Along with iOS 9 beta 3 and OS X El Capitan beta 3 released the third beta of the operating system watchOS 2.0 for the Apple Watch. With the release of this update, developers now have access to the tools to create native applications for smart watch Apple.
In order to install the beta version of WatchOS 2.0 on the Apple Watch need to load the configuration file, SDK and iOS 9 iOS 9 beta. Before installing new firmware on the watch, you need to install on your iPhone the latest beta-release of “nine”.
The main achievement of watchOS 2.0 for users is the ability to use a fully standalone apps for Apple Watch. “The time has come to make this system even better. With watchOS you have 2 more dials to choose from. Faster, more functional app. Enhanced opportunities for communication. And new ways to make the Apple Watch truly yours,” says Apple.
In addition, the new OS can now set your own images as the Wallpaper for the dial. Although Apple has restricted developers the ability to create custom screens, it is possible to add additional information – the so-called “complications” – the existing dials. Now by the user on the screen of the Apple Watch will display the information about flights, charge car battery, scores, etc.
Apple has heard the requests of developers and opened access to key features of the Apple Watch: microphone, speakers, heart rate monitor, called the taptic Engine, Digital Crown, HealthKit and HomeKit. Also the watch has got the capability to play video.
New beta watchOS 2.0 is available for download on the developers website, the final release of the new platform is scheduled for the autumn.
See also:
- The overview of the new features of the Apple Watch in watchOS 2
- Presents watchOS 2.0 – a new platform for “smart” clock Apple
