Apple Releases watchOS 5.1.2 With ECG App, Irregular Heart Rhythm Alerts, More

Apple has released watchOS 5.1.2 which brings electrocardiogram (ECG) capabilities and irregular heart rhythm alerts to the Apple Watch.

This update includes new features, improvements and bug fixes:
● New ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 ( US and US territories only)
○ Allows you to take an electrocardiogram similar to a single-lead electrocardiogram
○ Can indicate whether your heart rhythm shows signs of atrial fibrillation - a serious form of irregular heart rhythm - sinus rhythm , which means your heart is beating in a normal pattern
○ Saves ECG waveform, classification and any noted symptoms in a PDF on the Health app on iPhone to share with your doctor
● Adds the ability to receive an alert if an irregular heart rhythm that appears to be atrial fibrillation is detected ( US and US territories only)
● Enables direct access to supported movie tickets, coupons, and rewards cards in Wallet when tapped to a contactless reader
● Receive notifications and animated celebrations when you achieve daily maximum points in a day during an Activity competition
● New Infograph complications for Mail, Maps, Messages, Find My Friends, Home, News, Phone, Remote
● Manage your availability for Walkie-Talkie from Control Center

Some features may not be available fro all countries or all areas. For more information visit: https://www.apple.com/watchos/feature-availability


For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
https://support.apple.com/HT201222

You can find instructions on how to install software updates on your Apple Watch here.