Wearables
A quick look at Universal Gestures on the Galaxy Watch
Samsung’s new One UI 5 Watch Beta is based on Wear OS 4. Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 smartwatch users in the US and Korea are enjoying the new features by joining the Beta program. Meanwhile, here’s a quick look at Universal Gestures on the Galaxy Watch.
With its Wear OS 4-based One UI 5 Watch software, Samsung brought Universal Gestures to the Galaxy Watch. Once enabled, this feature sets the Galaxy Watch to rely on changes in your muscles caused by hand movements to scroll and select like you would with your finger.
If you have a Galaxy Watch running Wear OS, you will be able to access this function in the coming months. This can be activated on command, letting you use the watch as normal until you need to turn the feature on. It detects changes in your watch-bearing arm and signals the Watch to perform action.
How to turn on Universal Gestures
- On your Galaxy Watch 4/5 (running One UI Watch 5 beta), swipe down and tap Settings
- Find and tap on Accessibility
- Now, tap Interaction and dexterity
- Here, you should get Universal gestures, simply turn it on
- You should follow the tutorial which appears once you activate the gesture
Gesture – Action
- Shake your wrist twice — Turn on Universal Gestures
- Pinch your thumb and index finger — Next item
- Double pinch — Previous item
- Make a fist — Tap
- Make a fist twice — Open the action menu
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Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Wearable app, which enhances its user interface and overall functionality. This app helps you manage your wearable devices and track their features right from your phone.
The latest update introduces a new look for the Watch settings interface. The new layout allows for quicker navigation and better access to your favorite settings as the update brings major changes.
Previously, options like watch faces, apps, tiles, and quick settings were shown in a vertical grid, which could feel crowded. Now, they are arranged in a horizontal bar, making it simpler to find what you need.
In addition to the revamped Watch Setting interface, the update also adds a feature to provide a preview of important menu items. Users can now see Notifications, Display, Health, and Pay right under the Watch Settings tab.
By this change, you can easily glance at key options without searching through multiple menus, which adds to the convenience.
Furthermore, the update also brings One UI 6 Watch Faces for older Galaxy smartwatch models. The app’s Watch Faces section added a new “Featured watch faces” tab that lets you download the One UI 6 Watch faces.
Overall, these enhancements improve the experience for Galaxy smartwatch users. You can get the most out of your device with a more organized interface and easy access to essential features.
The new update is available for download through the Galaxy Wearable app and the Galaxy Store. Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the new features and improvements.
Download One UI 6 Watch Faces on Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5 and Watch 4
Samsung made One UI 6 Watch Faces available for Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5, and Watch 4 series. The company will soon release a major One UI 6 Watch update powered by the new Wear OS 5 operating system.
The latest Galaxy Wearable app introduced One UI 6 Watch Faces for older Galaxy smartwatch models. The app’s Watch Faces section added a new “Featured watch faces” tab that lets you download the One UI 6 Watch faces.
You can simply hit the newly added Featured watch faces section. You will get three new watch faces listed entitled Spatila Number, Simple Digital, and Ultra Info Board. These watch faces are provided free from the Galaxy Store.
Once you hit the Download button, a notice will appear. The notice tells the requirement of your consent to access Body sensors such as heart rate monitors. Now, give your consent by hitting Allow and install to start downloading the watch face.
I have tried the Spatial Number watch face on my Galaxy Watch 4. It gives a pretty new appearance and has a lot of in-face customization options. You can customize the color, background, on-screen components, and so on.
Previously, we shared a trick to install Pixel Watch 3 faces on your Galaxy Watch. Unlike that, the One UI 6 Watch faces installation is quite easy. You don’t need to follow any tricky steps as Samsung itself offers you the faces.
One UI 6 Watch is expected to be rolled out next month. The Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra come pre-loaded with the new software. Samsung is preparing to begin rollout for older models including the Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 5 and Watch 6 series.
Apple has just announced the Apple Watch Series 10 at the “It’s Glowtime” event. The new model comes with a fresh design that hasn’t been updated since 2021. The Watch Series 10 features a thinner design and a larger display. It’s a strong competitor against Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch 7.
Apple Watch Series 10 launches with several notable enhancements. It supports fast charging, so you can get up to 80% battery in just 30 minutes. Now, you don’t have to wait long for your watch to be ready to go.
Moreover, the Watch Series 10 Titanium design integrates a new built-in speaker, which allows users to play music or podcasts directly from their wrist. It also has better water resistance and is certified for high-speed water sports up to 20 meters deep. It means that the watch can handle more intense water activities and includes the Depth app, which was previously only available on the Ultra models.
Following Galaxy Watch 7, the Watch Series 10 now includes the ability to detect sleep apnea. This is a condition where your breathing stops and starts while you sleep. The watch tracks your sleep patterns and can identify signs of sleep apnea if you wear it every night for a few days. This feature works similarly to the new Vitals app in watchOS 11.
Apple Watch Series 10 will be available for pre-order from September 13 and officially release on September 20. The starting price is $399 for the 44mm version. With these advancements, the Series 10 is set to challenge the Galaxy Watch 7, offering a range of new improvements.
