[divbyzer0]

Would this Apple Watch app be able to detect increased heart rate and brisk hand movements?

Asking for a friend.

[oefrha]

Not sure that sort of low level access is possible while the app is backgrounded. However, automatic sleep trackers have been available without official API since what, watchOS 2? So maybe.

You can also try to convince Apple to add that workout type. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207934

Look forward to WWDC 2021, introducing the favorite workout type of billions of people.

[cvs268]

What will one do with that bit of info?

Find out who's currently excited about demonstrating middle-out compression to one's mates? :-)

[jldugger]

Yes, that's how you trigger Siri.

[BlahGod420]

Emphasis on the singular form of hand, with the occasional switch. cough

Clarifying for a friend.