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Swipe-up no longer shows the same features/functions on Apple Watch after the update

I just updated my Apple Watch 10 to watchOS 10.0.1 The swiping motions on the watch now bring different 'option' panels. "Swipe-up" no longer shows the same functions (battery %, vibrate phone, theater mode, etc). Where can I learn how to control my watch with OS 10?


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Posted on Sep 23, 2023 1:37 PM

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Posted on Oct 29, 2023 10:19 AM

Hi, I frequently and I mean frequently swiped up on my Apple Watch to see the battery percentage, to ping my phone, turn sounds on and off, etc. Now I have to change those settings by pressing the side button 😞 Is there anyway I can change back to a swipe up to see those settings? I have also turned my automatic updates off, so this will not happen again. I believe this happened when my Apple Watch updated to the new operating system.

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Dec 21, 2023 4:00 PM in response to IdrisSeabright

I agree here. I was a bit confused for a few moments then figured out the control panel was simply a button press away. Now I’m finding all sorts of uses for this new configuration.


That said, if enough people hate it — and make that known via feedback — I suspect this will turn into a setting in future releases just like the “Settings/Clock/Swipe to Switch Watch Face” control that was just added (and I was glad — I hated the new switch method!).

Dec 28, 2023 9:29 AM in response to BobHarris

Thank you for sharing this.

How do I add my vote to change this back to swipe up action?

Swipe up access to this screen is by far, for me, the most valuable function on my watch.

I am unable to quickly touch side button b/c my watch button is not responsive enough. I end up activating SOS then have to back out.

This really a bad idea.

Please allow us to switch back and or have option of swipe up screens.


Dec 31, 2023 2:50 PM in response to JosNR

I agree about feeling lost without my swipe up features. We need a way to get that back. It was so handy and I used it daily!! Now now I have multiple features of the exact same thing. I now have multiple features of the exact same thing!! See how irritating that is??? Please fix this and bring one of the best features back!!


Phil

Jan 5, 2024 6:35 AM in response to Adriantz

Adriantz wrote:

I want to download to an older version of watch IOS because of this ****** move made by Apple. How can I downgrade the watch IOS ? Please help with suggestions. Happy new year !

It is not possible to downgrade watchOS. However, if you explain the difficulties you're having, perhaps people can help you learn to use the new version more easily. 

Jan 9, 2024 3:19 PM in response to MikeBikeKeys62

If they're going to drastically change the UI with a mandatory update, they need to provide a "What's changed" walkthrough on the watch after the update.


It's infuriating to install an update and then have EVERYTHING stop working the way it should work. And have to search the internet to find out why everything is broken.


Apple knows this. They simply don't care.

Jan 24, 2024 2:04 PM in response to IdrisSeabright

I accept the validity of yours and Bob Harris’ replies regarding iPhone differences; however, regarding the following:


IdrisSeabright wrote:

I'm also not at all clear why you would think that two completely different types of devices, with different operating systems should work the same way. To me, that's the real logic failure.


I offer you the clarification that it’s not only completely reasonable to expect continuity across different devices from the same brand, it’s clearly something that Apple tries to do.

You have the option to mirror compatible settings such as sounds and focus modes across iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch, you can use your iPhone widgets on your MacBook, have calls come through Watch, MacBook, iPhone and iPad.


Where does your list of Apple Watch-capable apps come from? From the apps you use on your other Apple devices. Your inference that different

Apple devices with different operating systems shouldn’t work the same way is a logical fallacy that entirely negates one of the prime motivators for brand loyalty; namely, the ease of use created by continuity across products.

Jan 24, 2024 2:20 PM in response to karyn29

So, because some things are similar, all things should be similar?



karyn29 wrote:

Where does your list of Apple Watch-capable apps come from? From the apps you use on your other Apple devices.

Again, not entirely accurate. You can download apps directly on your Watch. And, though the Watch app on your iPhone does have a list of apps, it's not all the apps on your iPhone, only those specifically written for the Watch.


There are similarities. There are connections. But the devices are not and will never be identical. Form factor and hardware dictate a lot of things. iPhones and Watches are not the same.


You have a couple of options. You can keep twisting your knickers, or you can get used to how things work now.


You also can and should submit feedback to Apple.

Jan 24, 2024 2:46 PM in response to MikeBikeKeys62

Yes, a feature we were all used to changed (no one likes change) presumably to allow swipe up to perform different, useful functions. Is swipe up really that different from pressing the side button? At least swipe up and pressing the side button are both still one step processes.

Myself, I didn't like the change at first but I see the usefulness of the additional info provided with the new swipe up.

IMHO, this is a non issue.

Jan 24, 2024 3:00 PM in response to IdrisSeabright

Yes, I clearly stated “Watch-capable apps,” so your first point is moot, and in answer to your question, if the products are being made by the same brand and facilitating the interchangeable use of the same services, the answer is yes, logically, there should be continuity between the operation of the products.


Would you rather purchase an Apple Watch that requires you to search through the App Store’s Watch-capable apps, hunting and pecking for the apps you have on your iPhone, or purchase an Apple Watch, open the Watch app on your iPhone, and see a list of the apps you already use on you iPhone that have Watch-capability?


Would you rather have to individually set your iPhone, Watch, iPad, etc. to Do Not Disturb, or turn on Do Not Disturb on one device and have the rest follow suit? I know which I prefer. By your logic, when a company that makes cooking pots decides to start selling lids, they shouldn’t bother with making lids that fit their pots, because consumers shouldn’t expect the two different products to work together.


Your arguments against cross-device continuity have no legs to stand on.

Swipe-up no longer shows the same features/functions on Apple Watch after the update

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