By Olena Kagui
Are Apple Watches waterproof? No, but most are water-resistant! Apple Watch Series 2 and newer models can be used to track your swimming workouts in chlorinated pools and salty oceans. There's even a Water Lock feature that helps expel water from your watch's speakers. I'll teach you everything you need to know about swimming with your Apple Watch.
By Leanne Hays
By Olena Kagui
The Challenges app is a free platform for joining fitness challenges. It syncs with your Apple Watch and lets you join challenges, create your own, and invite iPhone and Android users to participate. iPhone Life has a monthly challenge for Apple Watch enthusiasts who subscribe to the bi-weekly On the Watch newsletter.
By Leanne Hays
Your Apple Watch battery won't charge all the way anymore, and you're having to charge more and more often. Should you replace the battery in your Apple Watch, or just buy a new one? Here's what to consider, and how to decide whether to replace your battery, or the whole Apple Watch.
By Sarah Kingsbury
We've all misplaced our iPhones at one point or another. The good news is that with a few quick taps, you can quickly ping your lost iPhone so that it emits a beeping sound! This is one of the fastest ways to locate an iPhone. Here’s how to find your iPhone with an Apple Watch.
By Olena Kagui
Is your Apple Watch not showing text messages? Sometimes, there may be an issue preventing you from being able to send, receive, and read text messages. Connectivity issues, software bugs, and a syncing error between your Apple Watch and iPhone can all be culprits, but they are easy to troubleshoot. If your Apple Watch is not receiving texts, we can help!
By Rhett Intriago
If you're like me, you love using the Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie feature to stay in contact with friends. But it’s a lot less fun when your Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie isn't working and you have difficulty reaching your companions. That’s why I've compiled a list of easy and effective solutions that I’ve used successfully in the past to help if your Walkie-Talkie app is not working.
By Rhett Intriago
Have you noticed your Apple Watch doesn't sync with your iPhone? Whether your Apple Watch data is taking a long time to sync or isn't showing up at all, we'll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot the issue causing your Apple Watch to not sync with your iPhone.
By Olena Kagui
When entering a competition on Apple Watch, the rules and points can be confusing. In this article, we will teach you how to win monthly fitness challenges against your friends and family! These tips will teach you how to win Apple activity competitions.
By Rhett Intriago
Can Apple Watch translate? Translating in real time, just got a whole lot easier thanks to watchOS 11’s new Translate app. The Translate app has been available on iPhone for some time, but now, you can translate without ever having to pull out your phone.
By Olena Kagui
Just like your on iPhone, Apple Watch software needs to be updated regularly for maintenance and bug repair. But what if the Apple Watch update won’t install? The following troubleshooting tips should help you when your Apple Watch won't update.
By Olena Kagui
Apple's fall event is just around the corner! Set your calendars for September 9 and ready yourself for the iPhone 16, the Apple Watch 10, and more. Here's everything we know about Apple's upcoming ‘It’s Glowtime’ event.
By Olena Kagui
The Apple Watch is the most popular watch in the world! With so many different Apple Watch models to pick from, including three new ones that were announced this fall, it can be hard to make the right choice! I'll tell you all about the best Apple Watch based on your needs and budget. I'll also explain the differences between the most expensive and the cheapest Apple Watch. Keep reading to discover which watch is best for YOU.
Apple Watches are great fitness companions, business assistants, and the perfect extension to your other Apple devices. Luckily, Apple Watch bands are as versatile as the watch itself. With a wide variety of materials, designs, and colors, there is a band for every occasion. Do not miss out on this exciting form of Apple Watch customization. Learn about the most popular Apple Watch bands and find out which is right for you.
By Olena Kagui
One of the unique things about owning a Tesla is the wide selection of third-party apps to explore. Every third-party Tesla app offers a unique approach to controlling your Tesla with your iPhone, and some have unique features that the official Tesla app doesn't offer. I've been testing every single Tesla app I could find since getting my Tesla Model 3 in 2019, and these are my top picks.
By Olena Kagui
Gone are the days when tech and water didn’t mix. Today we have a wide selection of water-resistant and waterproof products that can enhance our poolside days and beach trips. Living on Maui gives me constant opportunities to test the best beach and pool gear against the elements. I’ll share my favorite gear with you that passed the test of tropical island life.
By Olena Kagui
Apple Watch complications are interactive icons that display information from apps on your watch face. Although you can't get third-party Apple Watch faces, you can download third-party complications. Discover Apple Watch motivational quotes, navigation apps, and other exciting complications!
By Olena Kagui
Customizing your Apple Watch face is easy and fun, and the built-in Watch app has a curated selection to pick from. Third-party Apple Watch background apps also exist, giving you even more options! Discover the best cheap and free Apple Watch faces and transform your watch face based on your favorite style, holiday, or mood.
By Olena Kagui
Your Apple Watch display is more sensitive than you think! In these Apple Watch tips and tricks, I will explain the different ways to tap, drag, swipe, and hard press to make navigating your Apple Watch easier. You will learn various touch-sensitive controls and how to turn off zoom on Apple Watch!
By Conner Carey
While the Apple Watch keeps getting bigger and bigger, the tiny keyboard may feel a bit unruly and difficult to maneuver, especially if you have clumsy fingers like me. Instead, you can send Apple Watch messages with Scribble. The Scribble feature allows you to use your finger to write each individual letter of your response. It’s easy, but best for shorter messages. You wouldn’t want to write a novel with Scribble messages on an Apple Watch, but you might use it to say, “OK,” or “omw” (on my way). Here’s how to type on your Apple Watch with Scribble.
