And not just double tap, but many other gesture controls have existed on Apple Watches for a while now. Along with a double tap, you can also use a single tap, clench your fist, or double-clench ...

While Double Tap is a new feature allowing users to control their new Apple Watch, there is a way to use it on older Apple Watch series and iPhones.

Double Tap is a new gesture-based feature for the latest Apple Watch models that lets you control watch functions by tapping your thumb and index finger together twice.

The Double Tap gesture bridges this gap, enabling users to interact with the watch in a new way, adding to existing gestures, like swiping, wrist raise, and cover to mute.