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technology5 months ago•3 min saved

Apple Watch Blood Oxygen Feature Restored in the US After Redesign

Apple is releasing a software update to restore blood oxygen measurement features on certain US Apple Watch models, after a legal dispute led to the feature's removal. The update redesigns how blood oxygen data is presented, performing analysis on the iPhone instead of the watch itself, and is aimed at wellness rather than medical diagnosis. While studies suggest the device's readings are comparable to medical-grade pulse oximeters, concerns remain about accuracy and the clinical value of such wellness data.

via theregister.com|

#apple-watch #blood-oxygen #health

technology1 year ago•6 min saved

"Apple Watch Pulse Oximetry: Redesign, Ban, and Future Activation"

Apple has been selling Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 without the blood oxygen monitoring feature in the U.S. due to patent infringement issues with Masimo. However, new information from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirms that reactivating pulse oximetry through a software update is possible, and the patents in question will expire in 2028. Apple has filed an appeal to overturn the ruling, and there is also the option to settle with Masimo. Meanwhile, the disabled feature only applies to U.S. models, and the watches remain fully functional in other countries.

via MacRumors|

#apple #apple-watch #masimo