Apple Watch - Basic Class

Number of sessions: 2
Course Fee: $20

Prerequisites:

• This class is for those interested in learning more about the features of the Apple Watch.
• Requirements:
• Knowledge of iPhone and iOS 18.
• Bring your iPhone (Apple Watch is not compatible with Android devices).
• Apple Watch Series 6, 7, 8, 9, SE, or Ultra (updated to WatchOS 11) is preferred. If you have one, bring it to class.
• Apple Watch Series 5 or earlier models will not benefit much from this class.
• Additional Information:
• Basic Apple Watch and WatchOS 10 knowledge, or a desire to learn more.
• The class will be held in person in the Computer Club Classroom in 2 sessions on different days.

Materials: iPhone and Apple Watch Series 6, 7, SE, 8, 9 or Ultra Ultra

Objectives:

1. Here is what you will learn:
2. Communication and Reminders: Use voice commands with Siri to send messages and set reminders.
3. Software Updates: Understand the importance of software updates and learn how to update your Apple Watch.
4. Entertainment: Stream your favorite music wirelessly directly from your Apple Watch.
5. Health and Fitness:
6. Discover "Always On" mode (available on Series 5 and later) for continuous-time display.
7. Track your resting heart rate, walking pace, and workout recovery heart rate.
8. Learn how to perform an ECG (Electrocardiogram) and monitor your blood oxygen levels (Series 4 and later).
9. Understand how Fall Detection works and provides emergency assistance (Series 4 and later).
10. Customization: Set up an hourly chime for gentle time reminders.
11. Accessibility: Learn how to control your hearing aids directly from your Apple Watch using Apple Watch features or third-party applications.

Description:

Learn about the most useful features of the Apple Watch and the reasons it is becoming an everyday part of the lives of people.

During the second session, we will explore the various settings of the Apple Watch in more depth, including an introduction to WatchOS11.