The next Apple Watch will have features that will allow users to monitor blood pressure and detect the presence of sleep apnea. These advances were revealed by Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman.
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This interaction is possible thanks to the watch platform equipped with sensors such as accelerometer and gyroscope, which can detect the movements of the fingers.
Reflecting renewed interest in wellness and health, the tech giant has introduced tools in its newest watches, such as a thermometer that monitors body temperature, useful in fertility planning, and a mechanism that performs electrocardiograms.
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Awaiting the launch of its next model, Gurman announced that the company “has an attractive roadmap for 2024” with approaches such as blood pressure detection and sleep apnea.
Regarding apnea detection, the ‘Bloomberg’ reporter stated that the device will evaluate the user’s breathing and sleep patterns to identify possible interruptions. If any irregularity is detected in the watch, the user will be advised to consult a healthcare professional.
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Regarding the blood pressure control function, the analyst explained that the watch will encourage people to verify their measurements through traditional methods such as using a blood pressure monitor. The reason behind this recommendation is that the device technology does not yet guarantee absolute accuracy in these measurements.
Apple has decided to discontinue the Apple Music Voice subscription service. It offered music streaming for 4.99 euros per month.
The Apple Music Voice plan, launched in 2021, is designed to take advantage of the company’s Siri digital assistant. With this subscription, users had access to an extensive catalog of 90 million songs, thousands of playlists, mixes and stations through interaction with the virtual assistant.
Originally, this subscription could be purchased with voice commands via Siri or directly from the Apple Music app, allowing music to be played on compatible devices such as HomePod mini, AirPods or iPhone.
However, as of this November, Apple decided to discontinue its cheaper plan. The company aims to focus on providing a more robust experience by combining features like spatial audio and real-time lyrics. As announced on their support page.
It’s also worth highlighting that Siri is already integrated into all Apple Music subscription types. The company allows existing Voice subscribers to complete their current billing cycle while also offering the option to switch to another plan that suits their needs.
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