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Apple releases first developer betas for iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, tvOS 14.5, and watchOS 7.4 [u]

The first developer betas of iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, tvOS 14.5, and watchOS 7.4 are here and available for testing by developers.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Black Unity Apple Watch and Sport Band now available to order

Apple on Monday launched a limited-edition Black Unity Apple Watch and Sport Band to celebrate Black History Month.

Will Shanklin | 3 years ago

iOS 14.4, QR tips, Apple's money, and note apps on the AppleInsider podcast

Apple releases a record-breaking earnings report, iOS 14.4 launches with updates to HomePod mini, tips for creating Wi-Fi network QR codes and we highlight the new document creation app, Craft.

Stephen Robles | 3 years ago

Apple releases watchOS 7.3 with Unity watch face, wider ECG support

Apple has just released watchOS 7.3 to the public with a new Unity watch face and expanded ECG support.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

Apple issues release candidate betas for iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, and watchOS 7.3

Apple is now on its third round of betas in this current generation of releases, providing developers with new builds of iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, and watchOS 7.3 as release candidates.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple issues second developer betas for iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, watchOS 7.3

Apple is now on its second round of developer betas, providing testers with new builds of iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, and watchOS 7.3.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple Watch users can take part in 2021's 'Ring in the New Year' challenge

Apple Watch users are now able to take part in the "Ring in the New Year Challenge," which will grant an award for people who close all their rings for seven days in a row.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple Watch prototype hardware images show early watchOS software

Images of an Apple Watch prototype inside a special security case have surfaced, showing pre-watchOS development software and a "Lisa Tester" app that shows how the finished springboard would look.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple Car rumors, AirPods Max tips, and more on the AppleInsider podcast

Apple is still rumored to be developing an "Apple Car," plus we cover unexpected issues using Apple Watch with Family Setup, tips and tricks for AirPods Max, and our favorite software services of the year.

Stephen Robles | 3 years ago

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Building on the launch of Apple Fitness+ on Monday week, fitness club chain Life Time and retailer Best Buy this week announced promotional tie-ins with the Apple Watch-powered workout product.

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

Apple releases watchOS 7.2 with better ECG and Apple Fitness+

Apple has released watchOS 7.2 to the public with an improved ECG function and support for Apple Fitness+.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple Watch ECG will soon work at higher heart rates of up to 150BPM

The Apple Watch will soon be able to detect atrial fibrillation via the ECG function at higher heart rates than at present, potentially allowing for someone who was working out to use the app without relaxing beforehand.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple issues release candidate betas for iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2

Apple is now on its fourth round of developer betas for most of its operating systems, with new release candidate builds of iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, and watchOS 7.2 available for testing.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Dutch antitrust regulators launch probe into Apple Pay

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets has turned a critical eye to manufacturers that limit access to any smartphone's near-field communications system.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

Apple issues third betas for iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2 [u]

Apple is now on its third generation of betas, providing developers with new builds of iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, tvOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple releases second tvOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2 betas to developers

Apple on Wednesday issued the second beta versions of watchOS 7.2 and tvOS 14.3 to developers for testing.

Wesley Hilliard | 4 years ago

Apple issues second beta of iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3 to developers

Apple has moved onto a new generation of betas, with the second developer builds of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 now available for testing.

Malcolm Owen | 4 years ago

Apple issues first iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2, tvOS 14.3 betas to developers [u]

Apple on Thursday issued the first beta versions of iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2 and tvOS 14.3 to developers for testing.

AppleInsider Staff | 4 years ago

FDA approves Apple Watch app NightWare to treat PTSD nightmares

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved an Apple Watch app to help with the treatment of PTSD, with NightWare being an app available only under a prescription.

Malcolm Owen | 4 years ago

Spotify is rolling out standalone streaming for Apple Watch

Spotify is starting to roll out streaming audio support for Apple Watch, meaning users will be able to listen to music or podcasts without an iPhone nearby.