‘Fall detection’ is under fire – why a new lawsuit could hit Apple, Samsung and Google smartwatches and even spark an import ban

Some of the best smartwatches could be banned from import over a fall detection patent dispute.

Apple under legal attack over fall detection tech

Fall detection wearable specialist UnaliWear says that Apple Watch and just about every other smartwatch ever made infringes ...
Wareable

ITC opens investigation into Apple, Garmin, and Google over fall detection

The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has voted to launch an investigation following a patent complaint over fall detection tech.
9to5Mac

Fall Detection could be coming to Vision Pro, Apple Glasses, and smart contact lenses

Fall Detection uses the Apple Watch’s built-in accelerometer and gyroscope to detect a hard fall. It initially responds by tapping you on the wrist and displaying an alert, offering you the options of ...
AppleInsider

Apple Watch saves hiker after a blindfolded mountain fall

The Fall Detection feature of the Apple Watch helped save a hiker after he had a treacherous, blindfolded fall down a Colorado mountainside. The Apple Watch has frequently been cited as helping to ...
MobiHealthNews

Apple Watch Series 4 will have FDA-cleared ECG, fall detection

Well, we finally know what cardiac project Apple was talking with the FDA about two years ago. Apple Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams announced today at Apple's special event in Cupertino that ...
Sarasota Magazine

7 Smart Ways To Choose Fall Detection Devices For Seniors

One of the most severe dangers for the elderly is falls. One unwanted fall may cause broken bones, a prolonged healing process, or even loss of independence. What is even more alarming is that a large ...