Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.

apple watch

  1. J

    Apps Running Laps App Suggestions

    Hi there, I’m gradually coming round to the idea of buying a first Apple Watch predominantly to encourage me off my lazy arse and get running again. I have a running use case that I was wondering if there’s an app out there that satisfies. It’s not especially demanding. Basically my typical...
  2. B

    watchos 6.0 bugs or feature?..

    1. Why change the design of the ring icon? Closed rings look like open rings. @Apple #CloseMyRings 2. Mickey Mouse does not say time when touched. Reboot the watch and Apple's instruction did not help. #MickeyTalk! #watchos6bugs
  3. C

    Watch OS 5.3.1 - software up to date

    Got an iPhone 11 today and have set it to etc. Gone to update my Apple Watch Series 2 to Watch OS 6 and all I get is the below I have reset my watch twice and hard reset my iPhone, but can’t get it to work. Anyone got any ideas? thanks
  4. and 4096 others like this

    I bought 4? Should I keep it?

    Hi, in my country AW4 cost ~$581 and same model (LTE, 44mm) but AW5 cost ~$661 I bought AW4, cause there is nothing new besides AOD and compass... Now I have second thoughts, that maybe I should return it and get series 5? Is AOD worth $80?
  5. BittenApple

    Apple Watch has been updated alert on iPhone.

    Was updating my Apple Watch to the latest firmware and left it on the charger while I did something else in the house. I unlocked my iPhone but automatically just pressed the ok button on the alert. I kind of remember it saying something about 30-60-90 seconds or something. I’m assuming it’s...
  6. jpmoogle

    Apple Watch LTE w/ Dual Sim

    Apple’s support documentation is slightly confusing, just wanting to clarify. I have a XS Max with dual sim (work - Verizon eSim and Personal - T-Mobile physical sim). I’ll be getting a Series 5 44mm this week through Verizon. My understanding is that when I’m near my phone I’ll be able to...
  7. jpmoogle

    Series 4 or Series 5 44mm Cellular?

    Hi everyone! Just wanted to know your perspective and opinion with the recently announced Apple Watch Series 5: I'm looking to upgrade from my Series 2 GPS version. I purchased it September 2017, during the same time Series 3 was announced. Question is: Would you be fine with Series 4 or be...
  8. D

    Other YES, the monthly AppleCare+ IS transferable

    Updated: as of October 2023 Guys, my original post is no longer inaccurate. The monthly AppleCare+ can be transferred by cancelling the subscription from one Apple ID and immediately subscribing again from the new Apple ID. — Hello! For those like me that enjoy upgrading to new devices every...
  9. CodeSpyder

    Series 5 Preparing to Ship

    My series 5 is in Preparing to Ship.
  10. thelonelylimo

    Seeking to buy a Series 4 Hermes band I missed

    The keynote came up on me too fast and I missed purchasing an Apple Watch band that Apple has removed today. It is the "Indigo/Craie/Orange Swift Leather Single Tour" from Hermes. There seem to be numerous replicas and fakes around the web but nothing authentic. Hoping maybe reaching out to the...
  11. honglong1976

    Still no sleep tracking ... grrrr

    As title. I can’t believe after all these years and S5. There is still no sleep tracking!
  12. djas

    Question about AW auto unlock function

    Hello everyone. First off, I am not an Apple user. However, my Mrs is (please refer to our sigs below) I am thinking of finally purchasing an AW for her. Currently, we are both on Garmins. My question is "Does the AW has smart lock feature"? I asked because on our Garmins, I have the...
  13. johnreddyzhang

    Apple Watch S3 (5.3.1) health data cannot Sync to iPhone X (pb13.1 beta2)

    Hi Forum, This is my first post here, so please forgive me and help me if I’m wrong with posting formats... I am posting because I am desperate about my health data issue recently. I have been running iOS 13 PB since almost day 1 but Apple watch still on official release since there is no...
  14. Hudzilla95

    Employee Sport Loop Close the Rings Edition

    Anyone know of one of these going anywhere lately? I managed to get one of the Woven Nylon ones on ebay for £80 with a activation locked watch... Managed to sell the watch on ebay for £90 so a deal like this would be good.
  15. S

    All Devices Apple Watch iMessage & Message issue iOS 13.1

    So I have a issue with my Apple Watch series 4 that is regarding iMessages and Messages. I’m running the latest beta of WatchOS 6 I believe beta 9. I can message from my watch which is not a issue but then when I get a reply to iMessages they are not going through to the Watch. I get a...
  16. L

    Sleep tracking for Apple Watch series 5 leaked

    From 9to5Mac: “The new feature — codenamed “Burrito” internally and called “Time in Bed tracking” — will allow users to choose to wear Apple Watch to bed. If the user has more than one Apple Watch, they can pick one to be their designated bedtime Watch. While asleep, the Apple Watch will track...
  17. HengenJL

    Apple Watch Fill the Rings Challenge

    Boom! You have been invited to compete in ''September Challenge''! First, download Challenges: http://apple.co/29WoKbl Once you have the app, enter invite code: 'nv8g' or tap on the link below to join: loseit-challenges://join?eligibilitycode=nv8g For those who may ask, the Challenges app...
  18. Milfan

    Apple Watch 3 After replacement force touch doesnt work

    Hey, so I replaced the whole display and also force touch. Display is working without any harm, but force touch doesnt work. I cleaned it well, tried more than just one force touch piece and still without any response.. Any idea if there is some kind of software problem or anything? Thank...
  19. N

    Catalina and Remote Control Music App

    Hi folks, I tried googling and searching this forum, but could not find any solution to this. Am I mistaken, or is the ability to remote control the new Music App, previously iTunes, with your Apple Watch? Both devices are on the latest betas and yet the remote app on the watch can't seem to...
  20. chiltern14

    Apple Music needed to make the most out of Apple Watch?

    I’m currently with Spotify Premium and am looking to get the Apple Watch 5 when it comes out in September (will be my first AW). I’ve heard that Apple Music is leagues ahead of Spotify and its competitors when it comes it Apple Watch integration, with it being the only service that allows music...