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Matt Kollat

AirPods 4 secretly added an Apple Watch's best accessibility feature (kind of)

Apple AirPods 4 in hand.

The Apple Watch's Double Tap gesture control has changed the way we see accessibility on wearables. By simply double tapping with the index finger and thumb, users can operate their watch one-handed – an essential feature for individuals with limited mobility in one hand or those seeking hands-free convenience.

However, many might not know that Apple has brought this concept to the AirPods 4, albeit in a more limited fashion. The new, hidden capacitive button on the front of the earbuds' case can be tapped twice to initiate pairing or reset the device, adding a bit of functional elegance similar to the Apple Watch's intuitive gesture.

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