A federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered Apple to halt the US sale of its latest smartwatch models in a feud over patents with health company Masimo.
29.12.2023 - 14:12 / tech.hindustantimes.com
In a testament to the life-saving capabilities of technology, two Apple Watch users recently shared their stories of survival, highlighting how the smartwatch played a crucial role in detecting serious heart conditions. The profound experiences prompted both families to express their gratitude directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook, receiving prompt responses that underscored the significance of these life-altering incidents.
The first tale unfolds in Wichita, Kansas, recounted via local news outlet KAKE. where Nick Gallegos gifted his father, Michael, an Apple Watch. A routine notification turned into a lifesaving alert when the watch detected Michael's heart rate dipping below 40 beats per minute for an extended period. Thanks to Family Sharing, Nick received a duplicate notification, leading him to discover his father's unusual heart rhythm while he slept.
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Reacting swiftly, Nick took his father to the emergency room, where Michael was diagnosed with a serious heart condition necessitating immediate surgery for a pacemaker. Doctors emphasized that the Apple Watch notification came at a critical juncture, averting a potential tragedy. Michael, now equipped with a pacemaker, describes the timely gift as nothing short of a lifesaver, expressing gratitude for his renewed lease on life, 9to5Mac reported.
Impressively, when Nick shared this life-changing incident with Apple CEO Tim Cook via email, Cook responded within two hours, acknowledging the significance of the story and extending his best wishes.
In a parallel narrative from Asheville, North Carolina, Christopher Oakley, 61, found himself rushed to the ER after experiencing discomfort in his chest and bouts of nausea. Despite initial examinations showing no alarming signs, Christopher's Apple Watch revealed a different story- recording a sustained elevated heart rate between 121-151 beats per minute throughout the night.
This crucial data became a turning point for Christopher, as doctors reconsidered their decision and discovered the urgency for emergency double bypass surgery. Reflecting on the incident, Christopher emphasizes how the Apple Watch, with its heart rate monitoring feature, proved to be a literal lifesaver by providing vital information that guided critical medical interventions.
On the other hand, Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged his gratitude for receiving treatment on time in an email answer to Christopher Oakley.
These remarkable tales underscore the transformative impact of technology on personal health, as wearables like the Apple Watch transcend their role as gadgets to become invaluable guardians of well-being.
A federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered Apple to halt the US sale of its latest smartwatch models in a feud over patents with health company Masimo.
On Tuesday morning, you might have seen an Xbox Wire post announcing that said an open beta for Final Fantasy 14 Online is now available on Xbox Series X/S - if you caught it before it was deleted about an hour later. Xbox has now publicly announced that it made an error in sharing the news.
An Apple Inc. software fix to remove the blood oxygen saturation feature from its devices following an import ban was approved by the US, according to Masimo Corp.
In 2021, the International Trade Commission put out a recommendation, asking for an Apple Watch sales ban in the U.S. as the company had allegedly infringed Masimo’s patents. Now, the same agency has formally opposed lifting the ban, which was a decision made previously by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Even though Apple Watch sales have yet to be halted in the region, the Cupertino firm only has a little breathing room before a final verdict is passed.
After months of anticipation, Apple has finally announced the availability of the Vision Pro, its first AR/VR headset. The Apple Vision Pro will go on sale starting February 2. However, there's a catch. The device will initially only be available in the US. So, if you're an Apple enthusiast residing in the US and looking to get your hands on the Apple Vision Pro, then you'll be able to do so starting January 2, and it will be available for purchase from Apple Store locations and the US Apple Store online.
By Antonio G. Di Benedetto, a writer covering tech deals and The Verge’s Deals newsletter, buying guides, and gift guides. Previously, he spent 15 years in the photography industry.
In a persistent legal battle, medical device company Masimo remains unwavering in its fight against Apple over the alleged Apple Watch patent infringement. The lawsuit was won by Masimo, leading to temporary ban being slapped on Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. Tha ban has been lifted for till further notice.Masimo's CEO, Joe Kiani, recently shared the reason behind his dogged determination to pursue the Apple Watch patent lawsuit in an exclusive interview with The Wall Street Journal, shedding light on his commitment to challenging the tech giant.
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Apple Inc., facing a ban on imports of its watches that generate billions in annual sales, is seeking alternate paths to overcome the patent-infringement loss that forced the most popular Apple Watch models off shelves over the holidays. The Cupertino, Calif.-based tech giant won a temporary reprieve from a federal appeals court Wednesday, two months after the US International Trade Commission ruled the smartwatches infringed patents held by medical-device maker Masimo Corp.—and one day after the device's US sales halted. The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 returned to Apple's US retail stores, and will be available online by noon Pacific Time on Thursday, the company said.
At about 1 a.m. California time in 2013, a scientist emailed Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook with an irresistible pitch. “I strongly believe that we can develop the new wave of technology that will make Apple the No. 1 brand in the medical, fitness and wellness market,” he wrote in the email, which was later included in legal documents. Some 10 hours after the message was sent, an Apple recruiter was in touch. And just weeks after that, the engineer was working at the tech company on a smartwatch with health sensors.
Apple Inc. won a ruling temporarily pausing a US International Trade Commission order banning sales of some of its smartwatches in the US while the company seeks a longer stay pending its appeal of the restriction.
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