Apple's App Store will show if an app is classified as a regulated medical device

The further Apple dives into medical technology, the more it will have to deal with regulators. Now, the App Store will label apps that meet select criteria for medical devices in the US, EU, and UK.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 0

Apple Health gets new Average Bedtime metric in iOS 26.4 beta

The Apple Health app has just been updated with two key changes — a new Average Bedtime metric and a blood oxygen graph in the Vitals section.

Marko Zivkovic 3 months ago 1

Apple Watch data pins down abduction time of NBC News anchor's mother

Data from her Apple Watch helped investigators narrow the time of the overnight abduction of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.

Andrew Orr 4 months ago 2

If you give ChatGPT your health data, have your doctor on speed-dial

We warned you. In a disappointing and totally predictable way, giving ChatGPT access to Apple Health data has been shown to be as bad an idea as we've already said.

William Gallagher 4 months ago 9

Apple Watch makes it much easier to detect arrhythmia, study reveals

The Apple Watch continues to see praise for its health-related applications, with a new study outlining its usefulness in identifying atrial fibrillation in asymptomatic patients.

Marko Zivkovic 4 months ago 0

Be wary of the connection between ChatGPT and Apple Health

You can now integrate Apple Health data into the ChatGPT iOS app. We don't recommend it.

Mike Wuerthele and Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 10

Improve your health with Withings new Body Scan 2 'longevity station'

Withings is doing more than ever with its latest smart scale, the Body Scan 2. AT CES, the brand is calling it a "longevity station" with more than 60 biomarkers and Apple Health integration.

Andrew O'Hara 5 months ago 11

If you want to stick to New Years health resolutions, wear that Apple Watch

Alongside its now annual update of features for the Apple Fitness+ health program, Apple has now also announced how exercise with Apple Watch helps users avoid "Quitter's Day."

William Gallagher 5 months ago 2

There may be something big coming to Apple Fitness+ in 2026

Without naming features or dates, a teaser shared Tuesday shifted attention back to Apple Fitness+ ahead of the new year.

Andrew Orr 5 months ago 1

Australians will be soon able to use Apple Watch hypertension notifications

Following approval by Australian medical regulators, Apple is now allowed to enable its Apple Watch hypertension feature in the country, though no specific date has been revealed yet.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 0

Leak teases iOS 26.4 feature updates alongside iOS 27, iOS 28 plans

A leaked internal iOS 26 build allegedly includes references to a new Health app, more accurate AirPods tracking in iOS 26.4, and even some details about iOS 27 and iOS 28.

Malcolm Owen 6 months ago 0

Apple wants to use your mattress as a body temperature sensor

Apple is continuing to look at ways of using its smart mattress technology together with temperature sensors to identify the start of menstrual cycles, and also as a measure of general health.

William Gallagher 8 months ago 3

How to train smarter with Workout Buddy in iOS 26 & watchOS 26

If you're tired of working out alone, Workout Buddy gives you real-time coaching from your Apple Watch running watchOS 26. Here's how it works.

Andrew Orr 8 months ago 3

How Apple Watch looks for hypertension and what do if you get an alert

Apple has made it clear how the new hypertension feature of the Apple Watch works — and, importantly, what it does not do.

William Gallagher 8 months ago 5

Larq PureVis 2 review: A smart water bottle that makes hydration easier

Drinking enough water can feel like a chore, but the Larq PureVis 2 makes it safer, tastier, and even tracks every sip for you.

Amber Neely 9 months ago 0

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