Smartwatches How-Tos
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Apple’s new tool for ocean lovers is free on your Apple Watch —here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia published
watchOS 11 brings Apple's awesome tide-tracking app the Apple Watch models. Use it to catch a crispy wave or snap that perfect sunset pic.
![Close-up of the Apple Watch SE 2022 and Apple's Activity app where you can now pause Rings](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DBegcEUGVuKoPAyiZHHVj8-320-80.jpg)
How to download watchOS 11
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The latest watchOS 11 software is available now. Here's how to download it to your Apple Watch.
![Close-up photo of an Apple Watch SE 2022 against a red background with the new Translate app displayed on the screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tTxeSwo8L8zWxhiZGCKPDh-320-80.jpg)
Apple’s best tool for world travelers is now on your Apple Watch — here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia published
watchOS 11 supports on-wrist translations for 20 languages; here's how to use the Translate app on your Apple Watch.
![Close-up of the Apple Watch SE 2022 and Apple's Activity app where you can now pause Rings](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yNwRHr6YnfbTpDAFYz4Gy4-320-80.jpg)
How to pause Activity Rings on your Apple Watch
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
Pause your Apple Watch Activity Rings or adjust your goals in five easy steps.
![Detail shot of an Apple Watch SE on a bright blue background showing the steps to set up and send a Check In notification in watchOS 11](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c2xhqP8kBkgnQ57cANEW7G-320-80.jpg)
Apple’s best safety feature is now on your Apple Watch — here’s how to use it
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
watchOS 11 supports Apple's Check In safety feature. Here's how to use it on your Apple Watch.
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Apple Watch battery running low? Here's how to check its health
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to check your Apple Watch's battery health, understand its capacity, and view usage patterns to maximize battery life.
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How to track your sleep with a Garmin watch
By Jessica Downey published
If you want to get a better night's rest, learning how to track your sleep with a Garmin wearable can offer actionable insights to improve your sleep.
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How to track sleep on an Apple Watch
By Dan Bracaglia published
Here's how to track sleep on an Apple Watch for the best night's rest.
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