Learn about the patent dispute between Apple and Masimo, which could affect the sale of the Apple Watch this Christmas. Explore accusations of Apple's copycat behavior and past lawsuit settlements, raising questions about their innovation and originality.
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Apple has been banned from selling the Apple Watch due to a patent dispute with Massimo.
Apple has a history of patent infringement and aggressive tactics, indicating a potentially prolonged battle with Massimo.
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Apple loses patent war with Massimo, impact on Christmas sales
Apple's patent dispute with Massimo has led to a ban on selling the Apple Watch, impacting their Christmas sales. Massimo, a medical corporation, developed a breakthrough technology for accurate blood oxygen measurements. Apple sought to partner with Massimo but ended up poaching its employees for the technology. Massimo filed a lawsuit against Apple alleging theft of trade secrets. The US Trade Commission ruled in favor of Massimo, banning Apple from selling their watches.
Apple's history of patent infringement and aggressive tactics
The Massimo dispute is not the first time Apple has been accused of patent infringement and aggressive tactics. From blocking integration with Alivecore's electrocardiogram (ECG) accessory to challenging patents in court, Apple has a reputation for trying to dominate the market. Apple's track record includes a settlement with Qualcomm, where Apple supplied sensitive information to Intel and ultimately paid $4.5 billion to settle the lawsuit. This history suggests that the battle between Massimo and Apple could be a long and contentious one.