Apple Watch Heart Rate app gets an interesting update in watchOS 10 beta

Smartwatches are best known for their health features, and there are several instances where the device has been instrumental in saving lives. Keeping this in mind, Apple has introduced changes for its health apps to ensure upgraded features for its users. One such update for its Heart Rate app could be in the pipeline for Apple Watch users, and here’s what we know so far about it.

What to expect with the new Heart Rate app for Apple Watch?

Apple Watch users will now see a complete design revamp on the Heart Rate app. Upon launching the app, users currently see the watch measuring their pulse with an interactive heart icon. However, the improved version of the app will show a shadow of the heart in the background, with real-time visualisation of their pulse rate. 

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This variation adds a ripple animation with every heartbeat, allowing users to know more about their beat range after swiping on the screen. Apart from this, users will now have access to other vital metrics, including walking heart rate, resting heart rate and workout heart rate. Lastly, if you’re keen on keeping track of your pulse range throughout the day, the app can track your numbers across the various workouts you perform all day. 

What else to look out for with watchOS 10?

Apple is all set to roll out the beta version of its watchOS 10, which will reintroduce some of our favourite apps in a new light. Users can also expect additional Watch faces, new workout metrics, and a mental health log to note their day-to-day mood. However, it is crucial to note that beta releases don’t have an option of reverting and installing from watchOS 9 is a permanent update.