Apple stops selling Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 in the US

According to Edge, Apple has completed its mission and suspended sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in the United States.. For now, this measure only applies to Apple Store Online, as physical stores will be able to continue selling both models until December 24th.

The move is in response to an order from the US International Trade Commission (ITC), which banned the import of the aforementioned Apple Watch due to legal dispute between California company and Masimothe latter specialized in medical technology.

According to Masimo, That Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 They infringe a patent related to a blood oxygen saturation meter. They point out that the breach occurs at the hardware level and not at the software level, which will make it difficult for Apple to find an immediate solution.

Despite this, Tim Cook’s supporters have made it clear they will seek to resolve the issue. Either by technical means or legal means. “Apple teams work tirelessly to create products and services that provide users with industry-leading health, wellness and security features. “Apple does not agree with the order and is considering a number of legal and technical options to ensure Apple Watch remains available to customers.” “, the company reported on December 18.

Apple exercised its right to appeal try to lift the ban. However, it was rejected by the ITC, which forced them to meet deadlines and stop selling the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 in North America.

Masimo wanted to “help” save Apple Watch sales

Apple had a third escape route, but they never thought to take it. And that’s what Masimo was ready to enter into an economic agreement with Apple use their technology. The idea gained traction at Masimo because, according to its CEO Joe Kiani, Apple was unable to make enough changes to avoid a ban. As mentioned earlier, the problem is at the hardware level.

“I don’t think this can work [cambiar solo el software]shouldn’t, because our patents have nothing to do with software,” the manager said.

There is no doubt that Apple faces a very serious problem. It’s not just a matter of the company being banned from selling two of its most important products, it’s also a matter of timing. The holiday season typically boosts revenue for any tech company.. If they don’t figure out how to fix this soon, it will show up in the next financial report.