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Assistivetouch

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technology2 years ago

"Unveiling the Hidden Double Tap: Apple Watch 8's Gamechanging Gesture and Series 9's Superiority"

The Apple Watch 9 introduces Double Tap, a gesture control feature that allows users to interact with the smartwatch without touching it. However, this concept is not entirely new, as Apple had previously introduced AssistiveTouch for Apple Watch, which enables users with upper body limb differences to navigate the watch through hand gestures. While AssistiveTouch is available on Apple Watch models since the Watch 6, Double Tap is exclusive to the Apple Watch 9 and Ultra 2, thanks to the new S9 SiP chip.

technology2 years ago

"Unlock the Double Tap Feature for Your Apple Watch in a Few Simple Steps"

Apple Watch Series 9 introduced the Double Tap gesture, but you can replicate it on your existing Apple Watch using the Quick Actions or AssistiveTouch accessibility tools. Quick Actions allows you to dismiss notifications, take photos, and answer calls with a double tap of your index finger and thumb. AssistiveTouch offers more functionality, including mimicking a Digital Crown press, opening Apple Pay, and navigating through apps. However, the performance may vary, and the Series 9 is expected to have improved reliability and additional features.