watchOS 11 Hidden Changes: What Apple Didn't Tell You!

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Discover the hidden changes in watchOS 11 that Apple didn't disclose! From new features to enhancements, this overview of the latest watchOS version will show you what's new and how to make the most of it. Whether you're interested in the best watchOS features or exploring the watchOS 11 beta, this video covers it all. Watch now to stay informed about the latest developments in Apple's watch operating system.
We're also covering some significant changes in sleep tracking, the always-on display, and new workout options. Plus, I'll walk you through the updated stopwatch app and the changes in battery life. For those concerned about missing watch faces, I'll show you which ones have been removed and discuss whether they might make a comeback. If you're curious about any other hidden features or have questions, drop them in the comments below. Don't forget to check out my other videos on everything Apple announced and what's new in iOS. Thanks for watching, and have a great day! God bless.
0:00 watchOS 11 What Apple Didn't Tell Us
0:07 Changes to Apple Watch Ultra's Action Button
0:59 New Ringtone in watchOS 11
3:39 Automatic Sleep Tracking
5:56 Sleep Mode Bug
7:14 Apple Removes 4 watch faces in watchOS 11
12:17 New Workouts in watchOS 11
15:58 Stopwatch Redesigned in watchOS 11
16:43 Battery Life so far
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[@johnl1275]

I heard that they broke out a lot more of the "indoor" and "outdoor" workouts because they are adding GSP to more workouts than just running, walking, and cycling...

[@TheAppleBias]

That would make sense. Either way it’s a welcomed addition.

[@iowa_don]

You mean GPS??

[@johnl1275]

@@iowa_don Yes, I meant GPS... 🤣 Just typing too fast!

[@eudiam]

thanks for the video. has calendar app changed maybe? heard they are including reminders in ios11. Thanks!

[@TheAppleBias]

Yep missed that one but reminders item do show up in the calendar app on both the iPhone and Apple Watch.

[@imperiaristyankee]

Chronograph is great because it starts running as soon as you tap the complication. Chronograph Pro requires two taps, plus it always shows stupid text like "30 second" or "tachymeter" in a basic ugly font. Explorer is one of my favorites because the minute markers are very clear even in strong daylight. There aren't really any other analogue faces like that. I'm curious if they brought back the ability to see planet names and order on the Astronomy face.

[@BlackJesusAF]

My Ultra 2 used to last 2-2.5 days. Since installing the beta I’ve been only getting about 1 day on a single full charge. Not a complaint whatsoever as my series 7 only lasted 9 hours. All the changes watchOS are welcomed as some who still owns the OG apple it is nice to compare that os with the ultra 2 😂

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah betas are always rough on battery. It will get better and worse through the process.

[@dronecom3700]

My to 😢

[@justmy2pesos]

Hi Brian! Alway ahead of everybody else. Thanks for the review!

[@TheAppleBias]

I try but it’s not easy I did miss that reminders can bow show up in the calendar app even on the watch which is pretty cool.

[@justmy2pesos]

@@TheAppleBias I really appreciate your dedication. Your channel should have subscribers by the millions!

[@TheAppleBias]

Haha thanks man that means a lot. I love doing this stuff. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to do it full time.

[@Bread21674]

6:38 Why is there a volume thing in control center?

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah it’s a new item I missed. It allows you to quickly control volume. I don’t think it fully works yet it just doesn’t work the way you’d expect. I need to play around with it more.

[@NickBerry-870]

I have shortcuts on my action button and I added a Bluetooth on/off option cause watchos10 took away option to turn that off and on on the control center but I like I can turn off and on from action button..

[@TheAppleBias]

I forgot that was an option. Curious why you turn it off? I know if you hit the airplay button you can hit connect a device and get there.

[@NickBerry-870]

@@TheAppleBias I do that cause apple and their wisdom makes it hard to listen to anything on Apple Watch without first wanting to play on my iPhone even though I assign to watch it still tries iphone first..I get irritated so I shut off Bluetooth and than I can play on my watch no problem.

[@TheAppleBias]

@@NickBerry-870 so you listen to stuff through the speaker on the watch?

[@temp9988]

Also note that the notification animation now looks similar to the iPhone Stand By mode one which I kinda don't like tbh

[@KatelandVu]

16:32 stopwatch had black background before watchOS 10 as well. My old Apple Watch Series 1 had stopwatch look like that in its last update of watchOS 6.

[@TheAppleBias]

Yep. I briefly said glad they switched it back. The white just didn’t make sense.

[@KatelandVu]

@@TheAppleBias Yea watchOS 10 literally color matched all backgrounds on all Native Apple apps. timer still has orange background.

[@Jae87217]

Just got my ultra 2 can't wait too try the new features in watch os 11

[@TheAppleBias]

Awesome. Congrats. Ultra is an amazing watch. Are you planning to install the betas or hold out until September?

[@imperiaristyankee]

Does Maps still split ETA from turn by turn directions?

[@DanG15803]

Brian - Completely off topic but how can I enable developer mode on my iPhone 15 Pro Max in iOS 18 Beta? I have a free developer account but it doesn’t show in privacy and security. Caveat: I don’t own a Mac for Xcode

[@TheAppleBias]

Not sure what you mean exactly. Are you trying to download iOS 18?

[@DanG15803]

Essentially, I’m trying to have the option in privacy and security to access developer mode so that I can update the firmware for my AirPods Pro 2 that can only be accessed through developer mode when my iPhone is updated to iOS 18 Beta.

[@gwenpryor]

I couldn't quite tell but did they remove indoor cycle from the workout app?

[@TheAppleBias]

No they just moved it in the list from being under I to being under C

[@roguetrooper_og]

The Siri watch face is kinda redundant as you get a similar view at any time by swiping up or using the scroll wheel since WatchOS 10

[@imperiaristyankee]

Keyword "kinda". I also believe that Smart Stacks were more limited than Siri's cards, but that might have changed with 11.

[@TheAppleBias]

I agree with the new Smart Stacks and live activities I think they cover it pretty well.

[@Videx19]

Does iOS 11 work on Apple Watch 5

[@TheAppleBias]

Sadly it is Series 6 and newer only.

[@Videx19]

@@TheAppleBias Thanks. I'll lool for a refurbished one.

[@Oharsh0928]

I like that action button feature.

[@jkn2k]

Ehy they didn't tell us !!!! Whyyyyy

[@TheAppleBias]

I know right. They should have just talked about the Apple Watch entire keynote.

[@scottboettcher]

This is b1 - there are a ton of things in progress that we don't get on b1's. A lot will change as we go through the cycle...faces included!

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah but in the past they have never removed faces during a beta. So this could be a move on their part. We will def be getting more when the final releases and new watches come out.

[@scottboettcher]

@@TheAppleBias With all the moves towards AI, I reckon the next build of all Apple OS'es will have some drastic changes - already do. I'm not worried, remember, b1 always gets rushed to show off at WWDC, etc.

[@KatelandVu]

Yep you are correct, Apple did delete a total of four Watch faces, many of them which came out before the Apple Watch Series 4. The faces like numerals and chronograph were from the original Apple Watch ⌚️ in the early years of watchOS. Infograph Modular got renamed as Modular itself in watchOS 10, as the original Modular face got deleted as watchOS 9/10 got restricted to series 4 and later. FYI: The Pebbles ringtone which was featured for the first time in Apple Watch Series 3 reveal with that cellular gold aluminum Apple Watch, is a ringtone which is restricted to cellular Apple Watch ⌚️. Now if we have cellular versions especially on Apple Watch stainless steel and Apple Watch Ultra which comes with the cellular mode already, we can revert back to the original Apple Watch ringtone from the models without cellular (GPS Watches and Apple Watch series 0-2). Which model Apple Watch did you use that has watchOS 10 in 7:23 when you investigated the deleted faces bug?

[@TheAppleBias]

The watch running watchOS 10 was a series 8 stainless. I always owned the stainless or ultra so never knew there was a ringtone difference. That interesting.

[@KatelandVu]

@@TheAppleBias BTW I already noticed~ since I upgraded to my S6 after my series 1 screen fell off. I have a Gold Stainless Series 6 running watchOS 11 Beta 3. And yes since S3 introduced cellular all costlier Stainless or special edition watches like Hermes or AW Edition comes with cellular w/o optional add-on.

[@iowa_don]

The Brandon Butch YT Channel says that it will track naps now.

[@bebetterdigital]

Good 👍 🎉

[@TheAppleBias]

Glad you liked the video.

[@iT3chWithNate]

Still no Notes app😕

[@TheAppleBias]

Nope

[@imperiaristyankee]

And we can't even edit or add notes to Calendar events.

[@TheAppleBias]

@imperiaristyankee yeah you can edit or add notes in calendar from the watch calendar app.

[@imperiaristyankee]

@@TheAppleBias This is new in 11? I'm on 9 and I can't edit or add notes to calendar events on my Watch; I can only add or delete calendar events.

[@MeganHousehold]

❤️❤️

[@TheAppleBias]

Thanks for taking the time to watch the video and comment. 😁

[@TechHeadB]

For them to take watch faces and not add diabolical

[@TheAppleBias]

We will def get one more for sure with the final release probably 2-3.

[@george6252]

No Oxygen sensor activation, NO SALE. Waiting for 2028 when lawsuit expires, maybe. Oh yeah, this thing is too clunky for most, unless your a Silver Back. 🤨

[@TheAppleBias]

You can still find watches with the oxygen sensor. Just not from Apple right now and I am sure they will figure out something way before 2028 to bring it back.

[@george6252]

@@TheAppleBias I really hope so. I bought a series 9 in February. Didn't know of the disabled software. thank you for answering. Let us know when Apple puts in a 3rd party software.

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah I there hasn’t been woo much new info on the appeal to try and get it added back but as soon as I hear more I will make a video on it.

[@smilborrow]

You mean WatchOS 11

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah still gotta get used to saying that I’ve made so many watchOS 10 videos.

[@scottboettcher]

No, watchOS 11 - if yer gonna correct someone...

[@smilborrow]

@scottboettcher if “you’re”

[@smilborrow]

@scottboettcher “going to”

[@scottboettcher]

@@smilborrow Keep editing, you'll get it sooner or later...

[@babayaga8207]

iOS wtf? That’s why I’m not watching the rest of the video.

[@TheAppleBias]

I’m confused. Did I misspeak somewhere and call it iOS? If so I guess I am deeply sorry for offending you.