“`html
Apple Watch on a wrist” height=”900″ width=”1200″ loading=”lazy”/>Apple Watch users can now customize gestures to manage notifications more efficiently.
Apple Watch Faces increased Competition as Users Demand Smarter Features
Table of Contents
Cupertino,CA – As Google’s integration of Gemini AI into Wear OS gains traction,pressure mounts on Apple to deliver significant advancements with the anticipated Series 11 Apple Watch. Recent analysis highlights key areas where Apple’s wearable technology lags behind competitors, especially in artificial intelligence, battery life, and gesture customization.
Context: The Evolution of the Apple Watch
Launched in April 2015 with the original Series 0, the Apple Watch has become the dominant smartwatch in North America, holding an estimated 51.4% market share as of Q2 2023, according to Counterpoint Research. The device has evolved through nine major iterations, consistently focusing on health tracking, fitness features, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Though, recent critiques suggest Apple is falling behind in innovation, particularly in the face of Google’s aggressive push with AI-powered features.
Gesture Customization Remains Limited
Introduced in watchOS 10 (2023), the double-tap gesture, activated by tapping the thumb and index finger together, allows users to answer calls, dismiss notifications, and control media playback. The subsequent addition of a flick gesture in watchOS 26 provides swift access to controls. Despite these additions, users report a lack of customization options. Currently, users are restricted to Apple’s pre-defined actions, hindering the ability to personalize gestures for tasks like initiating phone pings or launching specific applications. A visible on-screen reminder system for gesture shortcuts could improve user adoption and muscle memory.
Siri’s Performance Needs Advancement
The current iteration of Siri on the
