Select Apple Watch models are set to receive an innovative new feature called the Wrist Flick gesture in watchOS 26. This gesture allows users to easily dismiss notifications and return to the watch face using a simple movement of the wrist. The functionality detects a wrist motion by utilizing the accelerometer and gyroscope in the device. With this gesture, users can not only silence incoming notifications but also mute calls and alarms without the need for their other hand.
The Wrist Flick gesture complements the existing Double Tap gesture, giving Apple Watch users more seamless one-handed control options. This feature can be easily enabled or disabled in the Settings menu under Gestures. However, it is worth noting that the Wrist Flick gesture is compatible only with Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 2, which also support the Double Tap gesture. The reason older models lack this functionality remains unclear, but it is believed to rely on a new machine learning model, indicating that only the latest hardware can manage this advanced processing.
Additional updates to watchOS 26 are available in a beta format for developers, with a public beta expected to arrive in the coming month, followed by a full release anticipated this fall. Other upcoming changes within Apple’s ecosystem include the iPhone 17 series, which is rumored to have exciting new features and color options based on an internal document obtained by Macworld. As we approach the launch of the next-generation iPhone models, analysts speculate on a potential foldable iPhone with a price range between $1,800 and $2,000, indicating a pricing tier that exceeds current MacBook Pro models. With rumors circulating about design overhauls and new features, it is an exciting time for Apple enthusiasts and followers.
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