One of the main new features of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 is something called “double tap” which lets users control the wearable by pinching their thumb and pointer finger. While the full functionality and new UI of the feature are indeed limited to the newest hardware, anyone with Apple Watch Series 3 and later can turn on double tap-like gestures to get the feature working for many of the same use cases right now, here’s how.
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Expand Expanding CloseBest USB-C and Thunderbolt displays for Mac [March]
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Expand Expanding CloseApple Arcade Guide: Here’s everything available [New: Bloons TD Battles 2+ and more]
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Expand Expanding ClosemacOS 14.4 brings 50+ security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40
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Expand Expanding ClosePok Pok Montessori-inspired iOS app launches interactive ‘Shapes’ toy
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Expand Expanding CloseWhat’s the most popular Mac in the US? Here’s what one study says
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Expand Expanding CloseHow to get iMessage quantum security on your iPhone (and why it’s useful)
Apple has launched a major security upgrade for iMessage – protection against quantum computers. Read along for how to get iMessage quantum security on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, why it’s valuable, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 17.4 includes 4 important security fixes, 2 were exploited [U]
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Expand Expanding CloseColorware delivers a retro makeover with limited edition ‘Apple Number 2 Pencil’
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Expand Expanding CloseDo’s and don’ts for cleaning your dirty iPhone (and why you should make it a habit)
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Studies have found our smartphones are usually dirtier than a toilet seat, carrying tens of thousands of bacteria, so creating a habit of regularly cleaning your iPhone is a healthy move. But what’s safe or best to use? Let’s look at how to clean iPhone with step-by-step do’s and don’ts.
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