Apple Unveils watchOS 11: Top Features

New Vitals App

· Analyzes health metrics like heart rate, sleep duration, and SpO2 · Notifies users when multiple metrics are beyond typical ranges · Available on compatible Apple Watch models

Training Load Feature

· Shows workout-induced strain insights over the past week · Compares strain with the last month (28 days) · Allows users to provide an "effort rating" after workouts

Fitness Ring Customization

· Users can "pause" Fitness rings without affecting award streaks · Activity ring goals can be customized by the day of the week · Supports taking a day, week, or month off training

Safety and Personalization Features

· Check In feature from iOS 17 added to the Workout app · Translate app provides translations for 20 languages · Improved Photos watch face uses machine learning

Live Activities and Smart Stack

· New widgets available for the Apple Watch · Live Activities support for apps like Uber · Smart Stack feature displays widgets based on location, time, and routine

Compatibility

· Available later this year · Compatible with Apple Watch Series 6 and newer · Requires iPhone XS or newer updated to iOS 18