Apple Forced to Pull Apple Watches from Shelves!

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Dec 22, 2023

A whirlwind of tech news unfolds as Apple is halted from selling its latest Apple Watches due to a legal battle over patents. Google faces a hefty $700 million settlement after an anti-competitive lawsuit, raising questions about app pricing. The hosts dive into Threads’ innovative social media strategies and the evolution of smartphone awards, featuring impressive models like the Samsung S23 Ultra and Google Pixel 8. Plus, discussions about the future of wireless charging and self-driving cars add a thrilling twist to the tech landscape!

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Apple Watch Sales Halt

Apple halted Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales due to a lawsuit with Masimo, a medical tech company.
Apple poached Masimo employees and patented blood oxygen sensor tech under their name.

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Blood Oxygen Sensor Importance

The Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor is not essential, mainly providing trend data.
Halting sales during the post-Christmas period might minimize financial impact on Apple.

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Google Play Store Lawsuit

Google paid $700 million, about 21 days of Play Store operating profit, to settle an anti-competitive lawsuit.
Consumers who potentially overpaid for apps or in-app purchases will receive compensation.

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