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About
This app uses your Apple Watch to translate your heart rate into sound on your iPhone. It can help you focus on your heartbeat for meditation or sleep, and provides alerts if your heart rate goes outside a set range. Data is kept private and on your devices.
What's New in Heartener
1.0.3
May 15, 2020
- compatibility upgrades
User reviews
Developer apps
FAQ
How does Heartener work with my Apple Watch?
Heartener uses the heart rate sensors on your Apple Watch to translate your heart rate into a sound played on your paired iPhone. Heart rate information is transmitted to your iPhone every 3-5 seconds, and the heartbeat sound effect is updated every 5 seconds.
Can Heartener help me sleep?
Yes, you can fall asleep by focusing on the sound of your heart rate. For overnight use, the iPhone must be left awake and unlocked, and it's recommended to keep it plugged into a power source.
Does Heartener have any privacy concerns?
No, Heartener prioritizes privacy. No health information ever leaves your devices, no account creation is needed, and the app contains no analytics tracking your usage.
What are the requirements for using Heartener?
Heartener requires an Apple Watch and a paired iPhone. The iPhone must be awake and unlocked for the app to function, meaning Auto-Lock should be set to 'Never' during sessions.
How does Heartener integrate with Apple Health?
Heartener works with HealthKit and requires your authorization to read heart rate data from the Health app. You can manage these permissions in your iPhone's Settings under Data Access & Devices.
What is the siren alert feature in Heartener?
If your heart rate moves outside a range you select in the app, a loud siren alert will automatically sound. You can also manually trigger this alert from your Watch or the companion iPhone app.
How often is Heartener updated?
The latest version of Heartener is 1.0.3, which was last updated on May 15, 2020. This indicates a less frequent update cycle.
What is the user sentiment for Heartener?
Based on the provided data, Heartener has a rating of 2.0 stars from 4 ratings, suggesting a generally negative user sentiment.




