APPLE WATCH Tips, Tricks, and Hidden Features most people don't know

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

GET SPEAKLY 👉 speakly.app.link/mikeobrien (#ad) *To unlock the full potential of your Apple Watch, you NEED to know about these 30 features, tricks, and tips. Most people don't know about these. What are your favorite Apple Watch tips/features?*

[@barbarakorongy5437]

i can take a shower and stop water from getting into my watch. I rather have the watch than the gadget that says "I fallen and I can't get up"

[@joshoneill8683]

MikeOBrienMedia I did look on website and end of this year on September it’s will series 9 coming out next

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

@@barbarakorongy5437 😂I totally agree !

[@taahirabenjamin7330]

I cannot find mirror my apply watch

[@aimeecousins5149]

@@barbarakorongy5437 I’m so

[@SamDrumzOfficial]

Edit: Fixed some of the timestamps. 0:37 - Gesture Controls 1:14 - Quick Actions 1:41 - Taptic Engine (Directions) 2:11 - Taptic Time 2:45 - App View 3:00 - Find My iPhone 3:17 - Open Control Centre From Other Apps 3:36 - Offset Time 4:04 - Car Keys 4:29 - Unlock Your Mac With Your Apple Watch 4:50 - Siri 6:24 - Hold a Call 6:52 - Watch Mirroring 7:19 - Screenshots 7:46 - Digital Crown Tips 8:06 - Reorganise Control Centre 8:22 - Noise Notifications 8:54 - Silence Phone Calls on Your Watch 9:10 - Shortcuts 9:37 - Nightstand Mode 9:54 - See Battery Level in Nightstand Mode 10:09 - Offline Music 10:42 - Auto-Pause 10:58 - Press to Pause 11:28 - Customise Workout Screen 12:10 - End Workout Reminders 12:27 - Manually Set Heart Rate Zones 12:45 - Skip Workout Countdown 12:51 - Focus Modes Please like this comment so others can see it

[@jovanimedina1089]

You the man

[@ItzRxptor]

Goat and legend

[@phantompharaoh6335]

Ow! Dude you left this on my couch!👑

[@toniannebarry9831]

Car Keys

[@antoniomazarekic3065]

Mike give a promotion to this Man, many of us stay on this video because of him.Thank you

[@pwilkinson18]

When my cardiologist saw the ECG that I ran when I had a tachycardia event, he knew at once it was NOT AFib, but a different condition called AVNRT. He did a procedure on me a week later and fixed the problem, thanks Apple!

[@moonpie24]

wow

[@ameliad5915]

that’s amazing I hope you’re doing well

[@twisted6567]

Same thing here dude! No one believed me when I would say my heart would race just randomly, got the Apple watch 6 and it got a few readings of my episodes. Took these to my doctor and got a patch monitor on and clocked my heart at 280 bpm during an episode. That was enough to say I had SVT. Got an ablation from there and everything has been crystal smooth since.

[@visibletoallusersonyt]

Apple really out here saving lives with WATCHES

[@Medicalguy]

At nodal reentrant tachycardia or SVT :)

[@brucenathanson8402]

"I like to run with just my watch and my music. And nothing else. I mean, besides like clothes, obviously." Lol

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

And shoes

[@LeviAckerman-ld8bu]

@@MikeOBrienMedia and socks :)

[@createbetterlife4805]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@ChooseJoywithTisa]

Thanks for clarifying 😂

[@bigman12yearsago69]

Don’t forget the boxers

[@kentuckygenx3022]

As someone who was in an accident, when I was 24 years old, this video really helped me, especially where I can use my watch with just one hand with the gestures and the pinches it’ll take me a while to get used to, but I really appreciate this video. Thank you.

[@_rx_38]

im sorry that you got in an accident.

[@SanketGarg]

Got the Series 8 today and this video couldn’t have come at a better time

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

Enjoy!

[@skeltyn]

Enjoy!

[@cakujuo]

Woah. These are great but it needs a link to a written version cause I have no idea how to actually set up the quick actions for example.

[@jenscollection3298]

Also, the apple watches have a wheelchair mode which I think is awesome. They actually remembered us

[@percy6196]

The fact that it factors in the elevation in regards to pushing/strength exerted instead of just loosely counting pushes genuinely makes my life better. Telling you to roll instead of stand up every hour is a nice little touch

[@Risayogi]

One tips that I usually see about Apple Watch when it comes to text messaging is using its small keyboard. There’s a better and easy way to write text on Apple Watch: dictation. I always use dictation. Way faster and convenient than to type manually on the small keyboard.

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

Great too because I can’t use the small one

[@dianeharrison4975]

Me too

[@ghhhp]

i’ve had all the apple watches and used dictation so actually using the keyboard is actually pretty nice i dont like dictation at all i’d much rather use the keyboard to type

[@ArthropodSpidey]

Why would you type when you can use the Swype feature? wtf

[@maxoxoamro7574]

well the small keyboard only comes with the newer end of apple watches

[@sssssalva1]

Mike, how is it going with the Pixel after these months? are you missing your iphone / aWatch?

[@sanchanajoy5248]

Thank you for making this useful video! I just got my SE 2 yesterday, and these tips are working out like wonders! Sometimes I thought you can't change the honeycomb view, but now I know that you can! Thank you very much for making this video!

[@sriguts]

Are these features applicable with Watch SE or just series 8 & ultra ?

[@juniormarshallhastings723]

0:52 If I do this in public people are gonna think I’m having a seizure.😂😂

[@thestarlightrepose]

I use the screenshot feature often when I take headache meds and need to remember exactly when I took them but can’t make an actual note of it. The screenshot is so useful for that.

[@shelleythysens6079]

How do you do a screenshot?

[@Sartfla]

You should just use the medications app instead

[@hypno0784]

Thank you, Mike. I'm pretty sure people would find these tips and tricks handy!

[@suzannw9098]

Really useful tips. Thanks. I’d love to change notification tones for different apps so my Instacart notification doesn’t sound like one of my texting apps. Any suggestions?

[@finnjacobs]

Enjoyed the video. Btw, I am looking into maybe buying the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, but I couldn't find a video of yours where you compare them to the Pixel Buds Pro

[@JsChannel8]

Get them. I got them and use them with my iPhone. They sound great and stay in my ears with no issues.

[@Rgc571]

A great video on what Apple Watch can do, where is a video with step to step on how to use a specific app. ?

[@bonamigog]

Dear Mike, I’m evaluating to buy a Apple Watch: I’m not a sportive person,so I was doubtful about it. but with all your tips of this video, I think I’m going to have it ! 👏

[@cactusbound]

Hi. So glad you’re iWatch literate. I can’t understand why I can get my heart rate but it never indicates my resting heart rate or walking average BPM. I’ve tried everything as well as watching other videos. Nobody is talking about this feature. Help please. Thanks

[@mymgb238]

Liked your objective review. Got my Ultra yesterday and have it setup pretty well but can’t find how to have the top face complication show while compass ring is displayed. Any help?

[@santan546]

Dammm. Amazing - thanks so much. Even thou this video is a year old - and I already have learned a lot of the tips and tricks ,,, it’s great to learn more ,,,, and follow you - because I love your style and delivery 😉❣️ Great content and great delivery !!

[@avienxyz]

This is great, I just got an apple watch for the first time, thanks for the tips!

[@lordhamptonwick5320]

Assistive touch using hand gestures is rubbish. On my Ultra it doesn't do anything. You said one would have to get used to it, but it takes so long to carry out any actions I find it quicker to do things manually.

[@itsyou7674]

Thanks for sharing thsi much information buddy.. i can totally understand how much time and effort goes into this for testing and scripting for 30 features. Even shooting the brolls for each and every feature. Tension not bro you will be getting an expensive car soon that you can unlock with your apple watch.. Kudos to you buddy keep it up... Thanks a ton again...

[@cazsad8377]

How do you turn on the vibrations to alert you to turn a corner please? Just got my series 8 today Feb 28, ‘23. So I really appreciate your helpful tips 😊

[@skeltyn]

The.

[@Catie12206]

How do you text on your Apple Watch when your away from your phone without it saying not sent, because if I don have my phone I sometimes want to text on my watch and it won’t send

[@gloriawilliams919]

Any idea how to prevent my heart rate counter on the exercise apps from fading out? When I’m exercising and want to check my HR, the number blackens out and isn’t current so I have no idea how fast it is. I have the Apple SE watch. Thanks

[@lorenal6272]

Thank you for all your great tips.I was wondering how do I go from a list view with my icons to honeycomb grid.Thank you.

[@simisolaodukomaiya151]

Just got a new iwatch series SE first gen as my first Apple Watch. Great video

[@jethroolumudi3409]

I got the series 5 unfortunately ECG is not supported in my region 😅 smart choice

[@muhammadrahimi114]

Thank you so much for all the tips!! So useful i just got my Se 2nd Gen. Thumbs up!!🎉👍🏻

[@ann4056]

The current Apple Watch SE 2nd gen is not compatible with Apple Watch Mirroring

[@KingAliPlay]

Is this the series 8 midnight 45mm or 41mm?? I please want to know

[@richarwalker]

I really appreciate the coordination between my I watch and iPhone. I set my phone to ring silently, so that numbers that are not in my contact list don’t ring, but the caller can leave a message. I also call all numbers back. If it is busy or doesn’t answer, it’s a Robo call.

[@supungurugamage]

Very useful, Thanks!

[@LindaWalker-r8s]

My whole reason to buy an apple was that to track steps and exercise. The problem is every time I move my wrist/ arm it counts it’ as steps. How can I change this. I know it’s a dumb question but it’s my first apple watch.

[@jayem1826]

Been using screen shots ever since. The timer and flashlight are my favorite and finding my iphone. Of course getting calls and being able to adjust the volume of media being played.

[@AngelsDiamonds]

If you don’t use the honeycomb and want to use the list how do i stop it from going back to the first app when I’m somewhere on say sleep app is there a way to change it? I had a series 7 now upgraded to 9

[@larisal1500]

appreciate this video & the time involved Mike. Just got my 8 series watch & learned a lot of new tips/tricks in this video.

[@1975babydoll]

Unfortunately the mirror my watch is not available for SE.

[@amyrosejax]

Cool! I don't have the watch mirroring thing option in Accessiblity...I have the latest iphone and update?

[@norhanabubakr4460]

Great tips mike! Make sure yall to switch off the background auto refresher for a better battery

[@davharutiunian1550]

I am sorry, could you please advice how can I turn Always On my apple watch series 9 that it always shows the minimal info (e.g. time) even if the watch is not in my wrist. Will be grateful.

[@cherylhogue446]

How do u connect the ear pods to your watch

[@v9816]

THANK YOU! I just got my Ultra yesterday, and your video is fabulous 🎉

[@gowri934]

Is the Apple Watch SE2 work for mirroring , on my iPhone 12 I am unable to mirror my watch

[@GregConquest]

Apple's support document says, "Apple Watch Mirroring is is available on Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch Series 7, and Apple Watch Series 8." It appears Apple crippled the SE 2022 in this regard (like with the onscreen keyboard too).

[@DroneUpp]

Thanks for all the great tips! Just got my Apple Watch yesterday! This thing does quite a bit! It's awesome!

[@Pickahmix]

Great video. Is there anyway to play music directly from your watch without airpods being connected?

[@avrilgarcia8327]

No

[@Wubbalubbadubbub]

Can the Fitbit app work with the Apple Watch?

[@petergtry]

The transfer of calls from watch to iPhone worked on my watch 8 but on my wife’s 8 cellular the options were not there.

[@r1143wang]

One question. You may have already answered before. How do I stop the watch thinks that I have stopped my work out and stopped tracking the milage (say, walking out door) when I stopped to have a conversation with people. Thanks.

[@jilldavidson240]

Thanks for all these tips Mike it has really helped me. For more tips….what about the fall function and the call emergency function..this is the first reason I bought my watch.

[@lisawalker7122]

Great tips! I learned a lot. I’m trying to find a function or app that will remind me with a haptic tap to help me form a new habit. For instance, if I want to work on my posture, it would be great if it tapped me once every 30 minutes. I could set an alarm, but it’s inconvenient to turn it off.

[@rancidpiinyass]

Why not just turn on the hourly chime?

[@dineshshah1891]

This is the best explanation I have ever come across and I certainly have learnt a lot. Didn't know most of things you described in your video. Well done ! Please keep it up as I learnt a lot today from your video

[@luly_jocelyn]

Great vid good job

[@marieandreerobichaud]

Excellent video and advice. Although the advice toward the end is a little too fast paced as far as explanations. I'll have to watch a few times to grasp everything.

[@catherinepiper5425]

Would it be possible to go back and do a slower, more detail video on how to work the gestures on the Apple Watch…I’ve tried all the things you’ve mention (NO banner appears, nothing happens in fact), and the apple support instructions. I’m sure it’s an easy thing to set up and master, but given I just got my Apple Watch, I’m frustrated beyond reason as to 'why' it doesn’t work when the watch confirms the gestures are correct and set 🤦🏼‍♀️🙏😸

[@pineappletop8751]

Great vid i got some great tips. Can you please tell me how to add some apps that are on my phone but not on my watch?

[@dbapple]

noise notifications for me doesnt make a lot of sense...i am glad that someone finds it useful! but when its loud...i know its loud))

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

This are great tips thanks so much

[@carolearrowsmith2461]

So informative, Thank you🐞

[@AriBaruch]

Can you add backpack weight to any workout on Apple Watch? The Hiking Workout does not have such option.

[@EllaBella0901]

I broke my apple watch by accident while at school because it flew off my wrist from the band being on incorrectly (getting it fixed in 8 days) and now the screen is shattered and doesnt work so finding out I can completely mirror my watch on my phone was helpful.

[@mikem-zz4ui]

Those fitness ones are awesome thanks!

[@peterbattin2128]

When my watch is on the charger on my nightstand and I tap the nightstand the watch will display the time. I found this by accident but use it about 3x a night.

[@akashlalwani02]

Its better to invest in watch and airpods instead of investing in the latest iphone. Because it makes the overall experience incredible , doesn’t matter if you have an old iphone. It just works flawlessly and this is what apple is worth for.

[@jeanchiusano2861]

This was great. Please make a video about putting G7 sensor on your watch this way you don’t need your phone. It took me quite a while to get this to work on my watch. Talking to tech support many times. But I was very persistent and finally got it to work. This is great for diabetics who wear G7 sensors on their arms. Talk about running without your phone. Yeah

[@deniselanglois6193]

I have a Fitbit Versa 2 I like the big numbers for the time , showing steps & heart rate- I just want something different to encourage me to walk more - I’m 76 is it difficult to learn

[@judysbakeryandtestkitchen1654]

I cant figure out how to move the clock ahead. What buttons do I push? If I push the crown and the button below it, it takes a screenshot. There are no buttons on the left or on the bottom. I feel like such a dummy but I’m new to this. Can you help me please. Thank you very much.

[@kenward2005]

Thank you I have been wanting to upgrade my series 5 watch. It’s amazing the att store hardly know anything about the watches. We appreciate you. Thanks for the help. I bought the 8 Friday. Love it so far.

[@drjp01]

Mike, this is amazing.

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

So glad you liked the video!

[@mhpreach]

Mike I can’t find Apple watch mirroring on my iPhone?

[@Esandeech2]

I would love to see timestamps on this video!

[@morganaluthor]

the Taptic Time doesnt work for my series 10 watch.. i enabled it in the settings and it is on silent mode. my watch face is the infograph

[@nbachickennuggetpro7160]

I dont have the apple watch mirroring feature, why?

[@xWaLeEdOoOx]

im new to applewatch and this was very very useful. thanks man

[@BamaChad-W4CHD]

It still blows my mind how well the clinch and pinch gestures work on Apple watches

[@robertobravo2309]

How do I go back to the play/pause menu on iwatch after playing video from phone, example I get a message so I scroll out of iPhone play/pause menu but then can’t go back. Please help

[@UmanathKandel]

thanks, learned some thing new 😀

[@stevendomenech7405]

Excellent video

[@ramina1801]

I have an Apple series 4, does everything the new ones do. Not getting a new one until they add a camera to the watch where you can FaceTime from your watch.

[@Firemedic2105]

If you could tell me how to make the PHONE still play notifications or allow text tones to play on the watch, THAT would be really helpful!!! I have tones for different groups at work so it would be nice to be able to use them again!!! it's one of the biggest things I hate about my iPhone

[@johncerf8444]

You have to set the watch for no notifications for that specific app. Then only the phone will have audible notifications. I do that for some apps.

[@theeddyhouse]

Do you know what watch complication to use for Audible in 2024? BTW…Love your video!!!

[@AsyaFazly]

3 h agooo

[@Caveman_warrior]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ashleighpiccinino1849]

I’m not finding anything about what you said on my own watch, but would it be under touch accommodations? I will check now to find out. The only thing I get here, after turning touch accommodations on, is a message saying that if you have trouble using the touchscreen, adjust the following options… However, the options are not shown. I’ll try going back and finding out what options they would be. It might not be available on my watch, or in my region even. Seems pretty futuristic, so. sorry, but I’m afraid to comment is no good here. I don’t have that feature available. I guess on this version of my Apple Watch is that or in my region in the United States, Missouri.

[@ankobanankox2832]

Very useful video! I have an iPhone XR and I'm thinking about buying an apple watch SE model, and I'm wondering if the said model can really take photos, as you mentioned in trick number two( 1:15 )? A professional answer would help me a lot

[@sirskiii9749]

Yes it can

[@jeff2tc99]

Great video. I found the shortcuts for Notes app aren’t running from the watch anymore. Did you find this also? Any work around?

[@lll8112]

I just got the s8 and this video is perfect because I don’t even know what to do with it.

[@terrygaume3975]

This was a very useful video, thank you. One feature I am unable to perform is unlocking the MacBook Pro with the Apple Watch SE. can you provide a few more details on how to do this? When I follow the steps you posted, my Apple Watch did not appear in Security & Privacy. Thank you

[@jazbalogh7249]

I had this issue too and even googling it did not help. I am up to date with my macbook pro and the watch.

[@Mr_coonducts]

I love this video and had a blast watching iy

[@reeco357]

Some of the things you said you need to enable is already enabled on my ultra. Maybe because I'm using beta software

[@ashleighpiccinino1849]

Hate to say this, but I have the Apple Watch Series 2. It is a much older Apple Watch, given to me by a well-known friend. I like it so far, but I’ll see how your tip work while using voiceover. If they do it all, that is.

[@smeep.]

Any updates on this? I'm trying to find my series 2, I have it in storage somewhere and would like to try out these features on that too, let me know how it went for you.

[@MrDdio39]

Hi Mike, I cant seem to figures this out. I have the California watch face. When the wrist is down it shows a form of the watch face. Can that change?

[@RinconVBC]

Just a quick note, can you tell me how I can get my Find My phone back on my watch.? I bought series 9 watch and for some reason I can’t get back on my watch when I can’t locate my phone. And yeah, you guessed it..I’m a senior citizen, but usually smarter.

[@Matrixtruesaiyan]

Really good tips. I’ll start using some before I forget

[@davefellows]

I really wish nightstand/bed side mode would let you change the font colour! Green and blue are the worst colours for sleep.

[@carlanthonydelosangeles7411]

Thanks so much!

[@subratghimire7950]

Can we make that nightstand mode always on ??😢😢

[@OnzoCODM]

3:17 isnt working for me

[@ILoveCheeze-zb3zu]

Im getting an se 2nd gen today! Can’t wait to use it

[@ItzDanyelYT]

I got it just today!