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technology9 days ago•5 min saved

iPhone Lifeline: Set Up Medical ID and Emergency Contacts

Learn how to pre‑configure your iPhone’s Medical ID and Emergency Contacts in the Health app so first responders and loved ones can access crucial data in a crisis. The guide covers showing Medical ID on the lock screen, sharing during emergencies, adding multiple emergency contacts, and using Emergency SOS with options like Call with 5 Button Presses or Call Quietly. It also notes related features like Emergency Bypass, how to test settings, and updates such as satellite connectivity and 911 texting where available, emphasizing regular reviews to keep information current.

via Engadget|

#emergency-contacts #emergency-sos #health-app

technology9 days ago•11 min saved

Apple Watch Heads for a Radical Redesign and AI-Driven Future

MacRumors’ The MacRumors Show argues the Apple Watch is due for a major rethink beyond the current generation: rumors point to a return of white ceramic casing (as soon as this year or 2027), modest yearly upgrades plus longer battery life, new colors/bands, and explorations of design shifts (including a round or displayless concept) with premium variants and cheaper options. In the longer term, Apple reportedly plans a broader lineup overhaul focused on AI features, a Health app revamp, and even non-invasive glucose sensing by 2030, with a potential Apple Watch X in the 2027–2028 window.

via MacRumors|

#ai-in-wearables #apple-watch #gurman

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

BP on Your Apple Watch: How to Pair a Bluetooth Cuff

The Apple Watch can’t measure blood pressure on its own, but it can consolidate readings from third‑party Bluetooth cuffs (such as Omron Evolv, Withings, and iHealth) in the Health app, letting you track BP between doctor visits. These wireless monitors use an arm cuff with a dedicated app and sync to your iPhone/Apple Watch via Bluetooth. The article also notes using the Watch to monitor exercise and heart rate for overall heart health, but it does not replace professional medical advice or visits.

via CNET|

#apple-watch #blood-pressure #bluetooth

technology2 months ago•6 min saved

Google Health Lands a Major v5.02 Update with 13+ Enhancements

Google Health’s v5.02 update for iOS and Android adds 13+ changes across the Today and Health tabs, sleep, nutrition, and third‑party data handling. Highlights include an Expanded metrics view and easier reordering on Today, restored hourly activity charts, improved sleep features (restlessness placement, naps visibility, full deletion), faster food search with visible macros, an updated Nutrition tile showing calories in/out, and the ability to delete individual logs from connected apps (with cross‑platform deletion implications).

via Droid Life|

#google-health #health-app #nutrition

news2 months ago•8 min saved

Samsung Health gets a polished overhaul with new health features

Samsung Health’s update is now live, adding a redesigned UI and new features such as Vitals, Heart Health Score, Daily Cardio Load, and Fitness Index, plus extended metrics like Antioxidant Index trends and automatic AGEs tracking, plus a Hearing Health feature. The rollout missed the June 8 target but aligns with the health features tied to Galaxy Watch 9/Watch Ultra 2.

via Android Authority|

#galaxy-watch-9 #health-app #news

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

iOS 27 Expands Health Features With Nutrition Insights and Menopause Support

iOS 27 introduces a redesigned Health app with a card-based Browse, adds Visual Intelligence that analyzes food photos for nutrition cues (no exact calories,Requires iPhone 15 Pro+), expands cycle tracking to cover perimenopause/menopause with alerts and new Fitness+ workouts, improves data syncing and route/distance accuracy for workouts, and extends GymKit to iPhone for syncing with gym equipment. It also adds more child-safety features. Developer beta is available now, with a public beta in July and a fall-wide release.

via MacRumors|

#cycle-tracking #gymkit #health-app

technology2 months ago•8 min saved

Google Health Roadmap Unveils 39+ Upgrades to Fine‑Tune the Fitbit Transition

Google lays out a roadmap of 39+ features and fixes for Google Health, covering exercise tracking, sleep, nutrition, and the Google Health Coach, with rolling updates starting this week and continuing through summer to address gaps left by the Fitbit transition and improve overall usability.

via Droid Life|

#fitbit #fitness-tracking #google-health

technology8 months ago•3 min saved

Bevel App Turns Apple Watch Into a Free 'Whoop' Alternative

Bevel, an app that transforms the Apple Watch into a Whoop-style fitness tracker, is now offering nearly all of its features for free, except for its AI-powered Bevel Intelligence, which remains subscription-based. The update makes the app more accessible, with plans for additional features and potential price increases in 2026, though current subscribers will retain their current rates. Bevel consolidates health data from various sources to provide insights on recovery, habits, and more, making it a valuable tool for Apple Watch users.

via Lifehacker|

#apple-watch #bevel #fitness-tracker

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Apple Watch's Upcoming Challenge Focuses on Self-Reflection

Apple is hosting a 'Mindful Month' activity challenge on October 10, encouraging users to record a 10-minute mindfulness or meditation session using their Apple Watch or compatible apps, rewarding participants with a trophy and animated stickers.

via 9to5Mac|

#activity-challenge #apple-watch #health-app

technology1 year ago•6 min saved

Apple Expands AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Test and Aid Features Globally

Apple's iOS 18.2 update introduces a clinical-grade Hearing Test feature for AirPods Pro 2, now available in nine additional countries. Users can assess their hearing health by listening to various tones in a quiet environment. The test results, measured in decibel hearing level (dBHL), can be accessed in the Health app and shared with healthcare providers. The update also enables features like Media Assist and Hearing Aid mode for users with detected hearing loss.

via MacRumors|

#airpods-pro-2 #apple #health-app

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Uncovering the Mystery of Apple's Unexpected Stair Climbing Notifications"

Users have reported discrepancies in the "Flights Climbed" feature of Apple's Health app, with some experiencing inaccurate stair counts on their iPhones and Apple Watches. Despite attempts to troubleshoot the issue, including contacting Apple for clarification, no definitive answer has been found. This highlights the potential limitations of relying solely on device-tracked health data, as some users have found discrepancies in their recorded activity levels, leading to questions about the accuracy and reliability of fitness tracking features on Apple devices.

via ZDNet|

#apple #fitness-tracking #health-app

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple Watch Health Feature Removal Sparks Controversy and Import Bans"

Apple will no longer offer the ability to measure blood oxygen levels on newly purchased Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 models in the U.S. following a patent case loss to medical technology company Masimo. The U.S. International Trade Commission found that some Apple Watches violated Masimo's patents and issued a ban on the import of watches with the technology. Apple continues to appeal the case, but the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has reinstated the feature ban, requiring changes to remove the technology at the center of the patent fight.

via NPR|

#apple #apple-watch #blood-oxygen-levels

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Apple Watch: New Siri + Health Features Explained

Apple has released watchOS 10.2, which includes the ability to access and log Health app data using Siri. In an interview, Apple executives explained that this feature is part of their effort to make health data more accessible. The reason for the delay in adding Health queries to Siri was to ensure user privacy. The feature is currently limited to the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, which are powerful enough to process requests locally on-device. At launch, health logging via Siri is available in English (United States) and Mandarin Chinese (China mainland), with more languages to follow.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #apple-watch #health-app

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"watchOS 10.2 Update: Siri Enhances Health Data Access for Apple Watch Users"

Apple has released watchOS 10.2 for Apple Watch users, which includes updates to the Health app's integration with Siri, an easier way to switch watch faces, and more. The update also resolves an issue with watch faces not appearing on the Apple Watch. Users can update their Apple Watch through the companion app or the Settings app on the device.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #apple-watch #health-app

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Apple's watchOS 10.2 Update Revolutionizes Health Data Support and Siri Integration"

Apple has released watchOS 10.2, the latest version of its operating system for Apple Watches. The update introduces support for using Siri to access and record data in the Health app on Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. Users can ask Siri questions about their sleep or steps taken. The update also brings back the option to swipe to change watch faces, a feature that was removed in watchOS 10. Other improvements include the ability to confirm ending workouts and prioritize volume in Fitness+ workouts.

via MacRumors|

#apple #apple-watch-series-9 #health-app