Any new model of the Apple Watch comes with additional features and capabilities, and a thriving ecosystem of third-party apps makes your timepiece for tracking steps and heart rate all the more useful: apps that help you get things done, get from A to B, get your questions answered and generally get on with life without constantly reaching for your phone in your pocket. These are our favorites.
Things
If you want to increase your productivity, you should try Things – the app is about as comprehensive when it comes to organizing your life and daily tasks, and it has companion apps for your phone and desktop. The Apple Watch section of the app lets you see what to do, check items off your to-do lists, and more, all from your wrist. It’s going to cost you, but it’s an app that justifies the expense.
Things ($ 9.99)
Small armies
Games don’t usually work on the Apple Watch’s small screen, but Tiny Armies is an exception. The simple gameplay and graphics make it perfect for spending a few minutes of idle time, in quick bursts, and the experience on the Apple Watch isn’t much different from playing on an iPhone or an iPad. The object of the game is to defeat your opponent’s armies with some careful strategic thinking and a few well-placed finger movements.