Step by Step
Although the writer’s tone may convey a sense of disdain, it’s worth pondering the validity of their assertion. Could an Apple Watch not offer more accurate step counting if worn on your shoe? At the very least, this positioning would likely prevent erroneous step registrations when simply gesturing with your arms. This alternative approach appears to present a potential advantage worth considering in the realm of step-tracking technology.
Indeed, smartwatches have been known to misinterpret arm movements as steps. I recall an instance where, purely out of curiosity, I wore my smartwatch in my right hand while playing the guitar. To my surprise, after a vigorous 2-hour jam session, it had erroneously recorded a staggering 7000 steps. This anecdote underscores the potential for inaccuracy in step counting when wearing a smartwatch on the wrist during activities involving substantial arm movement. Thus, there’s a valid argument to be made that positioning the device on one’s shoe may indeed yield a more precise step count.