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Installing Apple Watch update a mistake – Apple Watch bug report

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Apple has released the first update to the Apple Watch, which bumps up the Watch OS to version 10.1. The Apple Watch update was intended to fix the performance issues many had been complaining about, and while at a first glance, performance did improve on the wearable, the Apple Watch update actually added something that it wasn’t supposed to: a bug. A new Apple Watch bug was found by many users in the heart rate sensor, which began skipping readings.

According to Apple Watch owners discussing the update in forums, the Apple Watch update added a bug to the heart rate sensor, which became irregular in its readings. These users say that during an average day of use, their Apple Watch would miss an hour or two each day, which they noticed in their heart rate recorded data page in the Health app on their iPhones.

The Apple Watch bug seems to be impacting all owners, although we can’t be sure of that just yet. The main issues is that when cycling or running, the optical heart rate sensor of the Watch would stop recording, which didn’t occur before the update. Some users are actually noticing that the heart rate sensor is not recording at all, unless they open the Glance and force it to activate, which is a problem for many.

Note that users experiencing the Apple Watch bug say that the heart rate monitor works just fine when the workout app is open and the monitor is supposed to record continuously. This issue is not that big, but it is annoying for those who want to keep track of their heart rate at all times. According to Apple, the Watch is supposed to take a reading every 10 minutes, which it stopped doing ever since the Apple Watch update was installed.

Apple has not commented on the issue as of yet, but we are expecting a response from the company in the following few days. Until then, those experiencing the Apple Watch heart rate sensor not working should stay confident and be patient, because the company will most likely fix it in a matter of weeks. You can still enjoy the rest of the features that the Watch has, as the update has impacted performance positively, except for battery life, which seems to have decreased for some. If you didn’t install the Apple Watch update yet, you might want to give it some time.

As part of the editorial team here at Geekreply, John spends a lot of his time making sure each article is up to snuff. That said, he also occasionally pens articles on the latest in Geek culture. From Gaming to Science, expect the latest news fast from John and team.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Return to All-Time Low Price at Best Buy, Grab a Pair for $80 Today

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Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Live may be the better option if earbuds with a stem design, like Apple’s AirPods, feel unpleasant or frequently fall out of your ears. These bean-shaped true wireless earbuds are among our top picks because of their cutting-edge design and excellent sound, which we found to be even better than the original AirPods Pro. And right now, Best Buy has the opportunity to get them for less than half the regular cost. Only today, you can save $70 and get a pair of Galaxy Buds Live for just $80, which matches the lowest price we’ve seen thus far.

One of the most affordable pairs of earbuds you’ll find in this price range is the Galaxy Buds Live, which retail for about $80. They have three microphones for active noise-cancellation, as well as a 12mm speaker that has been adjusted and improved for bass for rich, immersive sound. Although they still let in a good bit of background noise because of their open-ear design.

The Buds Live feature an IPX2 water-resistance rating, making them safe to use during workouts and resistant to sweat and splashing, but you shouldn’t use them in the rain. They can operate for up to 29 hours on a single charge, including top-ups from the charging case, which doubles as a wireless charger for your phone. There are smaller reductions on other colors as well, but this offer is only valid on the white and black color options.

Read more in the 2020 Galaxy Buds Live review by David Carnoy. He gave them an 8.2 out of 10 and stated, “They’re quite unique-looking, inconspicuous, and not only do they fit securely, but they’re comfortable to wear for long periods of time.”

 

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In the upcoming fall, Sony’s wireless earbuds will support multipoint connections

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Sony is not just using environmentally friendly materials to upgrade its wireless earbuds. Now, the business claims that multipoint audio functionality will be added to its LinkBuds, LinkBuds S, and WF-1000XM4 models this fall. This allows you to switch between the audio on two Bluetooth devices, just as other competing earbuds. For instance, while watching a video on your tablet, you can switch to a call on your phone.

Sony’s Headphones Connect app offers fresh firmware that is necessary for the enhancement. The multipoint update for the LinkBuds family should be available by November, while the WF-1000XM4 should follow suit this winter.

The WF-1000XM4 upgrade is fairly unexpected, as The Verge noted. Midway through 2021, when Sony first began to market that device, it had not even hinted at a multipoint update. The news won’t help you much if you have cheap headphones like the WF-C500, but at least you won’t feel left out if you spent a lot on wireless audio last year.

Sony now has a competitive advantage over some of its rivals, at least. While competitors like Apple’s AirPods offer smooth audio switching, you’re typically constrained to a single brand’s environment. If you don’t want to be restricted to specific platforms or goods merely to avoid slogging through Bluetooth device menus, Sony’s multipoint functionality might make more sense.

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At $250, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 reaches a new low.

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If you’ve had your eye on the brand-new Galaxy Watch 5 from Samsung but were awaiting a discount, one is now available. The 40mm model in three hues (Grey, Pink Gold, and Silver) is available for $250 on Amazon’s Woot site, saving you $30 or 11% off the list price.

In our previous review, the Galaxy Watch 5 received a strong 85 points, and we once again dubbed it “the greatest non-Apple smartwatch.” Over the Watch 4, Samsung concentrated more on improving it, giving it a longer battery life (up to 80 hours), stronger Sapphire Crystal glass, and an inactive temperature sensor.

The design and features are otherwise unchanged, which is a good thing. With a touch-sensitive ring surrounding the screen and a snappy 5-nanometer Exynos processor, it runs Wear OS and employs Samsung’s bezel-based navigation. This offers you access to a variety of apps, sleep tracking and coaching, health and fitness tracking, and countless other features. The body-impedance analysis tool allows you to take ECG scans, reply to messages, control music playing, and more. It also allows you to acquire a reading of your body composition.


The sensors are kept in contact with your wrist by the slightly curved underside, which is rated IP68, 5ATM, and MIL-STD-810H for durability (water, dust and pressure resistance). The biggest drawback is that, in comparison to the Apple Watch 7, battery life is significantly reduced with the always-on display. Even so, it’s the greatest Android smartwatch currently on the market, and discounts on such a brand-new product are uncommon. Remember that Woot’s offers have a shorter expiration date and a different return policy than its parent company, Amazon.

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