The best apps and games for Apple Watch. Apple Watch apps you should install first
It started in Russia. The new product, which can already be officially purchased in Russia, has a good range of applications and games. On the occasion of the official launch of the Apple Watch in Russia, the editors of Trashbox decided to select the best games and applications for this watch. Read the full article under the cut.
One of several problems is the lack of real and useful uses for these watches. Many journalists and users point out that Apple made the device, but didn't figure out how to use it. This was done for her by third-party application developers who released a lot of programs and games.
Applications
Weather Live
What's better than viewing information right on your wrist? Probably nothing. The Weather Live program provides extensive functionality in this regard: the user can configure the display of eight weather information parameters on the watch screen. At the same time, visually “Weather Live” displays beautiful icons with the corresponding weather - sunny, cloudy, thunderstorm. One glance at the clock and you have already taken in the basic information - temperature and general weather. Additional screens contain other data: atmospheric pressure, humidity, visibility and a detailed forecast for the day.Runtastic and Nike+ Running
The second main purpose of smartwatches is use in fitness. Apple Watch can track the activity of its owner - the number of calories burned, the distance traveled. And also the most important thing - heart rate statistics. In this regard, the Runtastic and Nike+ applications offer comprehensive functionality: tracking all activity (in Nike+ only running or walking), compiling statistics, planning training, etc. Both applications are a kind of social networks where you can create your own profile, share statistics with friends, and even virtually greet your friends who also run or train with Runtastic or Nike+.Runtastic
Nike+ Running
Shazam
Shazam is another program that fits perfectly into the smartwatch format. The main functionality of the application is already known to everyone - just press one button and find out what kind of music is playing near you. At the same time, the version of Shazam for Apple Watch allows you to read the lyrics of a newly identified song.Musixmatch
Continuing the musical theme, it is worth mentioning the Musixmatch application, which complements the playback of songs with full-fledged karaoke. The program picks up the song being played in the player, loads the lyrics for it and synchronizes the words with the playback, highlighting the necessary ones. All this is on the smartwatch screen. Musixmatch is perfect for those who care about the words in songs.Calcbot
- is also one of the most important programs for smart watches. Sometimes you need to calculate something or convert one unit to another, but you don’t have a smartphone or tablet at hand. If you have an Apple Watch, then the calculator will always be with you. Calcbot is one of the best alternatives to the standard calculator on Apple Watch. The program itself is a reference to an existing calculator watch. Calcbot has a user-friendly interface, works with basic arithmetic operations, and also functions as a converter.Evernote
Surprisingly, Evernote, a note-taking and storage app, works great on a device that doesn't allow full keyboard input. The developers have well adapted their program for the Apple Watch: they added dictation of voice notes and viewing recent notes in a compact interface. There is also voice search for notes.Wunderlist
The popular shopping list app Wunderlist is also great for smartwatches. Using this program, you can make a list of the products you need in advance and walk around the store not with a smartphone in your hand, but look at everything you need on your wrist. At the same time, all to-do and shopping lists are synchronized between all your devices, be it an iPhone or an Android tablet.Yandex.Taxi and Uber
Ordering a taxi has never been so convenient, because now everything can be done right on your wrist. The Russian service Yandex.Taxi already supports Apple smartwatches along with the foreign Uber, which so far operates only in Moscow. In both applications, the process of ordering a taxi is almost the same: the watch automatically detects the location of the user, who only needs to press one button and monitor notifications."Yandex.Taxi"
Twitter and Instagram
The social network Twitter seemed to be created for the small screens of smartwatches, which perfectly fit messages with a limit of 140 characters. The version of the application for Apple Watch allows you to do almost everything that Twitter for iPhone or iPad does - read your feed, send tweets, view global trends. But Instagram for Apple Watch has more limited functionality - you can only view the feed with photos and notifications, and leave comments under the photo.Games
Lifeline...
The text adventure Lifeline is currently one of the most interesting and best games for the Apple Watch. In Lifeline, the player is the captain of a spaceship who receives a message from a passenger on another intergalactic ship, where he is the only survivor. The player will have to make important decisions for this passenger, for example, deciding in which part of the ship it is better for him to stay for the night, or what to do with the unusual thing that lives on the ship. The story for Lifeline was written by Dave Justas, a renowned comic book creator. It is worth noting that the game has been translated into Russian.Runeblade
We already talked about this game once. Runeblade is an RPG with an Apple Watch version. The gameplay in this role-playing game is simplified to the point of impossibility - there is only one button, which is responsible for hitting enemies. The character automatically moves around the map, where he encounters bosses and monsters. The game also has good graphics and quests. It's worth noting that Runeblade is completely free.Mu - Watch Pet
The wearable gadget is an ideal device for playing classic games. Mu - Watch Pet is one of them and, perhaps, the best. Here the player will need to look after his own pet - feed it, train it, play with it, and so on. Among the main features it is worth noting beautiful pet animations and a modern, pixel-free style. Also, the local pet cannot die.2048 Watch
The developers also released a version of the popular logic game 2048 for Apple Watch. Probably everyone is familiar with this simple but addictive game in which you need to combine squares with the same numbers to end up with 2048. If the playing field is completely filled, the game ends. It is worth noting that the gameplay does not end with the number 2048 - add the numbers until you get tired of it.Trivia Crack
The Trivia Crack game will appeal to those who love puzzles. Here the player needs to answer fairly simple questions, choosing one of the answer options. The questions are divided into several categories, which are selected randomly using a roulette wheel. If you have absolutely nothing to do, then simple questions in Trivia Crack will definitely brighten up a few minutes.Of course, these are not all applications and games for Apple, but all of the above are the best and most necessary of those 8,500 programs. This collection will be updated regularly. We hope you enjoyed the article and that Apple Watch users found something new here for themselves.
Even after abandoning its proprietary Apple Watch apps, the online App Store still has more than 200,000 watchOS apps available for download. With the release of watchOS 3, many applications run directly on the device itself without the involvement of the iPhone. So, what apps should you install on your newly purchased Apple Watch?
The App Store has more than 200,000 applications available for download for Apple Watch.
- free
The king of fitness apps has finally made its way to the Apple Watch. Strava will be your companion for your morning runs and cycling. The developers delayed the release of the watchOS version of the application for quite a long time, but the result of their work lived up to expectations. Statistical indicators are as close as possible to reality, the application works stably and without any complaints. The voice motivation feature isn't that great, but who actually uses it?
- £2.99
The application fully lives up to its name. You don't need to do any additional steps, just make sure the app is installed and the watch is still on your wrist when you get into bed. AutoSleep will automatically collect your sleep statistics. In the morning, the app will send you a notification with analysis, including: how many times you woke up and how long you were in the deep sleep phase.
- free
With detailed speed, altitude and distance data, you can track your progress downhill on your skis or snowboard. Agree, using an iPhone to collect such statistics is not the best solution. The clock is another matter. With the Slopes app, your most important stats are always on your wrist. The app gives you an idea of how much time you spent on the snow and how long you sat on the lift.
- free
If you are the kind of person who always forgets important little things: the Wi-Fi password in the office, the number of a parking space, the name of your mother-in-law, then Cheatsheet will come to your aid. The app allows you to create a tiny list of notes and display them on your Apple Watch. Each note can be assigned its own icon, and can also be displayed on the main watch face.
- £2.99 + £2.29 annually
As the name suggests, CARROT Weather is a weather application. Easy to use, with accurate forecasts, it can predict precipitation and other weather phenomena. But the most important thing is the ability to show weather data directly on the watch face.
- free
If you are in a major city, Citymapper is a “must have” app for your watch. It tracks the movement of public transport and gives clear tips on moving from place to place. You will always be notified in advance about the arrival time of shuttle buses, trains or trams.
- free
iTranslate is an indispensable application for any tourist. Are you in Berlin and don't speak German? Pressing one button will allow you to speak a phrase and instantly receive a translation. The application also has its own small phrasebook.
- £4.99
Just Press Record is a popular voice recording app for iPhone: press a button, record audio, stop recording and it syncs to the cloud. With the arrival of the watchOS version, it became possible to do all this without taking your smartphone out of your pocket. You can also dictate the information and receive a text file with the transcription.
- free
With superior audio effects and intelligent pause removal, Overcast is one of the best podcast players for iPhone. The Apple Watch version is essentially a remote for the iPhone app, giving you quick access to control podcast playback and search.
- free
Now you don’t even need to take your phone out of your pocket to find out the name of the song playing in the bar, just shake your hand. The watch will instantly show you the name of the song and its artist, as well as the lyrics, in case you want to jump on the table and delight your friends with your vocal prowess.
- £1.99
By pointing your watch at the moon, you can explore the stars using the star map on your hand. Having found the constellation you are interested in, you can easily get acquainted with all the information about this object.
- free
The next application will appeal to football fans. Let's imagine that you are at the longest and most pointless business meeting in the world or at an endless dinner with your spouse's relatives, and at the same time your favorite team is playing in the final of the national cup. Onefootball allows you to track the match in real time right on your smartwatch. The main thing is to refrain from shouting “goal” after secretly looking down at the clock.
- free
Along with the ability to manage your archive of articles, the application can convert them into speech. The result is a bit strange, but it can be useful when you don't feel comfortable holding your iPhone in front of your eyes.
- £9.99
Just like the mobile version, the 1Password app stores your passwords and secure notes. They can be accessed by entering a four-digit PIN code. Please note that the app is free to download for iPhone, but you will need to upgrade to the Pro version to use it on your watch.
- free
There are many currency conversion apps out there, but we chose Currency because it's fast, elegant, and responsive. You specify the currencies to track and the order in which they are sorted on your iPhone. Then, already on the watch, you can select the desired currency and enter the amount to convert.
Apple Watch is the most popular smartwatch on the market. They were just recently updated, but didn't get that many new features. As was said at the last presentation, this is also the most popular wristwatch in the world. So their significance can be understood. Definitely, this is not a cheap gadget and not everyone needs it. But if you own this device, we have compiled a list of the best applications for Apple smartwatches.
Strava
The best application for monitoring active sports. GPS can track your running or cycling. The results are quite accurate, but sometimes there is an error. Route planning works very well. Unfortunately, there is no well-known “Live Segments” function. But this is still the best app for runners and cyclists. The positive thing is that it is completely independent from your smartphone.
ESPN
If you're a busy person with frequent business meetings and simply can't keep up with your priority sports teams, then the ESPN app is for you. It will keep you updated with the game and progress of your favorite team. It has almost every sport. You can turn on notifications about goals scored or some breaking news. This is definitely the best solution for any fan.
PCalc
It's very strange that the Apple Watch doesn't have a standard calculator app. So you will have to download it. And if you choose from all of them, PCalc is the best. It has a very thoughtfully designed interface. There are all the most necessary mathematical actions, as well as the ability to control your voice. In general, if you want a convenient calculator with many useful functions, then feel free to download PCalc.
Citymapper
If you spend your holidays in Paris, London, Los Angeles or other major cities of the world, then the Citymapper application will definitely be useful to you. It will help you get directions in cities, show the cost and schedule of public transport. You will be able to find out the points of departure, arrival and stopping places. Also, if you have the latest version of an Apple watch, which has an LTE modem, then you don’t have to use a smartphone.
iTranslate Converse
If you are on vacation in a country unfamiliar to you and people speak a language you don’t understand, then the iTranslate Converse app will definitely come in handy. You will need to select the translation language and press the button. The application itself will determine who speaks what language and will translate your speech and the interlocutor. It is worth remembering that the longer the sentence, the more time it will take to translate it.
Yelp
If you are in a place that is unfamiliar to you and you urgently need somewhere to eat, then everyone knows that they use the Yelp application for this. And now you can install this application on your watch. Download it and select the desired service category. The application will recommend you the best establishments in your location, which is very convenient. At the moment there is no LTE support, but such an opportunity will appear soon.
Elk
This currency conversion app has a very user-friendly and good interface. It will be able to determine the currency you need based on your location. Or you can choose the currency that you need at the moment. Thanks to the simple interface, you can easily set the amount to convert. Elk is a good, smart and useful application. It is definitely more convenient to use than any calculator.
Reminders Nano
For unknown reasons, the Apple Watch does not have a Reminders feature, which is very strange. But no worries, there is a very good app for this: Reminders Nano. First of all, it is convenient because it can arrange your tasks in alphabetical order. It is also possible to create your own list or set a new reminder, without having to use your iPhone, which, you see, is very convenient.
MultiTimer
Naturally, Apple has its own timer app, but it's not particularly functional and won't work on the watch without your smartphone. So you will need a MultiTimer. First of all, it is autonomous. You will also have the opportunity to run several timers at once, in case you need this. In any case, this application is definitely better than the standard one.
Pennies
If you need to budget your income and expenses, you can do this on your Apple Watch using the Pennies app. It will allow you to create multiple lists to which you can add or remove funds as needed. Using this application, you can monitor your expenses and income by selecting a specific period of time.
Deliveries
The Deliveries app itself is very useful on any platform, but it's nice to know that it's also available for the Apple Watch. With it you can track the location of your parcel, with the location marked on the map and the approximate delivery time. So now you can accurately calculate your time to be home when the courier arrives.
Shazam
If you are a fan of listening to great music, then you definitely need the Shazam app on your smartphone. After all, with its help you can easily find out what cool track is currently playing on the radio or in the video you are watching. But there is a small nuance: by the time you take out your smartphone, the song may already end. That's why Shazam is also available on smartwatches. They raised their hand and the application is already looking for the playing melody.
Overcast
Overcast is the best app for listening to your favorite podcast. It is very convenient, thanks to cool functions: built-in effects, to enhance your voice, smartly remove silence in recordings, etc. On Apple Watch, using the application becomes even more convenient and autonomous. You can rewind, increase reading speed, pause and enable various effects.
TodoMovies 4
If you are a big fan of films, then definitely keep an eye on what's new in the world of cinema. With the TodoMovies 4 app, you can keep track of what you've already watched or what you want to watch in the future. On your iPhone you can rate a movie you've already watched, and on your watch you'll have access to lists divided into categories.
Instapaper
This application may seem strange, but suddenly it will be useful to you. Instapaper is a so-called “read-later” service, an archive for reading articles. If your hands are busy and you cannot read the article on your smartphone, then using this application on your watch, you can enable audio reading. Yes, it sounds very strange, like a talking robot, but maybe it will be useful for you.
Today to all iPhone owners, and for this reason we decided to compile a selection of 20 cool and useful applications for Apple smartwatches. Everything is here - from games and taxi ordering services to fitness applications and task managers.
The official Twitter app for Apple Watch. You can view the feed, replies, retweet, and view your favorites.
Have you ever dreamed of viewing your photo feed directly from your watch? Well, your wishes have become reality. The Instagram app for Apple Watch will allow you to perform any actions with your account without taking your smartphone out of your pocket.
All your passwords are now not in one place, but right on the watch. Forgot your bank card PIN at the checkout? We opened the app and paid without any problems.
One of the largest news aggregators is now available on Apple Watch. Is it inconvenient to read articles on your watch? This application can dispel this myth.
Uber
Almost the cheapest taxi service and the most expensive startup in the world. Left the mall with bags and can't get your iPhone? Order a taxi directly from your wrist.
Evernote
Convenient service for taking notes. Now, if a smart thought suddenly comes to your mind, you can write it down anytime and anywhere.
Clear
Probably the best app for taking quick notes. Simple, adapted to the Apple Watch interface. True, it’s a little expensive for such simplicity - 299 rubles. However, there will always be people willing.
Hydra
Now you can take amazing photos not only on your iPhone, but even on your watch. The solution is not for everybody, but that doesn’t make it any less interesting.
Alfa Bank
Probably the first banking app to support Apple Watch. It is possible that Rocketbank and Tinkoff Bank will soon join in, but for now this is the only solution for controlling your account on an Apple watch.
Booking Now
Do you want to book a hotel with one click? The solution from Booking.com allows you to do this on your Apple Watch and even get directions to the desired hotel. Overall very convenient.
Runtastic GPS
A fitness app for counting steps, an ideal assistant for running and a great assistant for those who like to lose extra pounds. In the gym and on Apple Watch - just right.
Wunderlist
A cool program for maintaining to-do lists, including joint ones. It’s unlikely that anyone hasn’t heard of Wunderlist, and it’s clearly a useful thing on the Apple Watch.
A useful program and convenient water tracker for Apple Watch. You can calculate the required volume of liquid and promptly receive notifications. A widget for the notification center and other amenities are included.
Recipes with photos of steps
A useful application for those who love to cook - now you can view your favorite recipes without leaving the stove. Just be careful - otherwise it will turn out like this:
This program needs no introduction - just activate it on your Apple Watch and find out what music is playing around you.
Weather Live
Stay up to date with the weather for today, tomorrow or the weekend - the Weather Live app makes it easy.
Tomorrow Apple Watch will go on sale in Russia. For most third-party developers, the three months that have passed since the launch of smartwatches in the first nine countries were too short to intelligently adapt their products to the new platform. However, there are already plenty of examples of apps on the Apple Watch whose creators understand the benefits of wearable devices - or do something that Apple itself has not yet done.
Calcbot
A calculator app on a smartwatch, a nod to watches from the past with a real calculator, might seem like an obvious solution, but Apple's app doesn't have a Watch version. Calcbot is a worthy alternative. Not only does it perform basic arithmetic, but it also converts different quantities into other units of measurement, and also calculates how much to tip you should leave. And the most important thing is that it works quickly: it is much more convenient to count something on it than to take out the iPhone.
Evernote
The most powerful note-taking app fits perfectly into the new platform. You can quickly view recent notes, create and speak a new one, or find any note using voice search. This is suitable for those cases when you come up with an idea that is easier to say than to write, but you don’t have a smartphone at hand - and it helps to significantly speed up the creation of a note: after all, we usually speak faster than we write, and if something happens, we always take a note can be edited from another device.
Lifeline
So far, the main game on the Apple Watch is an interactive version of the books in the “Choose Your Own Adventure” series, a text quest. You receive a message from a passenger on a spaceship that has crashed. He miraculously survived and now completely relies on you. You make key decisions for the survivor - like whether to sleep near the reactor, from which he will receive a dose of radioactive radiation, or elsewhere on the ship, at the risk of freezing. You can enjoy the excellent script created by one of the creators of the Fables comics, Dave Justus, on the iPhone, but it is on the Apple Watch that the game truly reveals itself: there is an unusual feeling of involvement in what is happening.
Musixmatch
The app, which worked great on the iPhone, is even more useful on the Apple Watch, given that individual playlists can be stored and launched directly on the watch, without a smartphone nearby. You launch a song, Musixmatch searches for it in its lyrics database and offers a kind of karaoke: the lines that the performer is singing or reading right now are highlighted. This is convenient when you are listening to something new or cannot make out certain parts of the tracks you like.
Overcast
Apple Watch doesn't have Apple's podcast app, but Overcast comes to the rescue. With it, you can control podcast playback just as easily as music playback, as well as skip and speed up parts.
NYTimes
So far, The New York Times has had the best feel for the short news format for wearable devices. Their Apple Watch app features multiple screens of recent important news, each in one sentence. If you wish, you can view the details by scrolling down the screen, or save the news to read it later in the application on your iPhone. A great way to catch up on important news in a minute.
