Apple's watchOS 3 brings performance improvements, revamped UI to Apple Watch

Apple at its WWDC event announced watchOS 3 for Apple watch that brings major UI overhaul, performance improvements, new apps, improved fitness & health tracking and better third party app support.

The main highlights and new features of the watchOS 3 include:

Revamped user interface
Instant launch feature – Fast launch time and app performance (up to 7x than watchOS 2) of the watchOS app.
Dock – just swipe up from home screen for quick access to favorite apps
New Control Center – gives quick access to frequently used toggles and settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, Night Shift
Scribble – handwriting recognition feature that lets you to scribble on the screen which translates to word for quick reply to messages
SOS feature for emergencies. long press of the side button on the watch will automatically trigger a call to whatever is the equivalent of 911
New Fitness Tracking app – Share activities and check activity levels of your friends and families to motivate yourself
Activity app is now optimized for wheelchair users. Wheelchair pushes contribute to all-day calorie goals, the “time to stand” reminder is now “time to roll” and there are dedicated wheelchair-specific workouts.
Breath app for breathing, relaxation and stress reduction
Easily switch watch faces just by swiping on display
New Minnie Mouse watch face
More third party App permissions

Apple will release the watchOS 3 this fall to Apple Watch, with Developer Preview available immediately.

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