Apple Watch's Silent Mode Just Got Smarter: Introducing the New Sleep Alarm in watchOS 11.4

Apple Watch's Silent Mode Just Got Smarter: Introducing the New Sleep Alarm in watchOS 11.4

Apple’s watchOS 11.4 introduces a long-requested alarm enhancement—Sleep Wake Up alarms now sound even when Silent Mode is enabled. This update ensures reliable wake-up calls without compromising your preference for a quiet environment.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

April 20, 2025

Waking Up Just Got Easier: Apple’s Latest Alarm Innovation

Have you ever missed an important morning meeting because your Apple Watch was in Silent Mode? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Check out the new Apple Watch Sleep Wake Up Alarm.

With the release of watchOS 11.4, Apple tackles this concern head-on by introducing a feature that ensures you wake up on time—every time.

Understanding the New Sleep Wake Up Alarm Feature

In previous versions of watchOS, enabling Silent Mode meant all alerts—including alarms—were muted. 

This posed a challenge for users who preferred peace and quiet but still needed dependable alarms.

watchOS 11.4 introduces a new "Break Through Silent Mode" option. This allows Sleep Wake Up alarms to sound audibly even when Silent Mode is turned on.

Snoopy Takes Over! How to Add the Adorable New Apple Watch Face

Snoopy Takes Over! How to Add the Adorable New Apple Watch Face

Snoopy fans rejoice! Transform your Apple Watch with the new Snoopy watch face – it's easy to set up and delivers delightful charm with every glance.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

January 3, 2024

Are you an Apple Watch user? 

Do you love Snoopy? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Add the new Snoopy watch face feature to your Apple Watch.

The Snoopy Apple Watch face is lively, interactive, and fun. 

It brings your Apple Watch to life with cool animations and movements. 

Snoopy and Woodstock react whenever you raise your wrists. 

Here's how to do it.

• To use the Snoopy Watch face, you need to update your Apple Watch to watchOS 10.
• On your iPhone, launch the Watch app.
• Tap on the Face Gallery tab in the bottom middle of the app.
• You’ll see the Palette and Snoopy watch faces under New Watch Faces. 
• Tap on Snoopy.
• Choose the Color 
• Choose a Style.

fig. 1 - Apple Watch - Snoopy Watch Face Setting

• Tap "Set as current Watch Face" to make it your watch face.

fig. 2 - Apple Watch - Snoopy

It’s one of the most intuitive watch faces on an Apple Watch.

Snoopy can be seen surfing, playing basketball, or giving you side looks to bring the watch face to life. 

While my Apple Watch SE doesn’t support the always-on display function, Snoopy and Woodstock can be seen sleeping on the always-on display for Apple Watches that support it.

Enjoy!

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Unlock a Hidden Feature to Help You Find Your iPhone

Have you ever misplaced your iPhone and frantically searched for it only to find it tucked away in a dark corner of your room? 

Fortunately, there's a hidden feature on your Apple Watch that can help you out in these situations.

We've already shown how to Ping your iPhone from your Apple Watch.

But here's an even Cooler, Cool Tip.   Long press and hold the Find My Phone button to also make the phone's LED light and flash.

Here's how to do it.

• Swipe up from the watch face (or press the Side button if you're running watchOS 10 or later).
• Press and hold the Find My iPhone button.
• Your iPhone will both ping and the LED will flash.

fig. 1 - Apple Watch - Find My Phone

You'll find your iPhone even when you can't easily see it!

Enjoy!

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How to Illuminate Your Way with the Apple Watch

Are you making the most of your Apple Watch? 

Beyond tracking your fitness goals and receiving notifications, this sleek wearable has a hidden feature that can be a lifesaver in certain situations.

Here's a Cool Tip:  Apple Watch Flashlight feature.

Just like your iPhone, your Apple Watch can double as a handy flashlight. 

Whether you're fumbling for your keys in the dark or need a little extra light in a dimly lit environment, the Apple Watch flashlight is here to illuminate your way. 

How to Access the Flashlight Feature

• Raise your wrist or tap the screen of your Apple Watch to wake it up. 
• Once it's awake, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to reveal the Control Center.
• Find the flashlight icon—a small, illuminated torch symbol. 

fig.1 - Apple Watch, Control Panel, Flashlight

Turn On the Flashlight

• Tap the flashlight icon.
• Your Apple Watch's screen will transform into a radiant light source.
• Swipe left to choose a mode:
• a steady white light, 
• a flashing white light, or 
• a steady red light, perfect for lighting the dark without being annoying.

Adjust the Brightness

• Once the flashlight is activated, press on the screen to adjust the brightness level.

Turn Off the Flashlight

• Tap the flashlight icon in the Control Center again to switch off the light. 
• Or, press the Digital Crown on the side of your Apple Watch to return to the watch face, automatically deactivating the flashlight. 

That's it.

Enjoy!

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How to Make the Apple Watch Text Bigger, Brighter and Bolder

Are you tired of squinting at your Apple Watch's display in bright sunlight? 

Or maybe you find the screen too bright in dimly lit rooms? 

Whatever your preference, adjusting the brightness and display settings on your Apple Watch is simple and easy to do. 

In this Cool Tip, we'll show you how to change the Apple Watch's brightness and display settings directly from the watch itself, as well as from your iPhone.

Changing Brightness and Display Settings on Apple Watch

• Press the Digital Crown to access the Home screen.
• Open the Settings app.
• Tap Display & Brightness.

• To adjust the brightness, tap the Brightness icons to increase or decrease brightness.
• To change text size, tap Text Size then tap the text icons to increase or decrease text size.
• To bold text, tap Bold to toggle the setting.

Changing Brightness and Display Settings on iPhone

• Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
• Tap My Watch, then tap Display & Brightness.

• To adjust the brightness, swipe the Brightness slider left or right.
• To adjust Text Size, slide the Text Size slider left or right.
• To bold text, tap Bold to toggle the setting.

Changing the brightness and display settings on your Apple Watch is a quick and easy process, whether you prefer to make adjustments directly from the watch or from your iPhone. 

With just a few simple steps, you can customize your watch to suit your personal preferences and ensure that you can always see the information you need.

Enjoy!

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Capture the Moment: How to Take a Screenshot of Your Apple Watch!

Are you an Apple Watch user who wants to capture a moment on your watch and save it for later?

Whether it's a message from a loved one, a fitness milestone, or just a cool watch face, taking a screenshot of your Apple Watch is a great way to preserve these moments.

Here's a Cool Tip on how to take a screenshot of your Apple Watch.

• Take the Screenshot: Simultaneously press the Digital Crown and the Side Button on your Apple Watch. Press both buttons at the same time and hold for a few seconds.
• You'll see the screen flash, indicating that the screenshot has been taken.
• View the Screenshot: Open the Photos app on your iPhone and find the screenshot in the recent photos on the Camera Roll.
• Edit or share the screenshot as you would for any photo.
• If the screenshot doesn't work, check to ensure Enabling Screenshots is set to On. 
• To do this, open the Apple Watch app on the iPhone 
• Select General
•  Scroll down to Enable Screenshots and ensure it is toggled On.

Apple Watch Screenshot Setting - Toggle to On

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Lost Your iPhone? Here's How Your Apple Watch Can Help You Find It!

The Apple Watch is a versatile device that can do much more than simply tell time. 

One of its most useful features is the ability to make and receive phone calls, even when your iPhone is not nearby. 

But what if you misplace your iPhone and need to find it quickly? 

Thankfully, the Apple Watch can help with that too. In this article, we'll show you how to make your iPhone ring from your Apple Watch.

• Swipe up on the watch face to access the Control Center. UPDATE: (or press the Side button if you're running watchOS 10 or later).
• Look for the Ping iPhone button, which looks like an iPhone with sound waves emanating from it. 
• If you don't see it, you may need to add it to the Control Center. 
• To do this, go to the Watch app on your iPhone, tap My Watch, then tap Control Center. From there, you can add the Ping iPhone button.
• Once you've located the Ping iPhone button, tap it. 
• Your iPhone will emit a loud pinging sound, even if it's in silent mode.

Use the Ping iPhone Feature on Apple Watch to Make Your iPhone Ring

• If your iPhone is not within range of your Apple Watch, you'll receive a message on the watch indicating that it's out of range. 
• In this case, you may need to physically search for your phone.
• If your iPhone is nearby, but you still can't find it, try tapping the Ping iPhone button again. 
• This will cause your iPhone to emit another loud pinging sound, which should help you locate it.
• If you've tried everything and still can't find your iPhone, you can use the Find My app on your Apple Watch or another device to locate it. 
• Simply open the app, select your iPhone, and follow the instructions to locate it on a map.

That's it.  Enjoy!

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