watchOS 2 now available for download for existing Apple Watch users

Apple has finally released watchOS 2 for the Apple Watch. The second generation of the wearable's operating system brings much needed improvements including the ability to use native apps, faster interaction with iPhones and the ability for third-party apps to display information on the watch face as complications.

A Time Travel feature allows users to see future events and past headlines using the digital crown. watchOS 2 also includes new communication features such as the ability to respond quickly to Mail with dictation, Smart Replies or emoji, and Digital Touch enables more creativity with multiple sketch colors. Weighing in at 515 MB, the update takes over an hour to download on the iPhone 6 (via WiFi). Stay tuned for our first impressions once we get the new OS installed on our Apple Watch.

To update open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone> go to My Watch> General> click Software Update. It should take an hour to download (seriously, an hour) before you can proceed to installation.

Apple: iOS 9 already on 50 per cent of mobile devices

Despite some very early difficulties in enabling the Software Update, Apple's latest iOS 9 operating sytems seems to be enjoying healthy adoption with over 50 per cent of compatible devices already running the latest, greatest that iOS has to offer.

“iOS 9 is also off to an amazing start, on pace to be downloaded by more users than any other software release in Apple’s history," confirmed Apple SVP for Marketing Phil Schiller. iOS 9, which can be installed via iTunes or through WiFi via an over-the-air installation, was made available on September 16 and has a much smaller file size requirement than previous versions.

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Addappt helps keep track of your friends’ info changes

It can be a bit time-consuming and troublesome to update your friends’ contact info in your address book. There’s a new iOS and Android app that can do that for you. Addappt keeps track of your contacts’ information changes and updates accordingly. This app makes it easier for you to share changes on your info, too, in private.

Source: Lifehacker | Download: iTunes App Store (Free) + Google Play Store (Free)

Video: Brussels Apple Store opening shows preview of new look and feel coming to retail

There's a new Apple Store in Brussels, Belgium and it's contained in an ultramodern building. What's interesting about this video, aside from the fact that lining up for an Apple Store opening is still very much a thing, is the new design and layout of the store which is pioneering some new retail features.

It is said that Apple's Director of Design, Jony Ive, is behind the new look. We see tree-lined benches, motion activated display areas, Beats headphone-specific displays and overall a clean yet practical arrangement for Apple's growing plethora of products.

Source: http://www.onemorething.nl/