WatchOS 8 Update with New Features

YES! Apple has finally announced its new launch of WatchOS 8 at the WWDC 2021 Keynote.

This new update has brought many new features that will help you stay healthy, active, and connected. So many useful tools have been upgraded, like the wallet, and the access to so many things are at your wrist. You even need not take your iPhone out of your pocket. In addition, this Update comes with nearby smart devices. Well, it'd be better if we discuss all these things in detail.

We have covered all the new updates you get in your wrist after OS 8 Update, and your doubts in this article will be clear. So, let's break the ice and determine the benefits of this new watchOS 8 Update without any further due.

Release Date of WatchOS 8

It is expected that this version update will be officially launched with the new Apple Watch 7 and iPhone 13 in September. If you create a developer account or you've, you can easily access the beta version, and the public one will be launched in July.

What's in New WatchOS 8?

Apple has bought a bunch of new features in their latest software update. Let's go through all the exciting updates!

• More Access With Wallet

After syncing with the new iOS15, you will have complete control over all the digital keys you have for the office, home, hotel etc. Just by using your watch, you would make the payments on the shops. In fact, till the end of this year, US users will be able to attach their Driver's License or State ID to the wallet.

• Redesigned Home App

Whenever there is any smart device in your range, you will get automatic suggestions such as unlocking the door or turning off the lights. You can even control the CCTV just with the help of the watch OS 8 on your wrist.

• New Workout Types

This Update has bought two new kinds of workouts - Tai Chi Vs. Pilates. These exercises are so relaxing for the mind and physique.

• New Approach to Mindfulness

Yoga has brought a complete change in the thought process of today's world. Now people are eager to find that one moment where they can be mindful. And for this, Apple has contributed through their new breathe app, Reflect. This takes a small session of only 1 min. With each passing session, you enter into a completely different frame of mind.

• Sleeping Respiratory Rate

People are busy and don't have a good sleeping cycle. Here Apple helps users set a pre-bedtime, and during the whole sleep, it monitors your sleeping respiratory rate. Apple Watch has an accelerometer to this rate.

• Portraits Watch Face and Photos

Now, after this Update, your apple watch will have the portrait mode that the iPhone has. You will even be able to share the photos via messages and mail without taking your iPhone out of your pocket.

• Message and Contacts

We've already discussed the above paragraph; you will even send messages through just your watch. But, of course, you'll have emojis and GIFs, too and will also be able to correct the errors with the help of a digital crown.

• Focus

This feature will help you to remove all the distractions while you're doing something important. You will have several features like Do not disturb, fitness, work and sleep. You can even sync with the customer focus according to your requirement. When someone tries to contact you, you'll get a notification that you're in "Focus Time."

Watch OS 8 Supported devices.

After the Apple Watch 3, update OS 8 is compatible with each device. So all you need to have is at least an iPhone 6s with the latest iOS 15. Exact requirements are valid for the developer and beta version as well.