Marques Brownlee’s Revelation Sparks Excitement for Series 9 and Ultra 2 Users
Cupertino, CA — Brace yourselves, Apple Watch enthusiasts, for a game-changing update is on the horizon. The highly-anticipated watchOS 10.1 is set to empower Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 users with the revolutionary ‘Double Tap’ gesture, a feature set to redefine how we interact with our smartwatches.
The news comes straight from tech guru Marques Brownlee, renowned for his popular tech-focused YouTube channel, MKBHD. Brownlee dropped the bombshell, revealing that watchOS 10.1’s first beta will likely grace our devices next week, with a full-fledged release slated for the following month.
In his video review, Marques Brownlee shared his impressions of the Series 9 and Ultra 2. However, it was the announcement of the ‘Double Tap’ gesture that sent shockwaves through the tech community. The news was further amplified by @M1Astra on X (formerly Twitter), capturing the attention of Apple aficionados everywhere.
But what exactly is this groundbreaking ‘Double Tap’ feature? It’s a gesture that enables users to tap their watch hand’s index finger and thumb together twice, unlocking a world of possibilities. With a simple double tap, users can perform an array of common actions on their Apple Watch, including stopping timers, controlling music playback, snoozing alarms, managing phone calls, and even accessing the Smart Stack, all without touching the screen.
Apple’s innovation behind ‘Double Tap’ is rooted in the S9 chip’s faster Neural Engine, making this feature exclusive to the Series 9 and Ultra 2 models. Apple engineers have developed a sophisticated algorithm that can detect the unique signature of subtle wrist movements and changes in blood flow when the index finger and thumb are tapped together.
For those who may be familiar with the limited accessibility feature called AssistiveTouch on Series 4 and newer Apple Watches, ‘Double Tap’ takes the game to a whole new level.
While the Series 9 and Ultra 2 are set to hit the market this Friday, unlocking the potential of ‘Double Tap’ will require the upcoming watchOS 10.1 update. Currently, Apple Watch users are on watchOS 10.0.1, released earlier today.
The excitement is palpable in the Apple Watch community as the countdown to watchOS 10.1 begins. Get ready to redefine your smartwatch experience with the magic of ‘Double Tap.’ This is not just an update; it’s a revolution in the making.
