The White House has decided not to intervene in the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) decision regarding the sales ban on certain models of Apple Watch due to patent infringement. As a result of the ruling, Apple must cease the sales of Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and other newer models as they violate the patents of medical device manufacturer Masimo.
In response to the decision, Apple has removed the banned watch models from its online store and physical stores. However, other retailers such as Amazon and Best Buy continue to offer their remaining inventory of Apple watches. The embargo affects Apple Watch Series 6 and newer models, as well as all Apple Watch Ultra models.
Apple Watch is considered a life-saving device, and its popularity has made it a bestseller worldwide. However, the legal conflict with Masimo poses a significant challenge to Apple’s marketing claims.
Apple has expressed its dissatisfaction with the ruling and is seeking legal and technical solutions to keep Apple Watch available to customers. One potential solution is introducing software changes that will alter the interaction between the watch and the pulse oximeter, thus avoiding patent infringement. However, such a modification may take some time, and there is no guarantee that the proposed solution will be accepted by the USITC.
Joe Kiani, CEO of Masimo, believes that Apple intentionally violated his company’s patents, but both companies have had disputes for years. In fact, Apple previously filed two patent infringement lawsuits against Masimo in October 2022.
While the White House did not intervene in this matter, it is worth noting that President Barack Obama vetoed a USITC ruling in 2013 that banned the sales of older models of iPhones and iPads due to patent infringement.
FAQ:
– Which Apple Watch models are affected by the sales ban?
The ban includes Apple Watch Series 6 and newer models, as well as all Apple Watch Ultra models.
– Can Apple Watch still be purchased?
Yes, other retailers such as Amazon and Best Buy still offer their remaining inventory of Apple Watch.
– Why does Apple have to cease the sales of these Apple Watch models?
Models such as Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and other newer models violate the patents of Masimo.
Source: example.com
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