Complete Watch Control
The TimeLapsed Apple Watch app provides full remote control of your iPhone camera, perfect for self-portraits, group shots, and situations where you can't touch your phone.
Watch App Interface
Main Control Screen
Recording Controls
- • Large start/stop button
- • Pause/resume functionality
- • Emergency stop with haptic feedback
Live Statistics
- • Current frame count
- • Recording duration
- • Estimated video length
- • Storage remaining
Camera Status
- • Current camera settings
- • Active profile indicator
- • Connection status
Swipe for more controls
Complete Control Set
Basic Controls
- Start Recording
- Pause/Resume
- Stop Recording
- Take Photo
Quick Actions
- →Switch Camera
- →Toggle Light Painting
- →Change Profile
- →Emergency Stop
Live Status
- Recording Status
- Elapsed Time
- Frame Count
- iPhone Battery
Setup Instructions
Initial Setup
- 1
Install Watch App
Open Watch app on iPhone → My Watch → Available Apps → Install TimeLapsed
- 2
Launch on Both Devices
Open TimeLapsed on iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously
- 3
Automatic Connection
Devices connect automatically via WatchConnectivity framework
- 4
Verify Connection
Green connection indicator confirms successful pairing
Connection Requirements
Connectivity
- • Both devices must be paired
- • Bluetooth must be enabled
- • Same Wi-Fi network (optional but faster)
Compatibility
- • Apple Watch Series 3 or later
- • watchOS 7.0 or higher
- • iPhone 11 or newer with iOS 16+
Advanced Watch Features
Watch Face Complications
Add TimeLapsed complications to your watch face for quick access:
Small Complication
Quick launch icon
Modular Complication
Shows last recording stats
Large Complication
One-tap recording start
Haptic Feedback
Feel what's happening with intuitive haptic patterns:
- •Success Tap
Recording started/stopped
- •Warning Buzz
Low storage or battery
- •Error Vibration
Connection lost or error
- •Milestone Celebration
Every 1000 frames captured
Perfect For These Scenarios
Self Portraits
Start recording and get in position without rushing
Group Shots
Be part of the timelapse without someone missing out
Remote Locations
Control camera when phone is mounted out of reach
Action Scenes
Start recording while preparing for activities
Night Photography
Avoid camera shake from touching the device
Multi-Device
Control multiple phones from one watch
Pro Tips
Best Practices
- ✓Keep watch app in foreground for fastest response
- ✓Use complications for one-tap access
- ✓Enable wrist raise to wake for quick checks
- ✓Charge watch before long recording sessions
Troubleshooting
- ⚡Connection issues? Restart both apps
- ⚡Slow response? Check Bluetooth is enabled
- ⚡Stats not updating? Force touch to refresh
- ⚡App not installing? Update watchOS
Power Tip: Use Siri on Apple Watch: "Hey Siri, start TimeLapsed" for completely hands-free operation
Expand Your Control Options
Combine Apple Watch control with other methods for the ultimate flexibility.