Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2 models feature a Double Tap gesture that allows users to control various functions by tapping their thumb and index finger together twice. This gesture simplifies navigation when one hand is occupied, enabling actions like answering calls, controlling media playback, and managing notifications. The feature is powered by the S9 chip's Neural Engine and is customizable through the watch or iPhone settings. Older models can use a similar feature called AssistiveTouch.
Apple has released public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18, introducing features like customizable homescreens, a universal app tint, and a built-in calculator for iPads. Future updates will include enhanced Siri capabilities and ChatGPT integration. The new betas also offer a "Recovered" album in the Photos app and fitness updates in watchOS 11.
Apple has released the first public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11, available for download through the Apple Beta Software Program. Key features include enhanced personalization options, a redesigned Control Center, a new Calculator app with Math Notes for iPadOS, iPhone Mirroring for macOS, and new fitness tracking tools for watchOS. The updates also integrate Apple Intelligence, a blend of on-device and cloud processing with optional ChatGPT integration.
The watchOS 11 beta introduces new features like the Vitals app, Training Load, and the ability to pause Activity Rings, making the Apple Watch more flexible and personalized for fitness tracking. These updates allow users to better manage their health and recovery, offering a more balanced approach compared to the previous "always do more" mentality.
Apple has released public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11, featuring updates like RCS messaging support, customizable home screens, and a new Photos app layout. However, advanced Apple Intelligence AI features will be available only in future betas for select devices. Users can enroll in the Apple beta program to try these updates, but should note that rolling back the Apple Watch to a stable version is not possible.
Apple’s WWDC 2024 is expected to showcase new software and hardware updates, including accessibility features for iPad, a redesigned calculator app and UI changes for macOS 15, minor updates for watchOS 11, and expanded native app support and new features for VisionOS 2.0.
Apple's iconic Apple Watch Series 4 may not receive the upcoming watchOS 11 update, with the list of expected recipients including newer models such as the Series 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, as well as the SE and SE 2. While the Series 4 has already received over five years of software support, its potential exclusion from future updates marks the end of an era for a device that introduced significant upgrades to the Apple Watch. The final decision is expected to be announced during Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference in June.
Apple's upcoming watchOS 11 update is rumored to drop support for the 2018 Apple Watch Series 4, making it the oldest currently supported Apple smartwatch. The full device compatibility list for watchOS 11 is said to include newer models such as the Apple Watch Series 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, SE, and Ultra. Apple is expected to preview watchOS 11 and other next-generation software updates at WWDC on June 10, with the updates likely releasing to the public in the fall.
