Apfelpatient Weekly #2
Giannandrea leaves Apple, Masimo dispute ends, Amazon swallows Globalstar: An overview of Apple's week from April 13th to 19th, 2026.
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Tag: Apple Watch
With Apple Watch, Apple has defined the smartwatch category since the device's market launch on April 24, 2015. Today the lineup consists of three clearly positioned lines: Apple Watch SE as the affordable entry point, Apple Watch Series as the main everyday line and Apple Watch Ultra as the rugged model for outdoor and sports profiles. The focus lies on health and fitness features such as ECG, blood oxygen measurement, sleep tracking, hypertension notifications, sleep apnea detection, fall detection, Emergency SOS, and tight integration with Apple Fitness+ and the Health app. The watchOS operating system, the always-on display, the Digital Crown and a growing ecosystem of bands and third-party apps make Apple Watch a personal companion for iPhone users.
Apfelpatient.de keeps you informed in this tag archive about every development around Apple Watch: reviews and hands-on reports on every current generation, tips and tricks for watchOS, new training and health features, background on sensors and chip generations, patent disputes and regulatory topics, service and repair options, and all rumors and overviews of upcoming models and form factors.
Anyone wanting to find the right Apple Watch for their needs, get the most out of watchOS or follow Apple's smartwatch strategy long-term has their go-to point right here.
Apple wins against Masimo: ITC ends import ban proceedings for Apple Watch
The ITC has closed the case: Apple's revised blood oxygen measurement does not infringe any Masimo patents. The import ban is overturned.
Apple achieves new record for recycled materials
Apple achieves a 30 percent recycled content in all products. Packaging is plastic-free, and batteries use recycled cobalt.
Apple Stores will soon be able to restore Apple Watch software on-site
Apple Stores will soon be able to restore the software of an Apple Watch on-site. Previously, affected devices had to be sent in for repair.
Amazon acquires Globalstar: Apple Satellite Services switch to Amazon Leo
Amazon acquires Globalstar for $11.57 billion. Apple's satellite services for iPhone and Apple Watch will now run through Amazon Leo.
What Analysts expect from Apple's Q2 2026
Apple's Q2 results are due on April 30th. What do analysts expect regarding revenue, iPhones, services, and margins – and where do the...
Amazon wants to buy Globalstar – What it means for Apple
Amazon is in talks to buy Globalstar, Apple's partner for satellite-based emergency SOS calls. SpaceX is also apparently interested.
Apple turns 50: Five decades that changed the World
Happy Birthday, Apple! On its 50th anniversary, we look back at all the milestones – from Steve Jobs' first idea to the present day.
watchOS 27: Apple focuses on AI and improved Performance
watchOS 27 focuses on AI and stability rather than major innovations. All the information on features, performance, and Apple's strategy at a glance.
Apple Watch Buying Guide: Ultra 3 vs. Series 11 vs. SE 3
Apple Watch buying guide: Ultra 3, Series 11 & SE 3 compared. All the differences in battery, display, sensors & price. ...