Fall detection wearable specialist UnaliWear says that Apple Watch and just about every other smartwatch ever made infringes on its fall detection patents. It's in for a long and costly battle.
Some of the best smartwatches could be banned from import over a fall detection patent dispute.
The ITC has launched an investigation into Apple Watch fall detection technology following a complaint by UnaliWear. Could ...
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 ...
An Texas company claims the Apple Watch and nearly every other smartwatch infringe on its fall detection technology patents, ...
The wristband type segment accounts for 38.0% of total market share in 2025, making it the dominant device category. Wrist-worn fall detectors offer ease of use, comfort, discreet design, and ...