In this Blind Vet Tech Quick Guides, News and Reviews podcast we set up iOS 12.1.1 new heart monitoring features and the Apple Watch’s Electrocardiogram (ECG.) The ECG is a unique feature of the Apple Watch Series 4 that detects potential signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib). In order to set up your Apple Watch Series 4, you will need iOS 12.1.1 and WatchOS 5.1.2. Below are a couple of steps you will need to complete before taking your first ECG reading.

* iPHone

* Open the Health App and complete the “What’s New” screens

* Navigate to Health Data > Heart > ECG and input your date of birth and other information

* Apple Watch Series 4

* Open the ECG app from the list of apps

* If you need to change the wrist, navigate to Settings > General >Orientation and select the appropriate wrist

* With the ECG app, place your finger on the digital crown and remain still for 30 seconds

* Voice Over will announce your heart rate and results upon completed

* If your iPhone is nearby, it will vibrate with a notification indicating the results

If you enjoyed this episode, check out our complete review of the Apple Watch Series 4.

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