Want Your App on Apple Watch? WatchKit SDK Out Now

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Calling all developers. Apple wants you to get your iOS apps ready for its new smartwatch.

The Cupertino tech giant on Tuesday released WatchKit, a set of tools that developers can use to create apps for the forthcoming Apple Watch, which is slated to arrive in early 2015.

'WatchKit provides the incredible iOS developer community with the tools they need to create exciting new experiences right on your wrist,' Philip Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing, said in a statement.

With the software, developers can create notifications that let users take action or respond from their wrist. That could include things like turning off the lights after you've left the house, quickly accessing flight details at the airport, or rerouting transit when a train or bus is late. Developers can also incorporate Glances, which quickly show information like the latest news, sports scores, alarm system status, or the next step in a recipe.

Companies like ESPN, Instagram, and American Airlines have already started developing apps for the Apple Watch. The ESPN app, for instance, offers live scores and information about your favorite team. The Instagram app will let you see and like photos, and the American Airlines app will notify you when it's time to head to the airport.

The iOS 8.2 SDK beta, including WatchKit, is available now for iOS Developer Program members. The WatchKit site includes programming guides, human interface guidelines, and templates. Starting next year, developers will also be able to create fully native apps for the Apple Watch.

Unveiled alongside the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus in September, the Apple Watch will start at $349 come in three three versions, which have different bands.

For more, check out our Hands On With the Apple Watch.