WatchOS 2: all the new features for firmware Apple Watch [video]

"Smart" Watch Apple Watch, according to analysts, has sold over 7 million copies. It is more than able to sell any other manufacturer over the same time period. Today, Apple released the second generation of the operating system watchOS, designed to make the product even more popular among users.

One of the main problems Apple Watch was the lack of "native" applications. Before the release watchOS 2.0 all programs processed on a smartphone, and the hours were only an external control unit and display. But even at the time of the announcement of Apple promised that its own software for the clock to appear in the future. Now, after the release of the new edition watchOS, applications for smart watches become more functional to increase the speed of their work.

On the home screen Apple Watch now allows you to set your own wallpapers - for this you can use any image from your library. Important feature watchOS 2 is support for security Activation Lock, which provides protection for your device from theft. Time Travel feature allows you to view the upcoming events and the weather forecast with the help of wheels Digital Crown.

With the release of the final version watchOS 2, users can respond to emails directly from the clock, and view videos on the screen. The usefulness of the latest "innovations", given the size and format of the display is very doubtful, but under certain circumstances it may be necessary. Ad Hoc Mode is designed to turn a smart watch, set to charge at night Service.