watchOS 9, Apple introduced a number of new features, such as new exercise metrics. sleep phase tracking Low Power Mode, and more, with several notable minor changes and additions that make Apple Watch more productive and convenient.
In this article, 20 features watchOS 9 are available to users of Apple Watch Series 4 or later and iPhone 8 or later running iOS 16.
1. Email Notifications When not connected to iPhone
Apple Watch users can receive email notifications from third-party email accounts from a paired iPhone, but on watchOS 9, they’ll be notified when an important message is sent to their Apple Watch while away from the iPhone.
This option uses iCloud servers to securely access third-party accounts. And it needs to be enabled manually in settings.
- Open the Watch app on iPhone.
- Tap My Watch.
- Tap Mail.
- Then turn on Email Notifications under “When Not Connected to iPhone.”
2. View the activity ring during exercise.
Previously, if a user was exercising with Apple Watch and wanted to see what the Activity ring was like. After that, they would have to quit the Workout app and switch to the Activity app. Now users don’t need to do that. Because the activity ring can be viewed immediately in the exercise screen. Just scroll up with the Digital Crown.
3. Follow Podcasts
In watchOS 9, Apple has finally improved the Podcasts app, and for the first time, you can follow and unfollow podcasts directly from your Apple Watch by tapping Listen Now > You Might Like, then tapping the desired item. and select Follow
4. Add calendar events on the watch.
Not limited to viewing calendar events synced from iPhone only, events can now be added as well. Just tap the ellipsis button (three dots) that appears in the corner of the screen when we stop scrolling. Then tap on the + New Event (+New Event) button.
In the next screen it can add all the usual details. including the event name, location, start date and time. End date and time and determine whether it is a repeat activity or not Before adding an event, you can also choose which calendar to add. add invitees Choose to receive notifications and include notes
5. Astronomical dial
iOS 16 has added a new dynamic wallpaper option to the revamped iPhone lock screen settings. And a watch face is also available in watchOS 9: the Astronomy watch face.
It is actually a revamped version of the original Astronomical watch face. But it has been reworked to include a new star map and current cloud data based on the user’s location. The Earth, Moon or Solar System can be set as the main view. and custom fonts. Turning the Digital Crown allows you to fast forward or rewind to view the moon or planetary positions for another day.
6. Follow your old path.
You don’t need an Apple Watch Ultra to use the redesigned Compass app’s Backtrack feature. If you’re running an Apple Watch Series 6 or later and running watchOS 9, you can use the Compass app. to follow your path and helps you to follow your original path in case you get lost.
Walking tracking is intended for use in remote settings. away from familiar places such as your home or office. and outside densely populated areas where Wi-Fi is not available.
- Open the Compass app, tap the Footprints icon.
- and tap Start to begin recording your route.
- To follow your original path, tap the Pause icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
- then tap Follow the same route (Retrace Steps). The location you tap for the first time will be displayed on the compass.
- Walk back that route to return to where you first turned on walking tracking. When finished, tap the Footprints icon, then tap Delete Steps.
7. Change the dial according to the focus (Focus).
In iOS 16, everything about Focus can be customized, not just the Home screen and Lock screen that can be set. dedicated focus mode
- On iPhone, go to Settings Settings.
- Go to Focus and select an existing focus or create a new one. Set notifications mute options for people and apps when focus is active.
- then in the section To “Customize Screens,” tap Edit under the watch face options.
- Select a watch from the Apple Watch watch face gallery, then tap Done.
That’s it, the selected Apple Watch face will be associated with focus mode. The watch face is automatically activated the next time focus is enabled on the iPhone.
8. View the edited text.
In iOS 16 Apple added the ability to edit messages sent via iMessage, and in watchOS 9 you can view edits in received messages. Just tap and hold the blue Edited word below the text to reveal the edits, and tap Hide Edits to disappear again.
9. Fix Reminders
Previously, the Reminders app only allowed to view or add reminders. It is now possible to edit existing reminders and add important details. Includes date and time, location, tags and notes, and reminders can be moved between them directly on the watch.
10. Change calendar view
Not only can calendar events be added to the Calendar app on Apple Watch, but can also be switched to day, list, and week views. Just tap the ellipsis button (three dots) that appears in the corner of the screen when the screen stops. then in the section “View Options” can be selected from the next list (Up Next), Day (Day) and List (List). Tap Done.
11. Prioritize background apps in the Dock
This management can be accessed by pressing the side button. The Dock is where users can quickly access their most recently used or favorite apps. Prioritize over the rest of the apps in the Dock, making it easier to get back to them. and the user does not need to take any action. to enable this feature. Because this feature is available by default.
12. Turn off Cellular Data
For years, the iPhone has been able to turn off cellular data and still be able to make and receive incoming calls. Previously, this option wasn’t available on cellular models of Apple Watch, and Apple recently added a button to select either cellular or cellular data mode, so now you can control how to enable or disable it. from on the clock
13. Swimming Foam Detection and SWOLF Score
Good news for swimmers, Apple Watch running watchOS 9 is now able to detect kickboard swim detection as a new stroke type for pool swim workouts. with a SWOLF score, which is a stroke count that is combined with the time in seconds to swim a distance of one pool.
14. Adjust text size
Another useful accessibility feature is the addition of a Text Size control in Control Center in watchOS 9. So Apple Watch apps that support Dynamic Type now resize the text. readable
15. Dictation automatic punctuation
Dictation is a popular feature on Apple Watch for texting. Because it is a speech-to-text feature. This makes it much faster than typing on a very small keyboard on a watch screen, and watchOS 9 has improved this feature by automatically inserting punctuation marks into sentences. (Auto-Punctuation) in real time, where the user does not have to speak. “Comma” or “question mark” anymore.
This feature is enabled by default. But if you want to set it, you can go to Settings (Settings) > General (General) > Dictation (Dictation) > Turn on automatic punctuation. (Auto-punctuation)
16. Apple Watch Mirroring
iOS 16 and watchOS 9 have released the feature. Apple Watch Mirroring (Apple Watch Mirroring), which allows users to view and control the Apple Watch screen from a paired iPhone, is designed to give people with disabilities an accessibility experience. Watch more watches It’s also useful in case your Apple Watch screen is cracked or unresponsive.
Apple Watch Mirroring allows users to control Apple Watch using iPhone assistive features such as Voice Control and Switch Control. and use input which includes voice commands audio work Head tracking or an external Made for iPhone switch as an alternative to touch the Apple Watch screen.
Apple Watch Mirroring is available on Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch Series 7, and Apple Watch Series 8.
17. Use Quick Actions
Quick Actions allow you to respond when your Apple Watch displays an alert, for example when a call comes in. A notification informs the user that they can double pinch to answer a call. You can also use quick actions to snooze an alarm or stop a countdown. Start a workout when Apple Watch detects exercise-like activity. You can also take photos when the viewfinder and shutter button are displayed in the Camera app. To disable or enable quick actions Go to the Settings app on your Apple Watch > Go to Accessibility. (Accessibility) > Quick Actions
18. Control iPhone with Apple Watch
The Apple Watch Mirroring feature (Apple Watch Mirroring), on the other hand, can also be controlled iPhone. Go to Settings > Accessibility. (Accessibility) > then select Control Nearby Devices and select iPhone (or iPad ) from the list.
Once connected Users will see a set of controls that allow them to perform various actions on their iPhone, including returning to the home screen, opening the app switcher, opening the notification center, opening the control center. and activate Siri by tapping the More button to view the media playback controls.
19. Find your car
The redesigned Compass app has the ability to create compass waypoints and then find distances and directions between waypoints. This feature can also be used to find your parked car.
If your car has CarPlay or Bluetooth connectivity, you don’t need to do anything. If your iPhone is paired to your car to some extent, your Apple Watch can sense when you park and disconnect. Then a reference point is placed where your vehicle is located.
Open the Compass app and look for the blue waypoint on the compass dial. Turn the Digital Crown, the dial will zoom in and out. It helps to better understand how far away the car is. Tap Waypoints for more information. Then tap (Select) to see a pointer that will direct you to the car.
20. Add a favorite timer
watchOS 9 can save countdown timers as favorites. Just open the countdown clock app on your Apple Watch and swipe left on the last countdown clock. Then tap the star icon.
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source: macrumors