Apple Watch Adds New Double Tap Gesture Control in watchOS 10.1 Beta

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 owners can now control their watch using a new double tap gesture with the public beta release of watchOS 10.1.

The gesture allows performing common tasks like answering calls, controlling music playback, seeing notifications etc. without touching the screen.

It works by tapping index and thumb together twice quickly. The neural engine uses sensors and ML to detect the wrist motions.

Double tap can also be used for more advanced interactions like scrolling widgets in a Smart Stack or performing default actions on notifications.

Previously a similar accessibility feature was available but Apple is now refining it as a mainstream interaction using the latest hardware capabilities.