Apple Watch Alarms Can Now Break Through Silent Mode in watchOS 11.4

The upcoming update introduces sound and haptics for alarms in Silent Mode, addressing a key limitation for sleep tracking users.

The Release Candidate for watchOS 11.4 confirms a new alarm feature that allows sound and haptics to break through Silent Mode.
This feature is designed to help users who sleep through haptic-only alarms by adding a more noticeable sound option.
Users can toggle the 'Break Through Silent Mode' setting on or off for individual alarms, offering greater customization.
The update is expected to launch publicly in early April 2025, alongside support for Matter-compatible devices and bug fixes.
Apple continues to enhance the Apple Watch's functionality as a sleep and health monitoring tool with this update.