This year, Apple will introduce at least one new Apple Watch alongside new iPhone models. Now there are rumors that the Apple Watch Series 7 can measure blood sugar.
If rumors are to be believed, the Apple Watch Series 7 could be redesigned. However, there are no concrete indications of the form factor. However, in addition to a new casing, a new optical sensor could also be used that allows blood sugar measurement. In the new ETNews report, which mainly focuses on the blood glucose features of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, it is explained that Apple intends to integrate blood glucose monitoring into the upcoming Apple Watch Series 7, using a non-invasive optical sensor.
Blood sugar measurement: Apple has secured corresponding patents
Measuring blood sugar levels, also known as blood glucose levels, is crucial for treating diseases such as diabetes. Typically, measuring blood sugar levels requires testing a drop of blood in a glucometer or using an implanted continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Being able to observe a sharp rise or fall in blood sugar levels can raise awareness of a possible health condition or simply help improve the user's diet. Apple is said to have secured several patents around blood glucose monitoring. Now, the company is reportedly focusing on ensuring reliability and stability before commercializing the technology.
Apple Watch Series 7: Work on sensor since 2017
The optical sensor developed by Apple is said to be a continuous skin monitoring solution that does not require an implant. Apple has been rumored to be interested in adding blood glucose monitoring to the Apple Watch for some time. In 2017, the company reportedly formed a team of biomedical engineers and consultants to work specifically on sensors for noninvasive blood sugar monitoring. Work on the sensor reportedly progressed to trials at clinical sites in the San Francisco Bay Area. Apple CEO Tim Cook was even spotted testing a supposed prototype glucose monitor connected to his Apple Watch.
Tim Cook: “Your body is more important than your car”
Cupertino has been adding new health-focused features to the Apple Watch in recent years, such as the ability to measure blood oxygen levels or take an ECG. Late last year, Cook teased the future of the Apple Watch, saying the device is still in its infancy, with Apple testing mind-blowing features in its labs. Cook noted:
Think about the number of sensors in your car. And your body is probably even more important than your car.
If Apple maintains its current tradition, the company will officially unveil the next generation of Apple Watch in September this year. (Photo by New Africa / Bigstockphoto)
