"WatchOS 8" new function summary.Many, such as renewing breathing apps and supporting digital keys

On June 7, local time, Apple distributed the keynote speech of the developer event "WWDC21" online.The next WatchOS "WatchOS 8" has been officially announced.

"WatchOS 8" has revealed that multiple new features such as updating respiratory apps and adding new workouts will be added.

In this article, we have summarized the new features of "WatchOS 8" based on the presentation of the keynote speech.I would like you to use it for preparation until the official release this fall.

1. 呼吸アプリ
2. 新ワークアウト ｢太極拳｣ ｢ピラティス｣
3. ポートレート写真をウォッチフェイスに
4. メッセージでスクリブル、音声入力、絵文字を組み合わせ可能に
5. 連絡先アプリがApple Watchに実装
6. ｢集中｣ モードに対応
7. Walletアプリに車・自宅・ホテルのキーを追加可能
8. ホームアプリで来訪者の様子が確認可能に
9. 睡眠時の呼吸数を計測できるように
10. WatchOS 8 compatible models

① Breathing app

In "WatchOS 8", the former "breathing" app will be changed to the "Mindfulness" app, and a new session "Reflect" will be implemented.

This reflection is a function that can meditate for one minute and anyway in any environment, so you can calm down.

On the screen, "Remember when you feel calm recently. Please reproduce your feelings at this moment." "Remember one thank you, and think about why you are so grateful.Apple Watch instructs you to remember when you feel happy, such as ".

Of course, the "breathing" session is also available.By the way, the animation when using these sessions has also been changed.

② New workout "Tai Chi" "Pilates"

The Apple Watch has some workouts every year, but new workouts have been implemented this year.

This year's additions are "Tai Chi" and "Pilates".These workouts can be monitored by custom build heart rate and motion algorithm.

In addition, "Apple Fitness +" will add exercises using celebrity songs such as Lady Gaga.

③ Portrait photo is used for watch faces

It is possible to set a portrait photo in a watch face.

The portrait photo is a photo taken with an iPhone camera.A function that allows you to take photos like a single -lens reflex camera with a flashy effect on the background.It features a photo that focuses on the person.

The watch face with a portrait photo is displayed so that the clock overlaps with the person, but when the clock is on the top, it is displayed on the background of the person.

④ Message allows you to combine scribbing, audio input, and emoji

It is possible to send a combination of scribbing, audio input, emoticon messages that can be sent by message application.The message entered can also be edited the text.

It is also possible to search and use hundreds of GIF videos by entering words or phrases as a way to add more expressions.

⑤ Contact app is implemented in Apple Watch

From "WatchOS 8", contact applications are also available on Apple Watch.Easy to browse, add and edit contacts.It is also possible to share contact with other users.

⑥ Compatible with "concentration" mode

"Centralized mode" implemented on iOS 15 etc. can be used on Apple Watch.If you want to focus on one thing in one thing, a function to restrict and limit notifications (for details, go to the new feature article of iOS 15).

When the function is turned on, the Apple Watch side is not notified in conjunction.In addition, the centralized mode has a function that automatically enables it at the appropriate timing based on signals such as location information and application usage, but it can also be used from Apple Watch.

As an actual use case, Apple has a situation at workout, and when the workout starts, a focused mode for fitness is automatically proposed.

The intensive mode can be customized on the iPhone side.For busy modern people, this feature is quite useful.

⑦ Car, home / hotel key can be added to the WALLET app

Update the Apple Watch wallet app.You will be able to access more things.

Apple Watch Series 6 users can use the digital key of a car using UWB (Ultra-Wide Band).You can unlock the car from a remote place, and you will be able to start the car engine from the driver's seat (only for compatible models).

You can also add the key to your home, office, and hotel.These keys can be unlocked by tapping the Apple Watch screen.The Hyatt Regency brand has declared the response.

In the latter half of this year, you will be able to add a specific driver's driver's license and ID card in the United States.Correspondence in other regions, including Japan, is now undecided.

⑧ Make sure the visitors can be confirmed with the home app

If you are using a Homekit camera, you can check the visitors using the Apple Watch home app.

If you use the "Intercom" function, you can send messages to your home and your room via HomePod, HomePod mini, and other devices.

⑨ To measure the respiratory rate during sleep

Use the acceleration sensor mounted on the Apple Watch to measure the respiratory rate during sleep.The number of respiratory times per minute is measured.The measured data can be confirmed on the iPhone healthcare app.

WatchOS 8 compatible models

"WatchOS 8" is available on Apple Watch, Apple Watch Series 3 or later released in 2017.In last year's "WatchOS 7", Series 1 and Series 2 were out of support, but in "WatchOS 8", there was no model that was omitted from the support, and the device that could use "WatchOS 7" would be available for "WatchOS 8".。

Since Apple Watch requires linkage with the iPhone, an iPhone with "iOS 15/iOS 14" is required to use "WatchOS 8".The device that can install "iOS 15/iOS 14" is shown in the table below.

"WatchOS 8" distribution schedule

"WatchOS 8" will be released in the fall of 2021.Developer beta distribution has been launched today, and the public beta version will be distributed in July.

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