Colin Snow
The Apple Watch Series 3 or later with watchOS 8 can automatically track sleep. The watch uses motion and phone usage to detect sleep and estimate the different stages of sleep. The Sleep app on the watch can be used to manually track sleep, but third-party apps such as SleepWatch and AutoSleep can be used for automatic sleep tracking.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Sleep tracking | Available on watchOS 7 or later |
| Sleep tracking app | SleepWatch, AutoSleep, Sleep Clock App |
| Sleep tracking hardware | State-of-the-art sensors |
| Respiratory rate tracking | Available on watchOS 8 or later |
| Sleep schedule | Can be set up in the Health app |
| Sleep goal | Can be set up in the Health app |
| Sleep Focus | Limits distractions before and after bedtime |
| Wind Down | Can be set up in the Health app |
| Charging Reminders | Can be turned on in the Watch app |
| Sleep history | Can be viewed in the Sleep app |
What You'll Learn
Sleep tracking is available on watchOS 8 or later
To view your respiratory rate, open the Health app on your iPhone or iPad. If you're using an iPhone, tap 'Browse' at the bottom of the screen, then tap 'Respiratory' and 'Respiratory Rate'. If you're using an iPad, tap the sidebar to open it, then tap 'Respiratory' and 'Respiratory Rate'.
You can also view your recent sleep data on your Apple Watch. Open the Sleep app on your watch, then turn the Digital Crown to view your Sleep Stages data, Time Asleep, and your Sleep Duration for the last 14 days.
The Health app on iPhone can help you set a sleep goal and create a customised sleep schedule. Open the Health app on your iPhone. Tap 'Get Started' under 'Set Up Sleep', then tap 'Next'. You can then set the number of hours you'd like to spend asleep, as well as your bedtime and wake-up times.
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The Apple Watch can measure and track respiratory rate
The Apple Watch Series 3 or later with watchOS 8 can measure and track your respiratory rate. To do this, you must first enable sleep tracking on your Apple Watch. You can do this by opening the Watch app on your iPhone, tapping the My Watch tab, and then tapping Sleep. From there, you can turn on Track Sleep with Apple Watch.
Once you have enabled sleep tracking, you can start tracking your respiratory rate by wearing your Apple Watch to bed. The watch will then automatically measure and record the number of times you breathe in a minute.
To view your respiratory rate, open the Health app on your iPhone or iPad. If you are on your iPhone, tap Browse at the bottom of the screen. If you are using an iPad, tap the sidebar to open it, then tap Respiratory, and then tap Respiratory Rate.
You can also view your sleep history on the iPhone by opening the Health app, tapping Browse, and then tapping Sleep. This will show you the average time you spent in each sleep stage, and you can tap Show More Sleep Data for further details.
It is important to note that respiratory rate measurements are not intended for medical use.
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Sleep tracking apps can provide insights into your sleep quality
Third-party apps like SleepWatch can be downloaded to get automatic sleep tracking as a feature for your Apple Watch. SleepWatch can log your sleep history and times to the Apple Health App. It also provides a sleep score to measure how well you slept and gives an in-depth analysis based on the length of sleep, whether you were in light, deep, or disrupted sleep, and variations in heart rate throughout the night.
Other sleep tracking apps like Pillow offer audio recordings, sleep trends, heart rate and oxygen saturation tracking, sleep sounds, a nap mode, bedtime reminders, and personalised insights and tips to improve your sleep. The Oura Ring is another example of a sleep tracking app that provides insights into sleep efficiency, restfulness, readiness, and latency. It has a long battery life and a lightweight, discreet build, making it ideal for sleeping.
Sleep tracking is not for everyone. Some doctors and sleep specialists have warned that tracking your sleep can increase anxiety about insomnia and do more harm than good. It is important to note that no sleep tracker matches the medical monitoring you would get in a sleep clinic.
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The Apple Watch can be used to track sleep manually
Next, you can set up your sleep schedule. This can be done by opening the Health app on your iPhone and tapping 'Get Started' under 'Set Up Sleep'. Here, you can set a sleep goal (the number of hours of sleep you want to get), your bedtime and wake-up times, and whether to turn on Sleep Focus, which limits distractions before you go to bed and after you're in bed. You can also set a Wind Down time, which gives you a bedtime reminder and turns on Sleep Focus.
Once you've set up your sleep schedule, simply wear your Apple Watch to bed. Make sure you wear it for at least one hour each night so that it can track your sleep. In the morning, you can check your sleep data by opening the Sleep app on your Apple Watch or by opening the Health app on your iPhone.
In addition to the built-in sleep tracking features, there are also third-party apps available that can be used to manually track sleep on the Apple Watch, such as SleepWatch, AutoSleep, and Snore Apps. These apps can provide additional insights into your sleep patterns and quality.
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Sleep tracking is available on the Apple Watch Series 3 or later
Firstly, ensure your Apple Watch is charged to at least 30% before going to bed with Sleep Tracking enabled. You can turn on Charging Reminders to notify you to charge your watch before your wind-down time.
Next, open the Health app on your iPhone and tap 'Get Started' under 'Set Up Sleep'. Here, you can set up your sleep goals, bedtime and wake-up times, and Sleep Focus to reduce distractions before and during sleep.
Now, wear your Apple Watch to bed and it will automatically track your sleep. In the morning, you can check your sleep data on the Sleep app on your watch or the Health app on your iPhone. The data will include the time spent in each sleep stage, your sleep average, and your heart rate during the night.
You can also use third-party apps like SleepWatch and AutoSleep for more advanced sleep tracking features and insights.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, the Apple Watch 3 can automatically track sleep. To enable this feature, go to the Health app on your iPhone, tap Browse, then tap Sleep. From there, you can set up your sleep schedule and enable sleep tracking.
To set up automatic sleep tracking on the Apple Watch 3, you need to configure your Watch-specific sleep settings in the Watch app. First, open the Health app on your iPhone and tap Browse at the bottom of the screen. Then, tap Sleep and set up your sleep schedule. Finally, tap Full Schedule & Options and adjust your Wind Down and Sleep Goal settings.
The Apple Watch 3 can track various sleep data, including the time spent in each sleep stage (light, deep, and REM sleep), your sleep schedule, your heart rate during sleep, and your monthly and yearly sleep highlights. Additionally, the Apple Watch 3 can measure your respiratory rate while you sleep.
