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

It’s that ability to differentiate real falls from false alerts that is at the core of the dispute. UnaliWear says that the ...

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 ...
Fast Company

Apple Watch is the perfect technology for senior care. Here’s how it could be even better

This week, alongside the new iPhone 16 series of phones, Apple unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 10. The new smartwatch comes in a beautiful jet-black gloss finish, has the largest display and ...
Sacramento Bee

FallCall Detect Integrates Apple Crash Detection to Offer First Safety App With Both Fall and Crash Detection Capabilities

TRUMBULL, Conn., September 28, 2023 (Newswire.com) - FallCall Solutions, a CT tech startup committed to making safety accessible and affordable for all, announced today that their medical alert safety ...