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watchOS 10.2 Release Candidate in action (Video)

watchOS 10.2 Release Candidate

Apple recently released watchOS 10.2 Release Candidate for the Apple Watch, assuming no issues are found, this release will be the same as the final version of watchOS 10.2. Now we get to find out more details about what is included in this update in a new video from iDeviceHelp.

The watchOS 10.2 Release Candidate, brings a blend of user-demanded features, performance enhancements, and security improvements that are sure to elevate your Apple Watch experience. Here’s a closer look at what this update has in store, based on a recent video overview of its capabilities.

Firstly, let’s talk about the return of a much-loved functionality: the ability to swipe to switch between watch faces. This feature, which was previously removed, has been reinstated in watchOS 10.2 due to popular demand. To enjoy this feature, just navigate to the ‘Clocks’ option in the settings and activate it. It’s a small change, but one that significantly enhances the user interface, allowing you to personalize your watch experience effortlessly.

Music lovers, you’re in for a treat. The update significantly improves the ‘Now Playing’ feature for Apple Music and Podcasts. Particularly noteworthy is the new seamless integration with HomePod. With watchOS 10.2, controlling music on your HomePod directly from your Apple Watch is more intuitive than ever, ensuring a harmonious experience across your Apple devices.

For those concerned about digital security, watchOS 10.2 introduces an important enhancement to iMessage: contact key verification. This feature aims to prevent eavesdropping by adding an extra layer of security to your iMessage communications. You can enable this feature in the iCloud settings, giving you peace of mind in your digital conversations.

Perhaps the most significant improvement is in the realm of battery life and overall performance. The update is especially beneficial for users of the Apple Watch Ultra, who will notice a marked improvement in battery endurance. Additionally, the update promises smoother animations and a more fluid, responsive user experience, ensuring that your interactions with the watch feel more natural and efficient.

We are expecting the final version of watchOS 10.2 to land next week along with iOS 17.2, iPadOS 17.2, and macOS Sonopma 14.2, the update will probably land next Tuesday.

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What’s new in watchOS 10.2 beta 4 (Video)

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Apple recently released their watchOS 10.2 beta 4 software to developers, they also released the fourth developer betas of iOS 17.2, iPadOS 17.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.2 at the same time.

Now we get to find out what is included in the new watchOS 10.2 beta 4 software in a new video from Half Man Half Tech, let’s find out exactly what is included in the new beta.

In its fourth beta iteration, watchOS 10.2 introduces an array of new functionalities to the Apple Watch lineup, alongside notable enhancements in performance and fixes for various bugs.

This newest iteration, watchOS 10.2 beta, integrates the cutting-edge iMessage Contact Key Verification feature, anticipated to expand to the iPhone and other Apple devices soon. This update also brings substantial performance upgrades and critical bug fixes, elevating the overall experience for Apple Watch users.

Developers now have access to the latest beta version of watchOS 10.2, with more information available on Apple’s developer website through the provided link. Given that this is the fourth beta release, we can expect the Release Candidate version next week, followed by the final release of watchOS 10.2 the week after, barring any unforeseen issues.

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watchOS 10.2 beta 4 released to developers

watchOS 10.2 beta 4

Apple has released watchOS 10.2 beta 4 to developers, they also released macOS Sonoma 14.2 beta 4, iOS 17.2 beta 4, and iPadOS 17.2 beta 4 at the same time. This new beta comes two weeks after the previous beta and could be one of the last betas released before the Release Candidate version.

The new watchOS 10.2 beta 4 brings a range of new features to the Apple Watch, the update also includes a range of performance improvements and bug fixes for Apple’s smartwatch range.

The most recent release, watchOS 10.2 beta, now incorporates the advanced iMessage Contact Key Verification feature, which is set to be extended to the iPhone and additional Apple devices in the near future. Additionally, this update delivers significant performance improvements and essential bug resolutions, further refining the user experience on the Apple Watch.

The latest beta of Apple’s watchOS 10.2 is now available for developers to try out, you can find out more details over at Apple’s developer website at the link below. As this is the fourth beta in the series, we should have the Release Candidate version next week and then assuming there are no issues found, the final version of watchOS 10.2 the following week.

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What’s new in watchOS 10.2 beta 3 (Video)

 

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Apple recently released watchOS 10.2 beta 3 for the Apple Watch, they also released a range of other new betas, these included macOS Sonoma 14.2 beta 3 for the Mac, iPadOS 17.2 beta 3 for the iPad, and iOS 17.2 beta 3 for the iPhone.

We have already seen a video of iOS 17..2 beta 3 in action and now we have another new video, this one is from Zollotech and it gives us a look at what is new in the new watchOS 10.2 beta 3, let’s find out more details about it.

As we can see from the video, there are a number of new features coming to the Apple Watch with this update, including iMessage – Contact Key Verification. This feature is designed to enhance security by verifying the identity of contacts, adding an extra layer of trust and safety to communication.

Siri’s new capability to log health information, such as weight, is a significant enhancement. This feature, however, requires users to grant Siri access to health data in the settings, striking a balance between convenience and privacy.

Apple is expected to release its watchOS 10.2 software update in early December, the update should land at the same time as iOS 17.2, iPadOS 17.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.2, as soon as we get some details on a release date, we will let you know.

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Apple releases watchOS 10.2 beta 3

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Apple has released watchOS 10.2 beta 3 to developers, this new beta comes a week after the previous one and we are also expecting Apple to release the software to public beta testers as well.

On top of the new atchOS beta, Apple also released iOS 17.2 beta 3 for the iPhone, macOS Sonoma 14.2 beta 3 for the Mac, and iPadOS 17.2 beta 3 for the iPad, all of these update brings a range of new features to Apple’s devices.

The latest update, watchOS 10.2 beta 2, now includes the innovative iMessage Contact Key Verification feature, soon to be available on the iPhone and other Apple devices. This update also brings enhanced performance and crucial bug fixes, further optimizing the Apple Watch experience.

Developers can now explore the latest advancements with the release of watchOS 10.2 beta 3, iOS 17.2 beta 3, iPadOS 17.2 beta 3, and macOS Sonoma 14.2 beta 3. For in-depth details, visit the Apple Developer website through the link provided below.

Anticipated to launch in December, the final versions of these software updates promise exciting features. Stay tuned for the latest release information, which we’ll share as soon as it becomes available. You can find out more details about the latest developer betas over at Apple’s developer website at the link below.

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watchOS 10.2 beta 2 released to developers

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Last week Apple released a range of new betas, th]ese included the new watchOS 10.2 beta 2 for the Apple Watch, iPadOS 17.2 beta 2 for the iPad, macOS Sonoma 14.2 beta 2 for the Mac, tvOS 17.2 beta 2 for the Apple TV and iOS 17.2 beta 2 for the iPhone, these new betas come two weeks after the previous ones.

These new software updates will bring a range of new features to Apple’s devices, and these new betas have so far been made available to developers, we are also expecting some new public betas to be released as well.

The new watchOS 10.2 beta 2 comes with support for the new iMessage Contact Key Verification feature which is also coming to the iPhone and other Apple devices, it will also include various performance improvements and also bug fixes for the Apple Watch.

The watchOS 10.2 beta 2 software along with the iOS 17.2 beta 2, iPadOS 17.2 beta 2, tvOS 17.2 beta 2, and macOS Sonoma 114.2 beta 2 are now available for developers to test out, you can find out more details over at the Apple developer website at the link below. We are expecting the final versions of these software updates to be released sometime in December, as soon as we get some information on when they will be released, we will let you know.

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Apple releases watchOS 10.1.1 – timeswonderful

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Apple has released watchOS 10.1.1 for the Apple Watch, the software was released along with iOS 17.1.1 for the iPhone and iPadOS 17.1.1 for the iPad. This update mainly includes bug fixes and some performance improvements for the Apple Watch.

The latest software update fixes a bug that was causing battery drain on the Apple Watch, you can see the official release notes from Apple for this software update below, this is a small update for the Apple Watch. This update also comes with some security updates.

This update provides important bug fixes and addresses an issue that could cause the battery to drain more quickly for some users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

The new watchOS 10.1.1 software update is now available to download for the Apple Watch. You can install the update from the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, you will need to place your Apple Watch on its charger and make sure that it is charged to at least fifty percent.

Apple is also working on watchOS 10.2 which is in beta at the moment, this software update will bring some new features to the Apple Watch, we are expecting it to be released some time in December.

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What’s new in watchOS 10.2 beta 1 (Video)

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Earlier today we heard that Apple had released a range of new betas, including watchOS 10.2 beta 1 for the Apple Watch, iOS 17.2 beta 1 for the iPhone, iPadOS 17.2 beta 1 for the iPad, and macOS Sonomoa 14.2 beta 2 for the Mac.

Now we have a video from Half Man Half Tech that gives us a look at the new watchOS 10.2 beta 1 software and some of the new features that are coming to the Apple Watch with the update.

This release comes on the heels of WatchOS 10.1, which had its fair share of issues, particularly concerning battery drain. The new beta version aims to address some of these concerns while introducing a slew of new features. However, it’s essential to note that this is still a beta release, meaning it’s not yet stable enough for general release.

As this is only the first beta in the series it will be a while before the final version of the software is released, we are expecting this update to be released sometime in November, probably around the end of the month. As soon as we get some details on exactly when Apple is planning to release these new updates, we will let you know.

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watchOS 10.2 beta 1 released to developers

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Apple has released watchOS 10.2 beta 1 to developers, this new beta comes a couple of days after the release of the watchOS 10.1 software. Apple also released iOS 17.2 beta 1 for the iPhone, iPadOS 17.2 beta 1 for the iPad, and macOS Sonoma 14.2 for the Mac.

The new beta of watchOS 10.2 is now available for developers to try out, Apple is also expected to release a new beta to public beta testers as well, exactly when this will land is not known as yet. The new iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 beta updates do include some new features.

The new watchOS 10.2 beta software comes with a range of performance improvements and bug fixes for the Apple Watch, the update may also include some new features, but as yet we do not have any information on those.

The new watchOS 10.2 beta 1 is now available for developers to download you can find out more information over at Apple’s developer website at the link below. We are expecting Apple to release their watchOS 10.2 software update sometime in November, the update will probably land around the end of the month. As soon as we get some details on a release date, we will let you know.

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What’s new in watchOS 10.1 (Video)

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Apple recently released watchOS 10.1 for the Apple Watch, they also released a range of other updates, including iOS 17.1, iPadOS 17.1, tvOS 17.1, macOS Sonoma 14.1 and we previously saw a video of iOS 17.1 in action.

Now we have another video, this one is from Brandon Butch and it gives us a look at the new watchOS 10.1 software and the changes and new features that are coming to the Apple Watch with this update.

As we can see from the video this update brings some new features to the Apple Watch, it also includes some performance improvements and bug fixes as well. Including improved battery life as this update reportedly improves battery life by fixing a drain issue that occurred when only the iPhone or Apple Watch was updated.

The watchOS 10.1 software update also includes the new Double tap feature for the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, the Double Tap gesture is another significant addition. This intuitive gesture allows users to perform primary actions within apps and notifications swiftly. For instance, you can double-tap to respond to messages via voice dictation or to play/pause music. It’s a feature that enhances the user experience by making interactions quicker and more natural.

Plus support for Name Drop, this featureenables seamless transfer of contact information between Apple Watches or between an Apple Watch and an iPhone. If you’ve ever found it cumbersome to share contact details, this feature is a game-changer. It’s compatible with Series 7, Apple Watch SE2, and newer models.

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