Do you have a smartwatch? Learn how to use it at work to improve your productivity. It's very easy!
A smartwatch, or smart watch, can be a good option for those looking for ways to be more productive in the workplace. By using the device, the user can optimize tasks, keep track of their schedule, take notes and even monitor their health.
Devices like the Apple Watch and the Galaxy Watch are some of the most complete devices available on the market today, especially when used with their manufacturers' cell phones.
Learn now some ways to ensure greater productivity at work using smartwatches. But be aware: not all tips will be available on all models available on the market, especially on older and more affordable models. Some of the tips can only be applied to the latest devices.
Track messages and calls
One of the available functions on smartwatches is the quick management of messages and calls. Whether the device is equipped with a chip or not, when it is close to the paired cell phone, it can receive and make calls using the sound and microphone of the device itself or a Bluetooth headset that is connected to the watch. In the case of messages, you need to access the SMS area or the saved contact and start writing.
Meta recently announced the arrival from Whatsapp for watches that use Google's operating system, Wear OS. Among the watches that received the new feature are Google's own Pixel Watch, Samsung's Galaxy Watch 6 and models from Xiaomi and Amazfit.
Take notes and refer to them
Writing down information that needs to be saved quickly is also an action that can be done on the smartwatch. Most models have specific note-taking apps, which can be downloaded from the manufacturer's stores. Samsung offers a version of Notes specifically for Galaxy Watch smartphones.
The apps, however, do not need to be produced by the smartwatch manufacturer. You can download Google's Keep for a Apple Watch compatible. Because of the screen size, it can be a bit difficult and time-consuming to write everything down, even with the keyboard. One tip for this is to use voice features to write faster.
View task lists
For people who use to-do lists, with things that need to be done, having a smartwatch can be a great advantage. It allows you to access list apps that are saved on the device. Some models, such as the Apple Watch, already come with the list app installed and synchronized with the iPhone. With this, it is possible to generate new lists on the device itself and access those that were created on the phone.
If the user does not want to use the watch's native apps, it is also possible to access the app store and check which tools are compatible with the device. When generating a reminder, the watch will show the activities in the notifications tab, allowing quick access to the content with just one tap.
Health resources
One of the main features of smartwatches is their health monitoring capabilities. Users of Apple Watches Series 4 to Series 8 and Ultra can monitor their heart rate, check their oximeter and other measurements that help control stress levels at work and check if they need to take breaks. To do this, your phone must be updated with the latest version of the operating system, and your watch must also be updated with the latest version of its operating system.
Manage tasks
Just as you can create lists and notes, you can also access your email inbox and calendar. You can read, reply to, and send messages from your watch, as well as check saved events and meeting times.
Modes of concentration
It is possible to activate the mobile phone's focus modes. With the feature configured, in addition to the mobile phone, all devices belonging to the ecosystem activate the functionality automatically at the time established by the user.
In the case of the Apple Watch, access to this tool is in the quick access menu. After unlocking the device, simply drag the screen upwards to the moon icon. By pressing the icon, the options can be activated or deactivated.
