There are lots of major changes which are coming with a major update to the Apple WatchOS 5. The new update will become available to all Apple Watch 2 and Apple Watch 3 people by the 17th of September.
Apple watches users can also expect a new Walkie Talkie mode which will help them to immediately connect with family and friend with the help of short audio snippets. So, here are the four new ways by which the Apple Watch will help you to close your rings.
Compete with friends
One of the best things that you can do for your own fitness is to have an accountability partner. With the help of WatchOS 5, you will be able to challenge your friends to weekly competitions, apart from that you will also be able to track your friend’s progress.
Automatic workout detection
This is one of the biggest new fitness features, that is automatic workout detection. When the Apple senses that you are beginning a workout, it will easily suggest it starts tracking it. And at any point in time, if you forget to stop tracking when your workout is over, then the Apple Watch will detect the same and will automatically end it.
More workout modes
Apple has also revealed 12 new workout modes. For example, Yoga is now a recognized workout type. As is hiking which tracks your pace, elevation and heart rate.
New metrics while running
At the time of running, you will get new metrics at the time of the workout. For instance, while at the time of an outdoor run, the Apple Watch will keep track of all your mile pace.
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