Fitbit may soon only support Android devices. This could restrict it to Android devices only, leaving Apple's iPhone and Huawei behind.
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Check out the latest leak suggesting several new features in the upcoming iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and more Apple software updates
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Apple recently released iOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2 updates for its devices. These have added new ways to measure your health. While iOS 14.3 brings Fitness+, the watchOS 7.2 has introduced new ways to measure cardio fitness level. Now, Apple users can view their cardio fitness level in the iPhone Health App. Moreover, the Watch will warn users if their cardio fitness level falls to a low range. For the unaware, Apple briefly mentioned this feature in September when it revealed the Apple Watch Series 6. Now, it is going live for Apple users.
Apple Watch users can now view how their cardio fitness level is classified based on their age group and sex in the Health app on iPhone, and receive a notification if it falls within the low range. The Apple Watch can already measure cardiorespiratory fitness through VO2 max, which is the maximum amount of oxygen the body can use during exercise, and it can be increased through physical activity. The wearable already estimates average and higher levels of VO2 max during vigorous outdoor walks, runs, or hikes, which many runners and other athletes monitor to improve performance.
Now, the Apple Watch uses multiple sensors, including the optical heart sensor, GPS, and the accelerometer, to estimate lower levels. As Apple mentions, this is a significant development since direct measurement of VO2 max typically requires a rigorous clinical test with specialized equipment that is not readily accessible to most people. In contrast, watchOS 7 allows the wearable to take cardio fitness measurements as users walk throughout the day, whether or not they are tracking a workout.
“Cardio fitness is increasingly recognised as a powerful predictor of overall health, and with today’s update to watchOS 7, we are making it even more accessible to more people,” said Jeff Williams, Apple’s chief operating officer. “Using its advanced sensors, Apple Watch now brings estimation of low cardio fitness levels from clinics directly to a user’s wrist, so people have more insight into how they can improve their long-term health through daily activity.”
Users’ cardio fitness level is classified as high, above average, below average, or low in the Cardio Fitness category in the Health app on iPhone. If a user’s level falls within the low range, they can receive a notification on Apple Watch. Moreover, they’ll get guidance on improving it over time and having a conversation with their doctor.
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Apple released the watchOS 6 back in September last year. It added major new features and improvements like new apps, cycle tracking, Siri improvements, Activity Trends and App Store. Fast forward to June 2020, the company released watchOS 6.25 earlier this month. It brought several bug fixes found in previous versions of watchOS. Let’s dive deep into how you can download watchOS 6.25 on your Apple Watch.
The watchOS will download and your Apple Watch will reboot to apply the update. You can follow the progress on the Apple Watch screen. Done! You are all set.
There’s a newer version for the update out there. At WWDC 2020, Apple took the stage to announce the watchOS 7. It introduced new re-designed watch faces, better performance in Maps, and the Workout app, which now includes Dance workout.
Further, the Activity app is also getting a new name – it will now be known as the Fitness app. As if that’s not compelling enough for you to update to the latest version – which is by the way, in developer beta – watchOS 7 also brings sleep tracking.
The new OS is coming this fall. However, developers can now download the watchOS 7 beta to test it out. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get to test it for yourself right now. All you need to do is install a certificate on your Apple Watch. Moreover, you’ll need to run iOS 14 on your iPhone.
A NOTE OF CAUTION: It goes without saying that a beta build is primarily intended for developers. It also comes with bugs that can prevent the normal use of your Watch. Hence, these updates are not intended for everyday use on a primary device. That’s why we recommend you to stay away from developer previews unless you have a spare device or need them for software development. Use the developer beta with caution.
Once rebooted, your Apple Watch goes back to normal.
Once the watchOS 7 Beta certificate is installed on your Apple Watch, the process of installing it is the same as any other watchOS update. We installed the certificate because it is what tells the Watch app on your iPhone that watchOS 7 is available.
The watchOS 7 update will start downloading. It will reboot to apply the update. You can follow the progress on the Apple Watch screen. Once done, you are all set.
Failed at the Verification stage – If your watchOS 7 update fails at the verification stage, try again. If it still fails, un-pair and re-pair the Watch and try again.
Once the watchOS 7 Beta certificate is installed on your Apple Watch, we can start the process of applying it to the system. Apple added the ability to update your Apple Watch through the Settings app on the Watch itself starting with watchOS 6. Hence, you can also download watchOS 7 and install it on the device using your Apple Watch only. Here’s how:
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Rumors have long suggested that the upcoming Apple Watch Series 6 will be able to monitor your blood oxygen levels — something competing smartwatches and trackers already do — but according to recent reports Apple’s won’t stop there.
watchOS 7 will allegedly use all of the information it can gather in order to introduce and focus on new mental health-related features. The information was shared by Jon Prosser on the Geared Up podcast, and he said:
What their biggest focus on is right now and I hope it comes this year, it might come next year, but I hope it’s coming to WWDC is mental health capabilities. Where they can take the oxygen levels in your blood with your heart rate and determine if you’re hyperventilating. They can identify a panic attack before it happens and warn you on your watch. Especially if you’re driving, they’ll ask you to pull over and they’ll offer breathing exercises once you get pulled over.
Jon Prosser
It’s not certain whether said features will be available this year, or maybe in 2021, though Prosser is hopeful it happens in 2020. If, indeed, said features require a hardware sensor for blood oxygen monitoring, chances are Apple will hold back on the announcement until said sensor is available on an upcoming Apple Watch.
If, however, current and older Apple Watches will be able to detect, with their current hardware components, blood oxygen levels, we should expect an announcement at the upcoming WWDC.
Alongside these features, Apple is also expected to introduce capabilities related to stress levels and sleep tracking.
Source: MacRumors
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A letter from the U.S. Trade Representative to Apple seems to confirm that Apple's request to exempt the Apple Watch from U.S. Tariffs on China has been approved.
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Find out what's coming in the latest software updates that Apple has released for iOS and iPadOS 13.4, plus watchOS 6.1.2
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The 2020 Apple Watch Series 6 will be faster, and feature improved water resistance, according to Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest predictions.
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Touch ID could be coming to a future Apple Watch as a new Apple patent application describes the method, in addition to moving antennas to the band.
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A screenshot of the Alarms app is directly referencing a particular Sleep app, which means that it should be well on its way for the Apple Watch.
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The Apple Watch dominates the smartwatch market, so the Series 5 is an incremental upgrade over the predecessor, bringing an Always-On Retina Display
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a more realistic prediction popped up today, concerning a feature which the Apple Watch already has, granted, with third party apps.
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A new Apple Watch Series 5 could accompany the trio of iPhones at the September launch event, and Apple will possibly offer it in ceramic and titanium cases
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Apple has released updates to iOS and watchOS for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, respectively, with security and bug fixes.
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In addition to iOS 13 and iPadOS, Apple also introduced watchOS 6 and tvOS 13 for the Apple Watch and Apple TV. Check out the new features.
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