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Apple Seeds Second Beta of WatchOS 5.1.3 to Developers

December 20, 2018December 20, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

Apple has released the second beta of the next update to WatchOS, WatchOS 5.1.3. The update is available to developer testers only as it requires a configuration profile from the Apple Dev Center. The build comes a week after the first beta was released. Participating in the beta program for WatchOS is a bit more … Read moreApple Seeds Second Beta of WatchOS 5.1.3 to Developers

Today’s Deal – Apple Watch Series 3 for $229 at Amazon

December 12, 2018December 12, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

Today’s Deal is a great one if you have been looking to pick up an Apple Watch. Right now on Amazon, you can pick up the Series 3 38mm GPS watch for $229. That’s $50 off the regular price and makes the most popular wearable device on the market down-right affordable. If that 38mm size … Read moreToday’s Deal – Apple Watch Series 3 for $229 at Amazon

Control Your Walkie-Talkie Availability in Control Center in WatchOS 5.1.2

December 7, 2018December 7, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

While the focus of the release of WatchOS 5.1.2 yesterday was on the ECG app coming to the Apple Watch Series 4, there were other goodies in the release for everyone. One of those is the Walkie-Talkie availability can now be controlled via Control Center on your Apple Watch. Previously, if you wanted to change … Read moreControl Your Walkie-Talkie Availability in Control Center in WatchOS 5.1.2

WatchOS 5.1.2 to Be Released Today Bringing ECG Support to Apple Watch Series 4

December 7, 2018December 6, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

Apple has confirmed that WatchOS 5.1.2 will be released later this morning. The new update will bring the much anticipated Electrocardiogram feature to the Apple Watch Series 4. It will also bring irregular heartbeat notifications to all supported Watches. The ECG feature was one of the most touted features at the launch of the Apple … Read moreWatchOS 5.1.2 to Be Released Today Bringing ECG Support to Apple Watch Series 4

Charge Your Apple Watch in Style With The Satechi Watch Stand (Review)

December 5, 2018December 5, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

Whether you are wanting to have a stand for your Apple Watch by your bed or on your desk, the Satechi Watch Stand is one to have on your short list. Available in all the standard Apple device colors, the all aluminum design of the Satechi stand is uncompromising in functionality, style, and construction.

I recently received the Satechi Watch Stand and much like the Mobile Dock that I reviewed in November 2018, it was a desktop accessory that I immediately enjoyed. The design and style – and the fact that it matches my Mobile Dock and my MacBook with its gold finish – makes me pleased each time I walk into my office.

IDC Reports Apple Shipped 4.2 Million Apple Watch Units Last Quarter

December 4, 2018December 4, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

In their latest report on wearables, IDC has indicated that Apple shipped just over 4 million Apple Watch units in the third quarter of 2018. It represents a 54% growth over the same quarter in 2017 and was largely driven by the Series 3 watch.

In total, IDC estimates that 4.2 million Apple Watch models were shipped in the quarter. That is compared to 2.7 million in 2018. The jump in shipments moved Apple to 13.1% of the overall marketshare, up from 10.3% for the same quarter in 2017. That said, Apple still does not lead in the overall marketshare. That goes to Xiaomi which holds 21.5% of the market.

ECG Reportedly Coming to The Apple Watch Series 4 in WatchOS 5.1.2

November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

The highly anticipated ECG feature of the Apple Watch Series 4 is slated to be released with WatchOS 5.1.2. The news comes via MacRumors who obtained internal Apple Store training documents.

The documents state that the ECG app will available only in the United States initially as it is a regulated app. It must be cleared by local health authorities prior to being available in specific countries or regions. The FDA has approved the feature here in the United States.

Cyber Monday – Apple Watch Series 3 With GPS and Cellular is $299

November 26, 2018November 26, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

As part of their Cyber Monday sale, Amazon has a great deal on the Apple Watch Series 3 going on today. You can pick up the Series 3 in 38mm with both GPS and Cellular connectivity, in Space Grey or Silver Aluminum, for just $299. Want the bigger 42mm? No problem. It is down to $329.

In both cases, you are saving $80 off the regular price of the Series 3, which has been a real game changer for Apple and the smart watch market in general.

UnitedHealthcare Offering an Apple Watch to Subscribers for Staying Active

November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

Joining other health insurance companies like Aetna, UnitedHealthcare has begun offering an Apple Watch to subscribers in exchange for staying active. The program, part of what UHC calls their “Motion” program, will provide a Series 3 Watch for those who enroll in the program and request the Watch. In return, subscribers earn up to $4 per day towards the cost of the watch by staying active.

UnitedHealthcare offers three different ways in which subscribers can earn that $4 credit.

Frequency: Complete 500 steps in 7 minutes an hour apart, at least six times per day
Intensity: Complete 3,000 steps in 30 minutes, at least once per day; and
Tenacity: Complete at least 10,000 steps per day.

Complete any of these and track it through the Apple Watch and the $4 credit is earned.

Apple Releases New (PRODUCT)RED Sports Loop Band for Apple Watch

November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 by Clinton Fitch

For the first time, Apple has released a Sports Loop band for the Apple Watch with a (PRODUCT)RED color option. The $49 band is available in both the 40mm and 44mm sizes for the Series 4 Watch. For previous generations, those size will fit the 38mm and 42mm Watch respectively.

Apple has been a long time supporter and partner of (PRODUCT)RED, an organization that supports HIV and AIDS programs throughout the world. (RED) offers counseling, testing and medications for these diseases and works diligently to prevent spread of the diseases. You can find out more at the (RED) site.

For Apple’s part, every (PRODUCT)RED purchase made contributes directly to the Global Fund to fight HIV/AIDS.