I am thinking of developing a watchOS app that will record someones audio, whenever they raise their wrist to their face (so as to classify coughs and sneezes and help detect flu outbreaks). Of course, this is possible first-party (Siri's raise to wake & hand wash detection), but I am wondering if it's possible third-party. I have seen some similar questions asked on StackExchange, but they all seem to be suggesting that starting a Watch Kit Workout Session would do the trick. However, this presents a UI and precludes the user from using the app as normal. Moreover, if it is possible to classify gestures in the background, is it possible to subsequently record the audio or would that require the app to be opened?
My sense upon researching this is that it's probably not possible, but I'm really excited about this idea and I know there's lots of stuff out there with Research Kit that I'm not aware of, so I wanted to ask.
My sense upon researching this is that it's probably not possible, but I'm really excited about this idea and I know there's lots of stuff out there with Research Kit that I'm not aware of, so I wanted to ask.
