Introducing WatchOS 10: A Closer Look at Apple's New Watch Operating System

TLDRWatchOS 10 introduces a redesigned home screen, customizable widgets, improved button functionality, topographical maps, and native support for cycling power. The update also includes redesigned native apps and an API for third-party workout software.

Key insights

📱WatchOS 10 features a redesigned home screen with a more vertical layout for easier navigation.

📊The update introduces customizable widgets that intelligently reorder based on user preferences.

🔽The side button now displays the control center, which can be opened by double-tapping.

🗺️WatchOS 10 includes topographical maps, currently available in certain state parks.

🚴‍♂️Native support for cycling power allows Apple Watch to connect to Bluetooth power meters and estimate Functional Threshold Power (FTP).

Q&A

Which Apple Watch models are compatible with WatchOS 10?

—WatchOS 10 is compatible with Watch series 4 and above.

Can Apple Watch navigate offline?

—While WatchOS 10 allows offline map viewing, active navigation still requires an iPhone connection.

Does WatchOS 10 have detailed hill climbing information?

—WatchOS 10 does not provide detailed hill climbing information, but it offers native support for cycling power.

Can third-party software sync or send workouts to the Apple Watch?

—Yes, WatchOS 10 introduced a new workout API that allows third-party software to sync or send workouts directly to the Apple Watch.

Does WatchOS 10 support cycling radar integration?

—WatchOS 10 does not currently support cycling radar integration.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Apple introduces WatchOS 10, the new operating system for Apple Watch.

00:24The home screen on Apple Watch has been redesigned with a more vertical layout for easier navigation.

01:42The update introduces customizable and intelligently ordered widgets.

02:52Button functionality has been improved, with the side button now displaying the control center.

03:58WatchOS 10 includes topographical maps, currently available in certain state parks.

05:08Native support for cycling power allows Apple Watch to estimate Functional Threshold Power (FTP).

06:42WatchOS 10 introduces offline map viewing, but active navigation still requires an iPhone connection.

08:10The update includes a new workout API for third-party software to sync or send workouts directly to the Apple Watch.

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