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Apple Faces Long Wait to Reinstate Blood Oxygen Sensor on Apple Watch

Due to a patent infringement, Apple may not be able to reintroduce the blood oxygen sensor feature until August 2028, unless it wins an appeal or develops a non-infringing alternative.

Overview

  • Apple halted sales of Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 with blood oxygen feature due to a patent infringement.
  • A US Customs document reveals the patent in question expires in August 2028, potentially delaying the feature's return.
  • Jailbreaking an iPhone can temporarily re-enable the feature, demonstrating a possible workaround.
  • Apple has a chance to overturn the ban through an appeal, but success is uncertain.
  • If unsuccessful, Apple could either wait for the patent to expire or negotiate a licensing deal with Masimo.