Some Apple Watch users are wearing their devices on their ankles, a trend that may affect heart rate accuracy.

Some Apple Watch users are putting their devices on their ankles instead of their wrists due to small wrists, skin issues, or wrist tattoos. This trend, popularized on TikTok, lets users track workouts better but may not provide accurate heart rate or blood oxygen readings since the watch is designed for wrist use. Apple recommends a chest strap for more accurate readings if users face issues with wrist-based tracking.

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