The Apple Watch's watchOS 10.4 update pledges to address the 'ghost touch' problem.

If you've experienced 'ghost touches' on your Apple Watch 9 or Apple Watch Ultra 2, where actions occur on the screen without your input, updating to watchOS 10.4 should resolve the issue.

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The latest watchOS 10.4 update addresses a problem causing some users to encounter false touches on their watch displays, according to release notes from Wccftech.

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You can now download and install the watchOS 10.4 update either from your iPhone or directly on your watch, as it's currently being rolled out.

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In February, reports emerged about the 'ghost touch' issue, prompting Apple to issue a memo to authorized repair centers acknowledging the problem.

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False touches could inadvertently initiate calls and prevent users from entering their passcodes, significantly impacting the user experience, according to the memo.

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watchOS 10.4 introduces the option to expand notifications on the smartwatch screen with a double-tap, along with added security measures for Apple Pay users with Assistive.

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Additionally, a fix for contact syncing issues is included in the watchOS 10.4 update, addressing problems reported by some users.

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This marks the eighth minor update released by Apple since the debut of watchOS 10 in September 2023, accompanying the latest Apple Watch models.

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Past updates have tackled various bugs, such as incorrect elevation readings and difficulties with watch face synchronization

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Looking ahead, the schedule for watchOS 11 is expected to follow the usual pattern: a preview at Apple's WWDC event in June, followed by public betas, and a final release in September, likely coinciding with the launch of the Apple Watch 10.

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