The Apple Watch is the definitive leader when it comes to smartwatches. And while Google, and many others, have tried to dethrone Apple, that hasn't happened yet. So what if Facebook gave it a shot?
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Stay up-to-date on the latest Apple Watch news, and learn how to get the most out of your device with our comprehensive tutorials. From updates to features to troubleshooting tips, we’ve got you covered.
How to use Screen Curtain on iPhone, iPad, Watch, and Mac
There’s a feature called Screen Curtain you can use along with VoiceOver for increased privacy. Screen Curtain turns off your display while keeping it active. So, you can still control it with VoiceOver, but keep what you’re viewing private. This is convenient when you’re in a public place and have personal information on your screen.
How to auto silence your Apple Watch based on location
In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to use shortcuts and automations to silence your Apple Watch automatically based on where you are.
How to use audio enhancements on your Apple Watch
Learn about using important audio enhancements accessibility settings from Taptic Time to Haptic Alerts on your Apple Watch if you have difficulty hearing.
A new study finds the Apple Watch can predict COVID-19 a week before current swab tests
A significant new study from Mount Sinai researchers has discovered that the Apple Watch and similar smartwatches can effectively predict a positive COVID-19 diagnosis up to a week before current PCR-based nasal swab tests.
How to unlock your iPhone with Apple Watch
Learn how to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch for times when you’re wearing a face mask, sunglasses, or ski goggles and can’t use Face ID.
The Apple Watch’s irregular heart rhythm notification approved in Australia ahead of ECG
Apple's irregular heart rhythm notification feature on the Apple Watch has received approval from the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods, according to official documents.
Perseus lets mask-wearing jailbreakers unlock their iPhone with an Apple Watch
In case you haven’t already heard, Apple recently seeded iOS 14.5 beta to developers with a new feature that permits mask-donning users to more easily unlock their iPhone with Face ID, granted they’re wearing an unlocked Apple Watch. Without this feature, anyone wearing a mask would fail the native Face ID authentication method, compelling users to manually enter their passcode to unlock their device or to approve Apple Pay transactions or App Store purchases.
Given the gravity of just how frustrating it can be to be unable to use Face ID when governments around the world impose mask mandates while in public in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, it should come as no surprise that this feature received tons of praise from would-be users. On the other hand, jailbreakers would be stuck with older versions of iOS that don’t natively support the new authentication feature; at least, until now that is…
Apple seeds an updated version of the first iOS 14.5 beta to developers [Updated: iOS 14.5, macOS 11.3, and watchOS 7.4 public betas out]
Earlier this week, Apple seeded the first beta of iOS 14.5 (and iPadOS 14.5) to developers. However, it looks like Apple wanted to tweak the prerelease software ahead of its second beta seed.
Apple shares another Apple Watch health story: ‘We truly believe that it saved his life’
It's Heart Month, so it's no surprise that Apple would want to share at least one story about how the Heart App on its Apple Watch potentially saved a life.
Some of the best MagSafe accessories you can buy now
Late last year, Apple reintroduced MagSafe to the world. The brand is now associated with wireless charging and accessories, utilizing magnets. It's a brave new world, and accessories have the potential to be very interesting for Apple's supported products in the future.
Apple boosts Apple Watch trade-in savings for American Heart Month
Every once in a while, Apple offers a slight boost to its trade-in values, hoping to boost sales for new products. Or, in some cases, to line up with something like American Heart Month. That's the case for trade-in values tied to the company's smartwatch lineup.