Hill November 1, 2023
Apple could soon be banned from importing some of its smartwatches into the U.S., after the International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled last week that the devices infringed on a medical technology company’s patent rights.
Here’s what to know about the potential Apple Watch ban:
When could a ban go into effect?
Based on the ruling, the import ban would go into effect the day after Christmas. However, several factors could affect this timeline.
A years-long dispute between Masimo and Apple
The medical technology company Masimo originally sued Apple in federal court in 2020, accusing the iPhone-maker of poaching employees and stealing trade secrets related to its light-based technology for measuring blood-oxygen levels.
Masimo also sued Apple for patent infringement at...
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