WatchOS 9 By Apple Released with New Features

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Updated on: 20-Sep-2022

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The update gives classic watch faces like Utility, Simple, and Activity Analog updated details. Modular, Modular Compact, and X-Large watch faces also get backdrop color editing. Additional images, such as those of pets, animals, and landscapes, display the depth effect of portrait faces. Chinese lettering are now shown on the watch faces of California and Typo graph.

All Nike watch faces, including the updated colors for the Bounce face, are available to Apple Watch users running watchOS 9. Users of Focus can choose which Apple Watch face, such as the Photos face during a Personal Focus, will automatically appear when they start a specific focus on their iPhone. This allows users to stay present in the moment. Lunar demonstrates the relationship between the Gregorian and lunar calendars.

WORKOUT APPS UPDATED

Workout, one of the most downloaded Apple Watch apps, has been updated to provide users better performance tracking and more training options to help them meet their fitness objectives. In order to allow users to view critical parameters for various training regimens, the standard in-session display now makes use of the Digital Crown to cycle between simple-to-read workout perspectives.

To track exercise intensity, heart rate zones and personal health information can be used. The Program app has a function called "Custom Workouts" for interval training. This enables you to create a training plan that include both working out and taking breaks. Users can benefit from new signals like as pace, power, heart rate, and cadence as they progress through their workout. Heart rate zones can be used to monitor the level of exercise intensity.

The Exercise app now has a new Multi sport workout option for triathletes and duathletes that seamlessly switches between swimming, biking, and running routines. The iPhone Fitness app's updated summary screen provides more information and interactive graphics for workout analysis. The Multisport Workout option in the Workout app now automatically switches between running, bike, and swimming sessions.

UPDATES FOR RUNNER

For runners, Apple Watch is a terrific tool, and watchOS 9 offers data and tools to track effectiveness. Workout Views can include Stride Length, Ground Contact Time, and Vertical Oscillation. These measurements allow users to spot trends and patterns in the summary of the Fitness app and the Health app. Users can now pick a distance and time goal for a run, and the new "Pacer" experience calculates the pace necessary to meet those goals. They can monitor pace alerts and statistics while exercising. Race Route, which is anticipated later this year, allows users to compete against their best or most recent performance on routinely completed routes while receiving in-session pacing guidance. In order to provide runners with pace and distance information, a new running experience called Track uses GPS and Apple Maps data to detect when users are at a running track.

SWIMMING ENHANCEMENTS

When users are using a kickboard while swimming, Apple Watch sensor fusion automatically recognizes this and categories the type of stroke used in the workout summary along with the distance covered. SWOLF scores, which combine stroke count and lap time, assess a swimmer's effectiveness. The SWOLF average for each set is shown in the workout summary.

REDESIGNED COMPASS APP

More details and zoom able views, including a hybrid view that displays both an analogue and a digital compass, are provided by the updated Compass app. Latitude, longitude, elevation, inclination, compass waypoints, and backtrack are available by turning the digital crown.

When a user gets lost or bewildered, Backtrack uses GPS data to create a route that shows where they have been. When disconnected from the power grid, it can turn on automatically. The app's Compass Waypoints feature makes it easy to designate a spot. A waypoint is lost when you tap a compass waypoint. A waypoint's direction and distance are displayed when one is selected. Waypoints, a quick way to indicate a location, are a feature of the updated Compass app.

SLEEP INSIGHTS

To achieve their goals, Apple Watch customers can create wind-down and bedtime programmes and track their sleep. Sleep monitoring in WatchOS 9 now includes sleep stages. Using data from the accelerometer and heart rate sensor, Apple Watch can tell when users are awake and in REM, core, or deep sleep. Users with Apple Watch may get information on their sleep stages in the Sleep app and can access more detailed data, such as time spent sleeping, in the Health app on their iPhone. One of the largest and most varied wearable populations ever studied was used to train and evaluate the machine learning models. US customers can contribute sleep stage data to the Apple Heart and Movement Study through the Research app because sleep science is currently being studied.

FIRST OF ITS KIND AFiB HISTORY

According to research, AFib may have an impact on a person's symptoms, quality of life, and risk of complications. There was no realistic technique to monitor AFib over time or manage lifestyle variables that might have an impact.

• Users with AFib can activate the FDA-approved AFib History function in watchOS 9 to access critical data, including an estimate of how frequently their heart rhythm exhibits AFib symptoms.
• To understand frequency and view a complete history on the Health app, including sleep, alcohol use, and exercise, users will receive weekly reminders.
• To share with doctors and other healthcare professionals, users can get a PDF including their AFib and lifestyle history.

MEDICATIONS

Users can create a list, set schedules and reminders, and check information in the Health app to manage and track their vitamins, supplements, and other drugs with the new Medication experience on Apple Watch and iPhone.

Users may track their meds wherever they are with the Apple Watch's Medications app. In order to keep on track, users can create personalized regimens for each prescription, whether it should be taken daily, weekly, or as needed. People in the US can add medications and receive warnings if there are any significant interactions using the camera on their iPhones.

UPDATES TO CYCLING TRACK

Users of Cycle Tracking can now receive notifications on iOS 16 and watchOS 9 if their registered cycle history indicates a potential deviation, such as irregular, infrequent, or prolonged periods and persistent spotting.

PRIVACY

The Health app encrypts all user health and fitness information while an iPhone is locked with a passcode, Touch ID, or Face ID. Apple encrypts health information on its servers and during transit. The data is completely protected when you store health app data to iCloud using two-factor authentication and a passcode.

ADDITIONAL WATCHOS UPDATES

• While preserving essential Apple Watch capabilities like Activity tracking and Fall Detection, Low Power Mode increases battery life by turning off or limiting a few sensors and services like background heart rate monitoring and the Always-On display.

• With the help of international roaming services, users can now stay connected to a cellular network while visiting another country.

• When Apple Watch is in use, notifications now arrive with new slim line banners to make them less intrusive while maintaining their impact.

• Family Setup will support the Home app later this year, allowing a child to be added as a member and operate HomePod speakers and smart home accessories. They can utilise hotel keys and house keys in Apple Wallet as well.

• Users with upper body limb differences now have even more options with the new Quick Actions on Apple Watch, including the ability to answer or end a phone call, snap a photo, play or stop media in the Now Playing app, and begin, halt, or continue a workout.

• With Apple Watch Mirroring, which enables users to remotely manage Apple Watch from their associated iPhone, Apple Watch is now more accessible than ever for those with physical and motor impairments. By employing voice control, switch control, head tracking, and external Made for iPhone switches instead of tapping the Apple Watch touchscreen, users can operate their Apple Watch using assistive capabilities on their iPhone thanks to Apple Watch Mirroring.

• The French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish languages are now supported by the QWERTY keyboard on Apple Watch Series 7, Apple Watch Series 8, and Apple Watch Ultra (Mexico, Spain, Latin America).

• The upgraded Calendar app now lets users add new events from their Apple Watch. In order to support more scrolling through calendar events, users can now access a Week view in addition to updated List, Day, and Month views.

• Cardio Recovery is a valuable fitness metric that can show whether or not the heart is in good condition. Even if the workout doesn't reach its peak intensity, Apple Watch now estimates cardio recovery after an outdoor walk, run, or hike. The Health app allows users to monitor this measure over time.

• With support for CallKit and share sheets, access to the Photos picker, and the ability to combine watchOS apps with Apple TV, new APIs enable developers to create best-in-class third-party apps.

AVAILABILITY

Apple Watch Series 4 and later equipped with an iPhone 8 or later, an iPhone SE (2nd generation), and iOS 16 are now able to get the watchOS 9 upgrade. Additionally, Apple notes that not all capabilities may be accessible in all locales, in all languages, or on all makes and models.

Xiaomi 14T Pro Geekbench Scores and Key Specs Revealed

By: Aman Singh

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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The Xiaomi 14T Pro, expected to launch soon, has appeared on Geekbench with impressive scores: 9,369 in single-core and 26,083 in multi-core, using Geekbench V4.4. It will run on Android 14 and feature 12GB RAM, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC. The device has passed certifications on various platforms, hinting at an imminent release. Camera specs include a 50MP primary, 13MP ultra-wide, and 50MP telephoto lens. The 14T Pro is likely based on the Redmi K70 Ultra, which boasts similar features and chipset.

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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Color Options Leak Ahead of Launch

By: Aman Singh

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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New reports reveal that the upcoming Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 will be available in four color options: Charcoal, Porcelain, Aloe, and Hot Pink. This differs slightly from previous reports, which mentioned Raspberry, Porcelain, Mojito, and Haze. The earbuds are expected to be unveiled at the Made by Google event on August 13th. Design leaks suggest the Pixel Buds Pro 2 will retain the egg-shaped charging case with potential design tweaks, including a larger microphone cover and matching color grills. A possible battery upgrade to 650mAh has also been hinted at.

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Apple to Introduce AI-Based Apple Intelligence Features in Upcoming Beta

By: Aman Singh

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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Apple is set to roll out its Apple Intelligence features in an upcoming developer beta for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia. Announced at WWDC 2024, these AI enhancements will significantly upgrade Siri, making it more intuitive and capable. Users will gain access to Writing Tools for proofreading, rewriting, or summarizing text, audio recording summaries, email summaries, and AI-generated emojis called Genmoji. Additionally, the Clean Up feature will help erase unwanted objects from images. The developer beta is expected in August, with a public launch likely in iOS 18.1 around October or November.

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Apple Slashes iPhone Prices in India: Check the New Rates

By: Aman Singh

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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Apple has reduced iPhone prices in India following a 15% customs duty cut on phones and chargers announced in the Union Budget 2024. The price cuts range from minor reductions on base models to significant discounts on Pro models. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max now cost Rs 1,29,800 and Rs 1,54,000, respectively, saving up to Rs 6,000. Meanwhile, the iPhone 13, 14, and 15 series have smaller price cuts. This is the first instance of Apple reducing prices on its Pro models, reflecting a strategic shift in response to the customs duty adjustment.

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Poco M6 Plus Coming to India in August

By: Insha Hashmi

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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Poco plans to release the M6 Plus, a mid-range smartphone featuring a large 6.79-inch LCD screen, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Advanced Edition engine, and a 5000mAh battery, in India on August 1. It is anticipated that the smartphone would include a 108MP primary sensor and a dual-camera configuration. The gadget is anticipated to contend fiercely in the cutthroat mid-range market by providing a reasonably priced alternative that prioritises battery life, performance, and display.

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