Apple fends off bid for new Apple Watch import ban at US trade tribunal

Core Viewpoint - A U.S. trade tribunal has preliminarily ruled that Apple's current Apple Watches do not infringe on patents owned by Masimo, thereby rejecting Masimo's request for a renewed import ban on the devices [1] Group 1 - The ruling indicates a significant legal victory for Apple, allowing it to continue selling its Apple Watches without the threat of an import ban [1] - Masimo's attempt to enforce a patent infringement claim was unsuccessful, which may impact its competitive position in the medical monitoring market [1] - The decision reflects ongoing legal battles in the tech industry regarding patent rights and innovation [1]