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Apple Watch’s ECG feature on cusp of receiving medical device approval in Australia

It looks like the Apple Watch’s ECG feature is about to cross the finish line in Australia, with The 8-Bit reporting that it received approval in February: The Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved the ECG feature in the country yesterday under “Medical Device Class IIa,” according to a document first spotted by The 8-Bit. […]

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Rumor: “iPhone 13” could feature always-on display that would show persistent clock and battery icons

A new rumor has indicated that the next-gen iPhone/the “iPhone 13” could feature an always-on display that could potentially light up portions for a brief period to show notifications to the user, without illuminating the entire screen. The upcoming devices, according to Max Weinbach of EverythingApplePro, the iPhone 13 could use an always on display […]

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Apple Watch irregular heart rhythm notification feature edges closer to ECG approval in Australia

The Apple’s Watch’s irregular heart rhythm notification feature has now been approved in Australia, indicating that the ECG feature could be soon to follow. Per documents seen by EFTM, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration show that the smartwatch’s irregular rhythm notifications has now been approved and added to the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods. While this […]

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iOS 14.5 beta code hints at feature that allows for Face ID use while wearing masks

This could be what you’ve been waiting for. In the wake of the pandemic and the need for wearing face masks in public, iPhone users have had to forego using Face ID to quickly unlock their iOS devices, and have needed to type in their number passcodes on the fly. This has been annoying. Recent […]

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Apple posts Q1 2021 financial results, reports $111.4 billion in revenues, $33.5 billion net profit

Apple couldn’t have asked for a better quarter. The company posted $111.4 billion in revenue and a net profit of $33.5 for the first quarter of 2021, showing double digit growth across all product categories. The results represent 21 percent growth on the $91.8 billion in revenue seen for Q1 2020. The gross margin of […]