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Bleeding Edge TV 534: How to change & customize watch faces on the Apple watch
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Features, Podcasts, Videocasts, Videos,
When Apple launched the Apple Watch, it shipped with 10 distinct watch faces that you can choose from. Even better, many of the Apple Watch faces also feature varying levels of customization, allowing you to add complications like the date, calendar appointments, fitness data, and more. In this episode, I show you how to change the watch face on your Apple Watch, as well as customize the faces to your specific liking!
You can pick up the Apple Watch now from the Apple Store online.
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Watch OS 1.0.1 update now available for Apple Watch
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Software,
Apple has just released the first software update for the Apple Watch. You can upgrade to Watch OS 1.0.1 by going through the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. To update:
- Launch the Apple Watch app
- Go into General
- Select Software Update
- Tap Download and Install
Aside from general performance improvements and bug fixes, Watch OS 1.0.1 brings improved performance for:
- Siri
- Measuring stand activity
- Calculating calories for indoor cycling and rowing workouts
- Distance and pace during outdoor walk and run workouts
- Accessibility
- Third-party apps
- Display support for new diverse emoji characters
- Additional language support for Brazilian, Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Thai, Turkish
To perform the update, your Apple Watch must be in range of your iPhone, connected to its charger, and have at least 50% battery life.
Apple Watch apps that should be available at (or near) launch
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Software,
Apple published a page that shows off a bunch of third-party apps that various developers are working on for the Apple Watch. As you can see, there are a lot of big name companies on board, like Target, American Airlines, Nike, MLB, Instagram, Starwood Hotels, and many more. Fitness, travel, shopping, fun, social networking, and even entertainment apps are all included on the page.
The more you wear Apple Watch, the more you’ll realize just how personal a device it is. Because with so many different apps available, you can choose the ones that are most relevant to you, and create a customized experience. There are already apps for airlines, department stores, social networks, and more that take advantage of the unique opportunities the wrist brings. And with new apps being built for Apple Watch every day, this is just the beginning.
Our guess is that the vast majority of these apps will be ready on day one, when the Apple Watch is released on April 24. See anything that surprises you on this list?
Unboxing Live 155: LG G Watch R review
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Features, Videocasts, Wearables,
We bring you a look at the LG G Watch R Android Wear smartwatch in this episode. The LG G Watch R is the first smartwatch to sport a completely round P-OLED display. Other notable features include heart rate monitoring, turn-by-turn directions, voice control, and much more. You can pick up the LG G Watch R, which works with devices running Android 4.3 or greater, from AT&T and other retailers.
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Apple releases iOS 8.2 with Apple Watch support
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Software,
Following its Spring Forward Apple Watch event, Apple has released iOS 8.2 publicly. The update brings about minor fixes, along with one big feature: Apple Watch support. In order to use the Apple Watch, you’ll need to be running iOS 8.2 on your iPhone 5, 5s, 5c, 6, or 6 Plus. After installing the update, you’ll find the new Apple Watch app on your home screen, which is what you will use to download apps and manage settings for your Apple Watch, should you pick one up.
iOS 8.3 will follow soon, with new diverse emoji and wireless CarPlay support. In the meantime, you can download iOS 8.2 now.
Here’s the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, starting at $29
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, Wearables,
Apple has announced that the Apple Watch will get about 18 hours of battery life per charge, and that it will charge from empty to 80% in about 90 minutes, or to 100% in about two-and-a-half hours. That's long enough for most anybody, but if you find yourself needing to charge in the midde of the day, you should know about the Magnetic Charging Cable for the Apple Watch, which makes it super easy to charge. As you can see in the image above, the Magnetic Charging Cable snaps to the rear side of the Apple Watch, making it easy to apply. The Apple Watch itself will include one of these chargers, and if you need an extra, you can buy a 2 meter Magnetic Charging Cable for $39, or a shorter (and cheaper) 1 meter Magnetic Charging Cable for $29.
Be sure to check out all of the news from Apple's Spring Forward Apple Watch event!
Apple Watch band pricing revealed
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, Wearables, Design,
We've already given you the complete breakdown on the Apple Watch pricing, but what if you want to buy additional watch bands or other accessories from Apple? We've got the pricing for that as well, and depending on how fashionable you want to be, pricing can get pretty steep:
- Sport Band: $49
- Leather Loop: $149
- Classic Buckle: $149
- Milanese Loop: $149
- Modern Buckle Leather: $249
- Stainless steel Link Bracelet: $449
The prices listed would obviously be for purchasing an extra band for your Apple Watch, separate from what it already comes with. The question that remains now is, are you looking to pick up an extra band for your Apple Watch in order to switch it up for style or activity?
Be sure to check out the rest of our coverage of today's Apple Spring Forward event.
Apple Watch Pricing: Here’s what you’ll pay for Sport, Watch, and Edition models
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Corporate News,
During this morning's Apple Spring Forward event, the company finally filled in the blanks on how much all three versions of the Apple Watch will cost. If you are wanting anything other than the Apple Watch Sport model (which Apple previously announced as starting at $349,) then you might need to start saving up now in advance of the Apple Watch release date. Here's the breakdown:
APPLE WATCH SPORT
- Apple Watch Sport: $349 for 38mm, $399 for 42mm
APPLE WATCH (STAINLESS STEEL)
- Sport Band: $549 for 38mm, $599 for 42mm
- Classic Buckle: $649 for 38mm, $699 for 42mm
- Milanese Loop: $649 for 38mm, $699 for 42mm
- Leather Loop: $699 (42mm only)
- Modern Buckle: $749 (38mm only)
- Link Bracelet: $949 for 38mm, $999 for 42mm
- Space Black Link Bracelet: $1049 for 38mm, $1099 for 42mm
APPLE WATCH EDITION (18K GOLD)
- Sport Band: $10,000 for 38mm, $12,000 for 42mm
- Classic Buckle: $15,000 (42mm only)
- Modern Buckle: $17,000 (38mm only)
There you have it! Are you looking to pick up an Apple Watch? If so, what model are you looking to pick up now that you have the details on Apple Watch pricing?
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Apple Watch will be available on April 24, preview and pre-order on April 10
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Corporate News,
Apple is holding its Spring Forward event, focused on Apple Watch, this morning. The company just announced that the Apple Watch will be released on April 24 in the US and select countries, answering the question of when everyone will be able to get their hands on the hot new wearable coming out of Cupertino. The Apple Watch will be available in Apple Stores nationwide, but if you'd rather have it sent to you, you'll be able to pre-order one starting on April 10th, starting at $349 for the Apple Watch Sport. Be sure to check out the full Apple Watch pricing breakdown to see exactly what you'll have to pay for the Watch and band combo that you've been eyeing, along with the costs for additional Apple Watch bands.
Apple Watch will get 18 hours of battery life per charge
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Wearables, Corporate News,
One of the biggest questions about the Apple Watch was answered this morning at the Spring Forward event. According to Apple, the Apple Watch will get 18 hours of battery life per charge.
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