Apple Watch Series 9 sales halted in US due to patent dispute
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Apple will halt sales of its Apple Watch Series 9 due to a patent dispute with med tech firm Masimo. The International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled in favor of Masimo in October, citing infringement on the blood sensor monitor technology used in the smartwatch. Sales will be halted online on December 21 and in retail stores on December 24. Apple plans to appeal the ruling and is taking steps to comply with the order while pursuing legal and technical options to ensure the availability of the Apple Watch to customers.
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