With the help of the new application "Radio" on Apple Watch you can communicate with your family and friends with just one touch of the screen. Below we will explain how to set up and use the app.
To use the Walkie Talkie app, both users must have an Apple Watch Series 1 or later with watchOS 5. In addition, you must have FaceTime set up on your iPhone for audio calls.
Please note that the Walkie Talkie app is not available in all countries/regions.
The Walkie-talkie application is designed for negotiations with each other. First you need to add a friend and wait until he accepts the invitation.
1) To get started, open the Radio app on your smart watch.
2) Tap the "+" icon and then search for the desired contact.
3) An invitation will be sent to the selected contact. When the user accepts the invitation, their contact card in the Walkie Talkie app will turn from gray to yellow.
1) To remove a friend from the app, swipe left on his card.
2) Click " X».
You can also delete contacts in the Apple Watch app for iPhone:
1) Select walkie-talkie on the home screen, then press Change.
2) Click the "-" next to the contact you want to remove.
3) Click Remove.
If you receive an invitation from someone in the Walkie Talkie app, do the following:
1) Find the notification with the invitation, holding the top of the dial, and then swipe down the screen to open the Notification Center.
2) Find the notification and tap it.
3) Click Always Allow.
Can't find the notification? Make sure you have Do Not Disturb turned off.
How to turn on / off the radio
1) Open the radio app on Apple Watch.
2) Turn on access so that users can send you invitations.
If you have enabled silent mode, you will still hear user notifications and messages. The Walkie Talkie app will not work with Do Not Disturb mode and Theater mode.
1) In the application find and select the desired contact.
2) Press the button and start talking. Release the button when finished.
If the Apple Watch is in this moment on the recipient, he will receive a notification about your message.
You can change the message volume using the Digital Crown.
The Walkie Talkie app is very easy to use, just like a regular walkie talkie. To communicate, just touch the screen.
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In the box with the Apple Watch Series 3, we found a miserly gentleman's set: an induction tablet charger, a 1 A plug, a silicone strap with one additional clasp of a different length, and documentation.
Apple Watch Series 3 with eSIM support, as well as modifications of Hermès and Edition in Russia, unfortunately, are not represented. This means that variations with sapphire crystal, steel and ceramic cases are not sold here either.
What you can choose from: one of two sizes (38 mm and 42 mm), one of four colors of the silicone strap (smoky, pink, gray and black), depending on which one of the three colors of the aluminum case (silver, gold and " gray space).
There is also a modification of Nike + for athletes and fans of the brand of the same name - with thematic design of the dials and special mesh straps.
There is no difference in specifications depending on the size. The price difference is small - relative to the cost of the watch itself. Therefore, it should be guided only by personal preferences. I have an Apple Watch with a case length of 38 mm, and I really like it, I don’t feel infringed, I don’t want a “full-size” version.
The only controversial point is the choice of a specific Apple models watch. At the moment, models of the first and third series are officially sold. If you need an iOS remote control, activity tracker, and workout tracking, the Apple Watch Series 1 is enough. If it's water-resistant and tracks swim tracks in the pool, listening to music without a smartphone, and a hardware reserve for the future, the Apple Watch Series 3 is better.
Users are already wondering how to use this new smart gadget from the "apple" corporation. Most video reviews touch on this point only superficially, so we decided to start a whole series of articles that will help you (or even dissuade you from buying them).
The Apple Watch only has two physical buttons (a digital crown and a power off button), but like the iPhone, you can do a lot with them.
For example, to enlarge the image on the screen, it is enough twist the digital crown in different directions. This technique works with the home screen, maps, photos, and many other applications. Works like the wheel on older iPods, so you'll get the hang of it quickly.
To activate (well, what if you are the owner of an American bank card), press the off button twice.
How to take a screenshot on Apple Watch? According to rumors, this requires press the digital crown and the off button at the same time. True, in practice, for some reason, no one has yet checked it (we will check everything).
Of course, Apple Watch control capabilities are not limited to physical buttons. You can also switch between screens with swipes and interact with the display by tapping. By the way, to activate Force touch, you need to use a long, slightly stronger press on the screen.
These are just a few of the basics that will help you get the most out of your watch. We will definitely continue to talk about all the new features on our website.
Apple Watch Series 3 is the latest generation of smartwatches from the Cupertino tech giant. Unlike the Series 2, they are equipped with a standalone LTE module that works through the built-in eSIM (not yet supported in Russia), so they can be used even without a smartphone. But it will still be required to activate the device.
To turn it on, press and hold the "long" (not round!) side button until the manufacturer's logo appears on the display.
If after 10-15 seconds of holding the long side button the screen does not flash and the device does not turn on, make sure that it is sufficiently charged. Connect the "charger" and leave for 30 minutes. After that, you can try to turn on the device again.
For initial setup you will also need a smartphone updated to latest version iOS, with Bluetooth enabled and active connection to the Internet (by mobile network or WiFi).
To initially set up smart watch, you need an iPhone with internet access. How to connect these two devices:
The smartwatch copies the settings profile from the connected smartphone upon initial activation. That is, if Wi-Fi, GPS, Siri, etc. are enabled on the iPhone, they are automatically activated on the companion device as well. Passwords wireless networks will also be transferred along with the rest of the data.
You can enable WiFi on Apple Watch 3, as well as disable it or configure other settings, directly in the corresponding window of the initial setup wizard.
In the First Time Setup Wizard, you can also:
During the initial setup process, various usage tips will be displayed on the smartphone screen.
Tracking software physical indicators called "Activity" and is pre-installed with watchOS, meaning it's ready to go right out of the box.
Interesting
Instructions on how to enable or disable activity tracking are shown directly in the initial setup wizard on the smartphone. There are hints in the app itself.
The donut chart interface displays the following metrics:
Swipe up on the screen with pie charts to view detailed information about each parameter.
The "Exercise" and "Warm Up" options are not configurable. "Mobility" can be changed with a strong tap on any screen - this will open a screen with settings for the number of calories that you need to burn to achieve your daily goal.
Reminders about the need to "walk" are configured in the control application on the smartphone, in the "My watch" - "Activity" tab.
No way. This model, like the previous ones, is not equipped with a built-in tonometer and therefore cannot measure blood pressure.
To measure the pulse, you need to launch the "Pulse" program from the application menu. In addition, the device constantly analyzes the heart rate when the "Training" mode is active, as well as 3 minutes after it ends.
When you open the Pulse program for the first time, the application will prompt you to turn on notifications about increased heart rate in the absence of physical activity of use. This function can be activated if necessary.
To measure heart rate, photoplethysmography technology is used, i.e. the pulse is analyzed by the degree of light transmission of blood in the vessels under the skin.
As a result, the quality of the pulse measurement may vary depending on how the photocells are attached to the skin, skin color, the health of the user, and other factors. The exact value may differ by several beats per minute from the measured one, both up and down.
There are no built-in tools for monitoring the quality and phases of sleep in this companion device. Therefore, it is recommended to use a third-party for tracking. software, which can be downloaded from the AppStore - such as Sleep++, AutoSleep, Sleep Better, Sleep Tracker, etc.
The principle of operation of various third-party software is approximately the same. Required:
To use the watch as a smart alarm, you will also need to install third-party software that supports this function. For example, Sleep++ or similar from the list above.
In order for the branded payment service to work, you will need to set a password code. This is described in the instructions for the initial setup of the device. In addition, right in the same menu, you can link the card with which you plan to pay for purchases.
To configure the service, if this item was skipped in the initial setup menu, you will need:
That's it, the branded payment service will work.
To pay in the store, you will need to quickly press the side button on the watch twice and then bring it face down to the terminal. When activated, they vibrate slightly.
Need to know
If the transaction size exceeds 1,000 rubles, you will have to enter the PIN code of the linked card at the terminal to pay.
The watch can only unlock computers and Mac laptops that run on macOS High Sierra and support wireless connection via Bluetooth. In addition, all company devices must be linked to the same account. To set up unlocking, do the following:
All. The computer will now unlock automatically.
You need to use the supplied wireless charger for charging. It is enough to connect it to the network and put the watch with the back side on its active surface. The charger is equipped with special magnets that automatically align it.
You can also use AirPower wireless charging.
For charging, you can use not only the household network. The power cable can also be connected to the ports Computer USB, laptop, external battery("power bank") or any similar charger.
Software update (watchOS) is done through a linked iPhone smartphone. Instruction:
You can only remove the watch from charging after the update is complete.
No you can not. Apple Watch does not work with Android phones. There is no third party app that mimics the corresponding iOS software.
However, the user community is looking for a different way to link these two devices. But for now, the answer to the question “Does Apple Watch work with Android” is no, it doesn’t.
First, make sure it's a Watch and not an "iWatch smartwatch" or something like that.
How to check Apple Watch upon purchase:
GPS does not turn off. Can be disabled on the phone, then the number of location requests will decrease slightly.
If your Apple Watch won't charge, you can try the following:
If it still won't charge, take it to a service center.
The easiest way to reset is to remotely delete all personal data through the iCloud service:
Through the application is a little more difficult. More about this will be written later in this instruction in Russian (in the section "How to break a pair").
In order to reset the watch (perform the so-called "Apple Watch Restore"), the associated iPhone must be connected to the Internet via mobile communications or WiFi.
The 3rd generation companion device (Apple Watch series 3) supports the standard to a limited extent. wireless charging Qi, so it may be compatible with some chargers. Try to attach it with the back to the active charger with Qi support for a few seconds. If charging goes on, this device can be used.
Before selling the watch, you will need to remove your own credentials from it. How to unlink Apple Watch from Apple ID:
Unbinding also resets to factory settings.
This may be due to the following:
To unlock your watch, touch the screen or briefly press any button, and then enter the passcode you set earlier.
Using the Apple Pay payment system on Apple Watch is simple, just link your cards once. After that, you will no longer need to carry your iPhone with you all the time to make a purchase. Next, consider detailed instructions how to pay from apple watch using this service.
To get started, you need an Apple Watch with a sensor and an iPhone, we will use it to enter information on the cards. They need to be linked to the service in order to make payments using smart watches. Let's get started.
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Now you can use Apple Pay - pay for purchases in stores, pharmacies, applications for hours.
Let's take a look at how to use Apple Pay on your Apple Watch directly when making purchases. To do this, you must be connected to the Internet: either via Wi-Fi or via a cellular connection.
To make a payment in a store or pharmacy, you need to double-click the side button smart watch and hold the watch at a distance of 2 cm from the terminal until it vibrates, this completes the process. In rare cases, if the purchase amount is large, you may need to enter a pin code or sign a check. After payment, a notification will be sent to the smart watch that the funds have been debited.
You can link several cards to Apple Pay, by double-clicking the one that is set by default is selected. You can also choose any other. As a standard, we press the button twice, after which we scroll “right” or “left” until the desired card appears on the screen.
If the program has Apple Pay in the "Payment Methods" section, then you can complete the process using a smart watch. Here is a guide on how to do this.
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Let's analyze the features of using Apple Pay in Russia.
For 2017, you can only pay with cards of the following banks: Sberbank, Alfa-Bank, Bank Saint Petersburg, VTB24, MDM, MTS, Otkritie, Raiffeisen Bank, Tinkoff. Tariff, type of service does not matter.
In the iPhone settings, it is mandatory to set the request for a 4-digit code on the apple watch. Before going to the store, make sure that the bank card is linked to the watch, since Apple Watch and iPhone are 2 standalone devices.
Payment is made in the same way as in other countries. The Bank of Russia does not charge any commission for using the service, the user pays the amount indicated no more than in the check.
Let's discuss the most common questions that arise when using Apple Pay.
Yes, information about bank card is stored on the device in an encrypted form, so there is no possibility that someone will spy on personal data.
A 4-digit code password is required on a smart device, so even in the event of a theft, you can be calm: an attacker will not be able to pay for the purchase without entering it.
It's out of the question operating system blocks the installation of suspicious programs. It is also impossible to install software from unverified sources.
You can pay by the clock using the system in any establishments where there is a corresponding badge. It can be hotels, supermarkets, shops, cafes and so on.
