Neowin News Feed for: Watchos

Latest WhatsApp update brings Apple Watch app companion to all

Paul Hill — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:50:01 +0000

WhatsApp 25.34.75 has just been released and it brings with it the official release of WhatsApp for Apple Watch. Read more...

Apple announces watchOS 26 with a 'Workout Buddy,' new gestures, and more

Taras Buria — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 18:58:01 +0000

Apple's watchOS 26 is now official, and it offers a Workout Buddy to cheer you up during workouts, a new hand gesture for notifications, and more. Read more...

Apple watchOS 26 to likely work on following list of devices

Hamid Ganji — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:30:01 +0000

If you're an Apple Watch owner wondering whether watchOS 26 is compatible with your device, check out this list. Read more...

Snapchat finally has a watchOS app, a decade after the Apple Watch launched

David Uzondu — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:38:01 +0000

Snapchat is now on the Apple Watch, letting you fire off quick replies and do a few other things, too. Read more...

Apple's major UI overhaul also reaches tvOS and watchOS

Hamid Ganji — Mon, 26 May 2025 06:42:01 +0000

Apple's upcoming VisionOS-inspired design that aims to bring a unified and consistent look to Apple ecosystem also extends to tvOS and watchOS. Read more...

Fresh Google Pixel Watch 4 leak suggests it might finally get wireless charging upgrade

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:40:01 +0000

The upcoming Pixel Watch 4 leak shows a design similar to the predecessor but with some interesting upgrades under the hood. Read more...

Apple watchOS 11.2 RC fixes a battery health related issue, and more

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:52:01 +0000

Apple's recent watchOS 11.2 RC release for developers brings a fix for the bug that showed inaccurate battery health data with Beta 2 and 3 updates. Read more...

Tesla's dedicated watchOS app launching this month

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:44:02 +0000

Get ready to delete those third-party apps for your Tesla, as the company has announced a dedicated watchOS app to control Tesla cars. Read more...

Some important Apple Watch Series 10 health features might not be available until next year

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:24:01 +0000

Apple Watch Series 10 is purported to pack a bigger screen, thinner design, and improved performance, however, some important health features may not be available on the watch until next year. Read more...

watchOS 11 supports automatic nap detection even when Sleep Focus isn't turned on

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:02:01 +0000

A Reddit user found that his Apple Watch running the latest watchOS 11 automatically recorded his nap and stored the sleep data within the Health app despite not putting the device in Sleep mode. Read more...

Apple launches second beta for iOS 17.5, macOS 14.5 and more

Steve Bennett — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:42:01 +0000

Apple has launched public betas of the next version of its operating systems today, following the developer launch yesterday. This includes iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, watchOS 10.5 and more. Read more...

Apple releases watchOS 10 with redesigned apps and new health metrics

Taras Buria — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:03:45 +0000

watchOS 10, Apple's latest operating system for smartwatches, is now available. It introduces redesigned stock apps, more health metrics, two new watch faces, new APIs for workouts, and more. Read more...

Apple shows off watchOS 10 at annual developer conference WWDC 2023

Paul Hill — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 18:33:48 +0000

Apple has unveiled watchOS 10. It includes a new way to get to your widgets called Smart Stack and several cool watch faces including a Snoopy and Woodstock watch face that reacts to the weather. Read more...

Apple releases watchOS 9.5 with a new Pride Celebration watch face

Taras Buria — Thu, 18 May 2023 17:17:21 +0000

In addition to new iOS, iPadOS, and macOS updates, Apple today released a new version of watchOS. Version 9.5 brings a fresh Pride Celebration watch face to compatible Apple Watch models. Read more...

Apple Watch will no longer be tied to one single iPhone, rumor says

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 12:16:01 +0000

A new rumor claims that Apple is working on cross-device syncing functionality for Apple Watch. The smartwatch will no longer be tied to a single iPhone in the future, unlike the current scenario. Read more...

Apple is reportedly working on an AI-powered health coaching service

Ishtiaqe Hanif — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:36:02 +0000

Apple plans to launch new paid health services as part of its push to gain more foothold in the health sector. These features are reportedly planned to be released with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. Read more...

Report: Apple's watchOS 10 could be the biggest update to date

Aditya Tiwari — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:10:01 +0000

This year's Apple Watch experience could be different this time as Apple is expected to release the biggest WatchOS upgrade. However, the company would stay low-key on the hardware part. Read more...

watchOS 9.4 is out with improved alarms, cycle tracking, and AFib History in new regions

Taras Buria — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:08:35 +0000

watchOS 9.4 is now available for download on compatible Apple Watch models, bringing improved alarms. Besides, the update introduces AFib History and ovulation estimates to new countries. Read more...

Microsoft to discontinue Authenticator on Apple Watch in January 2023

Taras Buria — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:04:02 +0000

Microsoft's official documentation has revealed that the company is about to pull the plug on its Authenticator app on the Apple Watch. The program will leave the platform in January 2023. Read more...

Apple starts rolling out watchOS 9 with improved sleep and workout tracking

Taras Buria — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:59:25 +0000

In addition to iOS 16, Apple has started rolling out watchOS 9 for all users with compatible Apple Watch models. You can install Apple's latest watchOS on the Apple Watch Series 4 and newer. Read more...

Apple releases updates to fix WebKit vulnerability and excessive battery drain in MacBooks

Alap Naik Desai — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 20:30:01 +0000

Apple has released iOS and iPadOS 15.3.1 to fix a WebKit vulnerability. There's another update for MacBooks to fix a bug that causes excessive battery drain and a security update for Apple Watch. Read more...

Apple makes watchOS 8.3 available to the public with support for App Privacy Report and more

Paul Hill — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 23:36:02 +0000

Apple has released watchOS 8.3 to the general public. It's available on the Apple Watch Series 3 and above as well as the Apple Watch SE. This update adds support for App Privacy Report and more. Read more...

Man thanks his Apple Watch for saving his life, urges everyone to use it well

Sayan Sen — Sat, 07 Aug 2021 16:14:01 +0000

Brandon Schneider has credited his Apple Watch for saving his life as it had alerted people when he fell unconscious and received severe head injuries. Brandon has urged all to use their watches well. Read more...

Apple introduces WatchOS 8 with health features, improvements and more

Mehrotra A — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 18:35:03 +0000

At WWDC, Apple has announced an update to WatchOS that will include new health features like respiratory rate tracking, new watchfaces, a new Mindfulness app to help users relax and more. Read more...

Apple releases seventh iOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, and tvOS 14.5 betas

Rich Woods — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:38:01 +0000

Today, Apple released new developer betas of the next versions of iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The big new feature is that you can unlock your iPhone with an Apple Watch, and more. Read more...

Apple releases sixth betas of iOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, macOS 11.3, and tvOS 14.5

Rich Woods — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:20:01 +0000

Today, Apple is releasing the sixth developer betas of its next minor software updates. In iOS 14.5, you'll finally be able to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch, and there are new emoji. Read more...

Apple is set to announce iOS 15 and more on June 7

Rich Woods — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 13:38:01 +0000

Apple announced the dates of its next WWDC event, which is set to be held between June 7 and 11. As usual, the company is likely to announce the next generations of its operating systems. Read more...

Apple releases new iOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS betas

Rich Woods — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:16:01 +0000

Today, Apple released new beta updates for all of its platforms, including iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, tvOS 14.5, and macOS Big Sur 11.3. They're the fourth builds for each one. Read more...

Apple releases new betas of iOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, and tvOS 14.5

Rich Woods — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 18:38:02 +0000

Today, Apple is releasing new beta builds of iOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, tvOS 14.5, and iPadOS 14.5. The big new feature in the update is going to be that you an unlock your iPhone with an Apple Watch. Read more...

How to set up Unlock with Apple Watch on your iPhone

Rich Woods — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:58:01 +0000

Apple's iPhones are the last premium smartphones that don't support a method of biometric authentication with a face mask on, but the good news is that the company has something on the way. Read more...

Apple will finally let you unlock your iPhone with a mask on, but there's a catch

Rich Woods — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:16:02 +0000

Today, Apple is releasing new developer beta builds and one of the big new features is that you'll finally be able to unlock your iPhone with a mask on, but you'll need to have an Apple Watch. Read more...

Apple releases iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, and watchOS 7.3 for all users

Abhay V — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 19:16:01 +0000

Apple released iOS 14.4 with minor new features such as support for scanning small QR codes, Bluetooth device categorization, and other fixes. watchOS 7.3 adds a new Unity watch face. Read more...

Apple seeds release candidates for iOS 14.4, watchOS 7.3, and more

Rich Woods — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:30:01 +0000

Today, Apple is offering release candidates of its latest minor updates to developers. They include iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, macOS 11.2 Big Sur, watchOS 7.3, and tvOS 14.4. There are minor new features. Read more...

iOS 14.4 beta is out with mostly fixes

Rich Woods — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 20:46:01 +0000

Today, Apple started seeding its next round of major updates, which are really all about general fixes and improvements. They include iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, watchOS 7.3, and tvOS 14.4. Read more...

Apple rolls out iOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2, and tvOS 14.3 to everyone

Rich Woods — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:38:02 +0000

Today, Apple is rolling out its big mid-stream updates, which include a number of new features, such as ProRAW camera support. They also come with Apple Fitness+, support for AirPods Max, and more. Read more...

Apple releases first iOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2, and tvOS 14.3 betas

Rich Woods — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 22:08:01 +0000

Today, Apple released the first developer betas for its next minor updates for iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS. It's unclear if there are any fun new front-facing features to be aware of. Read more...

Here are the new emojis coming in iOS 14.2

Rich Woods — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 21:56:02 +0000

Apple released its second iOS 14.2 beta today, and with the update comes a whole bunch of new emoji characters. They include things like gender variations for brides and grooms, and more. Read more...

Apple releases iOS 14.0.1 with default app setting fix

Rich Woods — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:48:01 +0000

Apple today released a series of bug fix updates for all of its operating systems. iOS 14.0.1 and iPadOS 14.0.1 have fixes for default app settings and also some fixes for widgets. Read more...

watchOS 7 drops support for Force Touch gesture on the Apple Watch

Garg Ankit — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:58:01 +0000

watchOS 7 has dropped the support for Force Touch gesture, which was a pressure-sensitive technology that offered various options based on the amount of pressure applied on the display. Read more...

Apple to release iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and watchOS 7 tomorrow

Rich Woods — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 19:06:01 +0000

While Apple announced an array of new products at a virtual event today, it also confirmed the availability of its next big software updates, which are going to start rolling out tomorrow. Read more...