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watchOS 27.2 changes App Switcher gesture

By Drooid · Sep 26, 2026, 3:02 PM UTC · How we work

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Apple Revises Watch Gesture

Apple changed the double-press Digital Crown gesture in watchOS 27 to open a dynamic app grid.
In watchOS 27.2 the App Switcher remains but opens with a new gesture instead of double-press.
Live Rewind on Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 uses double-press for a 15-second speech transcript.
Siri now has a dedicated app that aggregates all conversations and syncs them privately via iCloud.

Summary

Apple Expands Watch Colors

WatchOS 27 adds 13 new color options to the Modular watch face.
The new palette includes Olive, Burgundy, Sand, Magenta, Pale Succulent, Wildflower, and several blue shades.
Users can tap the “+” button on the Color screen to browse and re-add previous hues.
Ultra 4 and Series 12 receive exclusive Modular complications showing Daily Steps, Heart Rate, and Readiness in multiple sizes.

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Apple Revises Watch Gesture

Apple changed the double-press Digital Crown gesture in watchOS 27 to open a dynamic app grid.
In watchOS 27.2 the App Switcher remains but opens with a new gesture instead of double-press.
Live Rewind on Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 uses double-press for a 15-second speech transcript.
Siri now has a dedicated app that aggregates all conversations and syncs them privately via iCloud.

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