by In a recent update, Apple has won a significant victory in a patent dispute with health company Masimo. A federal court has suspended the ban on the sale of Apple’s latest watch models in the United States, allowing the company to resume full sales. This news comes as a relief to Apple and its customers, who will now have access to the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, including the blood oxygen feature, just in time for the new year.
Masimo had filed a complaint against Apple in October, claiming that the technology used in the Apple Watch to detect blood oxygen levels was developed by them and that Apple had poached key employees to gain access to this technology.
However, Apple has vehemently denied these allegations and appealed the ITC’s ruling in the federal appeals court. The company argues that the ITC’s decision was flawed and should be reversed. In an effort to comply with the ban, Apple had previously paused the sale of the affected smartwatch models in the US.
This recent court victory means that Apple can temporarily resume sales while the court considers whether to allow a pause on the ban throughout the full appeal process. Apple has expressed its excitement and gratitude for the decision, stating that it is thrilled to be able to offer the full Apple Watch lineup to customers once again.
The lifting of the ban will have a significant impact on Apple’s business in the US, as the Apple Watch has been a popular product among consumers. The addition of the blood oxygen feature in the latest models has further enhanced its appeal, especially in the current health-conscious climate.
Masimo, on the other hand, has not commented on the recent development. It remains to be seen how the court will ultimately rule on the appeal and whether Apple will be able to put this dispute behind them for good.
In conclusion, Apple’s victory in the federal court has allowed the company to resume the sale of its latest watch models in the US. This news comes as a relief to Apple and its customers, as they can once again enjoy the full range of features offered by the Apple Watch. The court’s decision to suspend the ban order pending further consideration of the appeal process shows that there is still much to be resolved in this patent dispute between Apple and Masimo.
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1. Source: Coherent Market Insights, Public sources, Desk research
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