Apple surprisingly released watchOS 7.3.1 for the Apple Watch this evening.
The Apple Watch received a new update today, somewhat surprisingly. After Apple released watchOS 7.3 around three weeks ago, a follow-up update has now been rolled out. The update can be downloaded free of charge via the special Apple Watch app on the iPhone. To do this, open the application and navigate to the “General” section and then “Software Update”. watchOS 7.3.1 is aimed at Apple Watch Series 5 and SE models – according to Apple. The update is intended to solve a problem that has been occurring with some devices prevents charging after switching to Power Reserve mode. A Time to Walk function for Apple Fitness+ and new watch faces were added in watchOS 7.3. The ECG feature was also activated in more countries. Apple is currently testing watchOS 7.4, the biggest innovation of which is a function that allows iPhones to be unlocked with Face ID – more about it hereAs a reminder, you will find the update description of watchOS 7.3 below. (Photo by New Africa / Bigstockphoto)
watchOS 7.3 update description
watchOS 7.3 includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes, including:
- Unity dial inspired by the colors of the Pan-African flag; the shapes change throughout the day as you move, creating a face that is unique to you
- Time to Walk for Apple Fitness+ subscribers an audio experience in the Workout app where guests tell inspiring stories while you walk
- ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or later in Japan, Mayotte, Philippines and Thailand
- Irregular heart rhythm notifications in Japan, Mayotte, Philippines, Taiwan and Thailand
- Fixed an issue that caused Control Center and Notification Center to be unresponsive when Zoom is enabled
