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U.S. stock futures look to rebound as China seeks to curb virus impact
As China took steps to relieve pressure on its economy from the impact of the 2019-nCoV coronavirus, U.S. stock index futures climbed on Monday…
Apple’s budget-friendly ‘iPhone SE 2’ reportedly now in trial production
According to supply-chain sources, Apple is already in trial production of a new budget-friendly “iPhone SE 2.” Mass production set to begin shortly…
Stocks hit hard by rising coronavirus cases, which near 10,000
Stocks are being hit hard by concerns over rising coronavirus cases. The escalating spread of the coronavirus rattled global markets…
Kuo: New Apple products ‘iPhone SE 2,’ Apple Tags, wireless charging mat, and more coming in first half
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today mentions several new Apple products that are expected to arrive in the first half of 2020. The lineup includes the iPhone SE 2…
Apple is working to mitigate the impact of China coronavirus
Apple is working to mitigate the impact of China coronavirus which is negatively impacting retail traffic, shutting stores, and prompting Apple to limit…
Wall Street tumbles amid Wuhan virus fears
Wall Street’s main indexes fell more than 1% on Monday as investors worried about the economic fallout of the Wuhan virus outbreak…
Wuhan coronavirus fears hit stocks hard
As U.S. investors evaluate weekend news regarding China’s coronavirus outbreak, tech stocks are among those that have been hit hard by coronavirus fears …
Apple CEO Cook: Apple will donate to support Wuhan coronavirus aid
Apple CEO Tim Cook has pledged the company will donate to help support all of those affected by the Wuhan coronavirus. Apple will be donating…
Apple Watch looks poised to get exciting new health features
Tim Cook has again spoken publicly about Apple’s focus on health and wellness technologies in what seems to bode well for new Apple Watch health features…
Apple Watch sends paramedics to the rescue after car hits cyclist
If Apple Watch Series 4 or later detects a hard fall, it can help connect you to emergency services if needed. William Bout, a designer based in San Francisco, was knocked unconscious when hit by a car hit during his morning commute to work this week. Fortunately, the Apple Watch’s fall detection kicked in. Zac […]
Lawsuit accuses Apple of infringing Masimo patents
Masimo Corp. has accused Apple of stealing trade secrets and improperly using Masimo’s patented inventions related to health monitoring in Apple Watch…
Apple patent application reveals self-tightening Apple Watch band with health sensors
The tightness sensor and health sensor could work in tandem to monitoring changes in the tightness of the band, adjust tightness, and measure various health/fitness metics….
Apple teams with Color Genomics to offer free genetic tests to all its Silicon Valley employees
The idea is to move health care at Apple’s clinics from reactive to proactive, as genetic tests can offer a window into health risks down the line…
Tim Cook on innovation, creating U.S. jobs, Apple’s greatest contribution to humankind, and more
Apple CEO Tim Cook on Tuesday defended the company’s record of creating jobs in the U.S., rejecting criticism that the company outsources too much to China…
Apple launches all-new Research app with three landmark health studies
Apple today announced that customers in the U.S. can enroll in three landmark health studies conducted in partnership with major institutions to explore important areas of medical research…
Blue Shield of California deploys Apple Watch to deliver intelligent virtual assistance for physicians
Altais, in collaboration with Blue Shield of California, today announced a partnership with Notable Health to use intelligent automation to enhance the patient experience..
Private Medicare plan Devoted Health first to offer Apple Watch as a benefit
Private health insurer Devoted Health says it is the first Medicare Advantage plan to offer Apple Watch as a benefit to its members…
John Hancock expands Apple Watch program, offers new Series 5 to life insurance customers
Beginning this fall, customers can earn the watch through the John Hancock Vitality Program for just $25, simply by being more active…
Health Records on iPhone now available to consumers enrolled in MEDITECH’s patient portal
Enterprise Health Record (EHR) vendor MEDITECH supports Health Records on iPhone, which brings together hospitals, clinics, and the existing Apple Health app…
How the human heart became the center the Apple Watch
I’m meeting Jeff Williams, Apple’s Chief Operating Officer, along with Kevin Lynch, Vice President of Technology and Sumbul Desai…
Apple developing SensorKit framework for research studies
Apple currently offers two frameworks – ResearchKit and CareKit – that allow developers to create apps for medical research….
Apple granted more U.S. patents for Apple Watch ‘smartbands’
Apple has been granted a trio of U.S. patents for Apple Watch smart bands…
Apple Watch Series 5: The health-boosting feature wishlist
As the fall product-launch season rolls around, all eyes are again on Apple…
Apple wants to help you lose weight with methods ‘beyond diet and exercise’
With its Health app, the HealthKit developer app,and Apple Watch features. Apple has focused a lot of its attention on the health and wellness field…
Apple Health Records now available for Allscripts clients
Allscripts has announced that Apple Health Records is now available for Allscripts Sunrise, TouchWorks and Professional EHR clients and their patients…
Dr. Andrew Trister leaves Apple to join Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Dr. Andrew Trister, who worked for Apple in the company’s health group on medical research initiatives, is joining the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation…
Apple and Eli Lilly studying if iPhones and Apple Watches can detect signs of dementia
Apple has been adding health features to its iPhone and smartwatch, and is now working with Eli Lilly to see if data from the devices…
Apple Watch is killing beleaguered Fitbit
Apple has deep pockets and a well-developed ecosystem of gadgets, software, and related services that makes simple price undercutting not a valuable enough proposition…
Beleaguered Fitbit plunges to record low on disappointing smartwatch sales
A day later, Fitbit CEO James Park struck a very different tone, telling investors in a press release…
Using Peloton bikes and treadmills with Apple Watch, Music, and Health
I’ve been exploring the world of Peloton since the exercise bike showed up in my home office last week…
Health insurer Anthem is hiring Apple staff for next-gen health services
Apple’s expertise in app design means competing firms are digging deep to recruit company talent…
Apple continues expanding into health care by selling blood glucose monitor that closely integrates with iPhone and Apple Watch
Some Apple retail locations now sell a glucose monitor that integrates with the iPhone to give people with diabetes a way to track their blood sugar…
Apple patent application hints at Apple Watch ‘smartbands’
Future Apple Watch bands may have additional features and do more than simply keep the smart watch on your wrist…
Apple’s watchOS 6 delivers App Store and even more health and fitness capabilities to Apple Watch
Apple Watch has become an indispensable part of our customers’ everyday lives, from helping users stay connected to the people and information they care about, to inspiring them to live a better and more active day…
We’re still waiting on ‘smartbands’ for our Apple Watch
A smarter watch band will play a crucial role in Apple Watch’s future as a personal technology device…
NPD: Apple Watch is ‘the clear leader’ in strongly growing U.S. smartwatch market
U.S. smartwatch sales experienced strong growth with 16% of U.S. adults now owning a smartwatch…
Apple hires prominent obstetrician, signaling interest in women’s health
Apple’s health team has hired an obstetrician to look into how the company can bolster its efforts in women’s health, among other projects…
Apple Watch fall detection save user’s life after bad fall
Apple Watch Series 4 has a fall detection functionality…
Apple job openings for health-related positions up 400% since 2017
Based on hiring data trends, it appears Apple has every intention to continue to invest in health technology…
Johnson & Johnson announces research study with Apple Watch to help improve AFib outcomes including stroke prevention
Johnson & Johnson today announced that they’ve entered into a research study in collaboration with Apple Inc. to investigate whether a new heart health…
Apple’s digital health plan puts the iPhone and Apple Watch at the heart of your wellbeing
Digital health is where big tech firms want to be right now…
