Apple Watch Series 6 and later models are facing a new patent crisis. According to the latest lawsuit filed in the United States, Apple has used the patent for products that measure oxygen levels in the blood without permission. If the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) finds Masimo justified, the Apple Watch may be banned in the United States. Here are the details…

U.S. judge rules Apple Watch infringed Masimo’s pulse oximeter patent

A U.S. judge has ruled that Apple has infringed on one of Masimo Corp’s pulse oximeter patents by importing and selling certain Apple Watches with light-based pulse oximetry functionality and components. The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) will now consider whether to implement an import ban on these Apple Watches.

Masimo, a medical device maker, claims that Apple had used its own patents without permission. Apple has said they respectfully disagree with the decision and look forward to a full review by the Commission. The pulse oximeter feature in Apple Watch Series 6 and later models allows the user to track the oxygen levels in their blood.

However, Masimo claims that Apple has used its own patents without permission. The two companies are now in a legal dispute over the Watch Series 6 and later models. Masimo has accused Apple of stealing their patents related to the pulse oximeter, and has taken legal action against the tech giant. In the case heard at the USITC, the judge has ruled that Apple has infringed on one of Masimo’s patents.

The USITC has yet to decide whether to ban the import of Apple Watch models that track oxygen levels in the blood. However, Masimo CEO Joe Kiani has stated that this decision will help restore justice in the market. Kiani also labeled Apple as a company that steals innovations from other companies and makes a profit.

Although Apple has not yet made an official statement on the matter, it is reported that they plan to appeal the case. It should be noted that the Watch Series 6 and other models have yet to be banned. A recent claim has also been made that the oxygen level sensor in the Watch is not effective in people with dark skin. According to the claim in the case, devices of this type have been facing difficulties in measuring blood oxygen levels based on skin color for a long time.

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