with Apple Watch is available when purchasing content within the Apple TV app on a 3rd party device
• Resolves an issue that may prevent your iPhone from showing a notification when the watch battery is fully charged

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

tvOS 18.5

This update adds support for synchronizing Dolby Atmos playback to speakers over AirPlay or Bluetooth. To use, go to Settings > Video and Audio > Wireless Audio Sync.

HomePod Software 18.5

This update includes performance and stability improvements.

How to update

To install macOS Sequoia 15.5, choose System Settings from the Apple menu, select General in the table, click Software Update in the scroll area, and click the Update Now button to begin the update process. If other updates are available, you can click the Info button to see details about them and select specific updates to install.

watchOS 11.5 is available via Over-the-Air Update (Settings > General > Software Update) or by going to the Watch app on your iPhone and navigating to General> Software Update. To install the update, your Watch must be connected to its charger and have at least 50% battery power.

To install tvOS 18.5, on Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD, go to the Settings channel, then look for the System section near the bottom. From here, look for Software Updates under Maintenance, then select Update Software and Download and Install. Wait for your Apple TV to download the update. Don’t disconnect or unplug your Apple TV until the update completes.

By default, HomePod and HomePod mini automatically install new software updates, but you can manually check for updates in the Home app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.