Apple Watch picks up another update today
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Today is a happy day for Apple fans, as the Cupertino-based company is rolling out new software updates for three of its popular products: iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. If you’re rocking one of the first two, you should be able to download iOS 14.2 today.
On the other hand, Apple Watch owners can download watchOS 7.1, a rather important update that brings some interesting new features for select users. The first one is the ability to be notified when your headphone level could impact your hearing.
Then, we have a fix for an issue that prevented some users from unlocking Mac with Apple Watch. Another fix included in the update should address an issue where the screen may be dark on wrist raise for some people using the Apple Watch Series 6.
The next two new features are specifically aimed at Apple Watch users in two countries: Korea and Russia. Those users living in one of the two countries will finally get support for the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or later, as well as support for irregular heart rhythm notifications.
Make sure that you check your Apple Watch app via your iPhone to see whether or not the new watchOS 7.1 update is available for download. You should find it by heading to General / Software Update.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Apple Watch models will benefit from the new ECG app support and irregular heart rhythm notifications?
Which specific Apple Watch models will benefit from the new ECG app support and irregular heart rhythm notifications?
The new ECG app support and irregular heart rhythm notifications are available for Apple Watch Series 4 or later models. This functionality is specifically aimed at users residing in Korea and Russia, according to the update details.
Q.What are the main issues that the watchOS 7.1 update addresses for Apple Watch users?
What are the main issues that the watchOS 7.1 update addresses for Apple Watch users?
The watchOS 7.1 update fixes an issue that prevented some users from unlocking Mac with Apple Watch. It also addresses a problem where the screen may appear dark on wrist raise for some Apple Watch Series 6 owners.
Q.What new health and safety feature does watchOS 7.1 introduce for all compatible Apple Watch users?
What new health and safety feature does watchOS 7.1 introduce for all compatible Apple Watch users?
The update introduces the ability for users to be notified when their headphone level could potentially impact their hearing. This feature is part of the watchOS 7.1 update and aims to enhance user safety regarding audio exposure.
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