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Apple Releases First Apple Watch Software Update With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

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Apple today released the first software update for the Apple Watch, upgrading it to Watch OS version 1.0.1. Released to the public on April 24, the Apple Watch initially shipped with version 1.0 of Watch OS, the operating system unique to the Apple Watch and deeply linked to iOS.

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The new software can be downloaded through the dedicated Apple Watch app on the iPhone by going to General --> Software Update. To install the update, the Apple Watch must be placed on the charger and it must be in range of the iPhone.

Watch OS 1.0.1 includes performance improvements and bug fixes for Siri, measuring stand activity, calculating calories for indoor cycling and rowing workouts, distance and pace during outdoor walking and running workouts, accessibility, and third-party apps. The software update also includes support for new the emojis found in iOS 8.3 and it provides additional language support for Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Thai, and Turkish.

Apple has been steadily shipping Apple Watch devices out to customers, but supplies remain constrained and some Apple Watch orders have not yet shipped out. Customers receiving an Apple Watch shortly after today's update will need to update the software on the device after taking it out of the box.

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My wife asked me to return her Apple Watch today. She can't get accurate fitness results. It's way off from her Polar. She even bought a bluetooth polar chest strap. Maybe this update will help?
 
I don't think that it's included in this update, but can a software update change the strength of the Taptic engine? Could they add a third intensity and/or adjust the two current levels to make them stronger?
 
I wonder what happens if you screw up the update process? Is there a DFU/Restore options like in iTunes or is it a nice paperweight at that point lol
 
Glad to hear!
I've been a little irritated with how it measures stand activity (among other some things). Very regularly, at XX:50, I get a stand reminder, even if I had been walking around 15 minutes prior.
 
Really

ohsnaphappy said:
My wife asked me to return her Apple Watch today. She can't get accurate fitness results. It's way off from her Polar. She even bought a bluetooth polar chest strap. Maybe this update will help?
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Why would your return it when it goes on craigslist for 300 above retail...
 
Thanks! I just got my watch today...and now an update! The Apple Gods are looking down on me. :D
 
Now we know how the updates work

Now we know how the updates work, but what do you do if it bricks the Watch
 
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