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Apple Watch's sleep apnea detection feature gets FDA approval, here's how it will work

The FDA approved Apple's sleep apnea detection feature, announced at the iPhone 16 launch. The feature, using a 'breathing disturbances' metric, will be available on Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2. Developed with clinical-grade data, it aims to offer an affordable alternative to traditional tests, tracking nightly metrics and providing comprehensive reports for users to share with healthcare providers.


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Apple Watch's sleep apnea detection feature gets FDA approval, here's how it will work

The FDA approved Apple's sleep apnea detection feature, announced at the iPhone 16 launch. The feature, using a 'breathing disturbances' metric, will be available on Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2. Developed with clinical-grade data, it aims to offer an affordable alternative to traditional tests, tracking nightly metrics and providing comprehensive reports for users to share with healthcare providers.

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