Brazilian developer Guilherme Rambo has managed to uncover hidden references to a plethora of unreleased Apple Watch models from the iOS 12 beta 2 developer release.
iOS 12 beta 2 references a bunch of unreleased Apple Watch models
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How to use the hidden Apple Watch web browser to browse the web
Learn how to use the secret Safari browser integration on Apple Watch to visit websites straight from your wrist.
How to disable Apple Watch auto-workout detection
Your Apple Watch can remind you to start the correct workout or end the session if you forget. The wearable utilizes the built-in accelerometer and heart rate sensors to identify motion and increased heart rate, both tell-tale signs that you might be working out.
For many workout types, Apple Watch senses when you’re moving and can optionally alert you to start the Workout app. Aside from giving you credit for the exercise you’ve already done, it'll also remind you to end your workout should you get distracted when cooling down.
Follow along for the steps to turn off workout reminders on your Apple Watch.
LTE Apple Watch is now supported by local carriers C Spire and US Cellular
You can now connect your LTE-enabled Apple Watch Series 3 to a wireless network operated by local carrier C Spire or US Cellular, with the latter's deal starting as low as $5 per month.
Apple seeds updated watchOS 5 beta to developers
Apple on Monday issued a new version of its watchOS 5 beta. The release comes a week after Apple pulled the beta due to reports that the software update was bricking some Apple Watch models, and is available to all registered developers who have the appropriate configuration profile installed.
How to set up and use the Siri watch face on your Apple Watch
Learn everything there is to know about using the Siri watch face on your Apple Watch to automatically get timely and helpful information on your wrist.
Upcoming Apple Watch could feature touch-sensitive, solid-state buttons
Apple Watch could soon feature solid state buttons that don't move up and down. Instead, it will sense the touch of a finger. Despite this change, the button configuration found on the wearable device will remain the same, according to Fast Company.
Bring Amazon Alexa to Apple Watch with Voice in a Can app
Tired of using Siri on your Apple Watch? Is Amazon Alexa your preferred voice assistant? Now you can use Alexa on your wearable device, courtesy of the new Voice in a can app.Â
watchOS 5 brings the ability to join a Wi-Fi network on your Apple Watch
Aside from the big new features, watchOS 5 brings a handy option in the Settings menu that permits customers to manually connect their Apple Watch to nearby Wi-Fi networks.
watchOS 5 beta temporarily pulled over reports of the software bricking Apple Watch devices
The first beta of watchOS 5 is plagued by installation issues that could brick Apple Watch devices so Apple's decided to pull the software from its Dev Center portal for developers.
watchOS 5 won’t support original Apple Watch
Heads up for folks with an original (Series 0) Apple Watch. The watchOS 5 update, which Apple announced earlier today during its WWDC keynote, will not support the older hardware. Everyone else is safe though: watchOS 5 supports Series 1, 2 and 3 models.
Version 5 of Apple's wearable platform is a sizable update. It includes a new Competitions feature, which allows you to challenge your friends to 7-day fitness competitions, a new Walk-Talkies communications app, support for the Podcasts app, and much more.
The original Apple Watch was first unveiled on September 9, 2014, and it wasn't available to buy until April 2015. A device losing update support after just 3 years is uncharacteristic of Apple, and wow do we feel bad for owners of those $10K+ Edition Watches.
The best free weather apps for Apple Watch
What easier way is there to check the weather than with a quick glance at your wrist? If you own an Apple Watch, a handy weather app is a must-have. While there’s nothing wrong with the default Weather app, sometimes you want a bit more.
These free Apple Watch weather apps give you more options to get the most out of your current conditions and weather forecasts.