BridgeOS

In today's world, BridgeOS has become a topic of interest and debate in various areas. From politics to popular culture, BridgeOS has captured the attention of many people and generated all kinds of opinions and points of view. Whether due to its relevance in today's society or its impact on history, BridgeOS has positioned itself as a topic worthy of exploration and analysis. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of BridgeOS and examine its influence on different aspects of human life.

bridgeOS
DeveloperApple Inc.
Written in
OS family
Working stateCurrent
Source modelClosed, with open-source components
Initial releaseOctober 27, 2016 (2016-10-27)
Update methodFOTA (via Mac running macOS)
Platforms
LicenseProprietary software except for open-source components
Support status
Supported

bridgeOS is an embedded operating system created and developed by Apple Inc. for use exclusively with its hardware. bridgeOS runs on the T series Apple silicon processors and operates the OLED touchscreen strip called the "Touch Bar" as well as multiple other functions, including managing the encrypted data in their Secure Enclave and acting as a gatekeeper and video codec to the device's cameras. bridgeOS is a heavily modified version of Apple's watchOS.

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