Apple is exploring the gesture tracking tech into its Watch straps, as per the recently filed patent.
The technology would allow the watch to track hand gestures & movements and provide a more accurate reading of the wearer’s activities.
The technology would allow the watch to track hand gestures & movements and provide a more accurate reading of the wearer’s activities.
The patent describes a system that uses sensors in the watch strap to detect hand gestures, such as clenching or releasing a fist or tapping fingers together.
The patent also suggests that the technology could be used to detect specific hand gestures, such as sign language, and provide more accurate translations
It could also be used to control other devices, such as smart home appliances or gaming consoles, with hand gestures.
It’s unclear when or if this technology will be available in future versions of the Apple Watch.