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Apple Revamps Sleep Score: From 'Excellent' to 'Very High'

11/4/2025

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Apple Inc. updated watchOS 26.2, changing the Sleep Score’s top classification from "Excellent" to "Very High" to reduce user confusion.
The scoring range runs from Very Low (0–40) to Very High (96–100) with stricter criteria per category.
The feature evaluates sleep by duration, bedtime, and interruptions to provide an objective sleep measure.
Users can track sleep patterns and health metrics, including blood oxygen levels and heart rate, on Apple Watch.

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Apple Inc. updated watchOS 26.2, changing the Sleep Score’s top classification from "Excellent" to "Very High" to reduce user confusion.
The scoring range runs from Very Low (0–40) to Very High (96–100) with stricter criteria per category.
The feature evaluates sleep by duration, bedtime, and interruptions to provide an objective sleep measure.
Users can track sleep patterns and health metrics, including blood oxygen levels and heart rate, on Apple Watch.