Complementing great fitness tracking and workout features, Apple Watch users can save and play back music locally on their device, meaning they can leave their iPhone at home.
Source: Apple Insider
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Apple Watch ‘particle cloud’ pairing method likely revealed in new patent
Lost amidst a sea of flashy hardware technologies introduced with Apple Watch was a new image-based pairing technique distinguished by a “particle cloud” effect. On Tuesday, Apple received a patent detailing what appears to be the bedrock of this unique pairing procedure, hinting at its use in future products.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple publishes Apple Watch band design guidelines for accessory makers
Apple on Monday posted to its website a previously unreleased document detailing Apple Watch band design guidelines for third-party manufacturers interested in making aftermarket straps for the device.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple Maps Connect updated with support for five new European countries
Continuing its internal mapping initiative, Apple on Monday added Maps Connect support to five new regions, allowing users in those countries to add and edit points of interest.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple updates Apple Watch Human Interface Guidelines website with new design, more resources
Apple on Monday updated the Apple Watch Human Interface Guidelines website with a refreshed look and new software design resources for app developers.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple TV remote control to get touch pad when new version launches in June, report says
According to a report on Monday, the Apple TV isn’t the only piece of hardware in line for a redesign this year, as the device’s long-in-the-tooth remote control is now expected to come with a built-in touch pad.
Source: Apple Insider
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How to start and monitor a workout on Apple Watch
One of the highlight features of the new Apple Watch is its fitness tracking abilities, which lets users track movement throughout the day, keep tabs on wellness goals and monitor specific workout routines.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple hires new general contractor to finish Campus 2 interior
Apple is signing on a new general contractor to help finish Campus 2, the company’s upcoming ring-shaped headquarters being constructed in Cupertino, Calif., according to a Monday report.
Source: Apple Insider
Apple stops iOS 8.2 code signing, prevents downgrades from iOS 8.3
Apple has stopped signing the code for iOS 8.2, meaning that anyone wanting to downgrade from iOS 8.3 through iTunes will no longer be able to do so, accounts indicated on Monday.
Source: Apple Insider