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Apple devoted three years to creating an Apple Watch compatible with Android devices, but halted due to "technological constraints"
Apple made a significant effort to develop Apple Watches that could be used with Android and non-iPhone devices. However, they were forced to give up after three years due to technological constraints.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has lodged a substantial antitrust legal action against Apple on Thursday. The tech behemoth is accused of dominating the smartphone industry with its iPhone and other products, such as the Apple Watch.
Merrick Garland, the US Attorney General, brought up difficulties associated with the use of the Apple Watch when paired with non-iPhone devices. Despite these issues, it is rumored that Apple tried to incorporate Android compatibility with the watch over a span of three years, but faced technological limitations.
A 9to5Mac report reveals that Apple took three years to investigate the potential integration of Android support into the Apple Watch. However, due to "technical constraints," the idea never came to fruition.
The legal action, initiated together with 17 state and district attorneys general, accuses Apple of breaking antitrust regulations. The lawsuit references instances such as charging a 30 percent fee on sales made via the App Store, distinguishing iMessage text bubbles for Android users, and disclosing individual data when utilizing Apple Wallet.
In reaction to the legal action, Apple has denied the claims, stating that the lawsuit distorts both the truth and the legal principles involved.
The antitrust case against Apple poses a substantial legal hurdle in the US, but the tech behemoth has also encountered strict rules in the European Union.
The rules stipulate that Apple must switch from Lightning cables to USB-C and allow its devices to accommodate app stores from third parties. Nonetheless, it's improbable that significant alterations will happen promptly as the legal battle proceeds in the judicial system.
Even though the Apple Watch doesn't support Android, Google has managed to make a name for itself in the wearable technology market with its range of products. The Pixel Watch, especially following the launch of the Pixel Watch 2, has been attracting a lot of interest.
Moreover, Google's purchase of Fitbit has strengthened its foothold in the market for wearable devices. Fitbit is ready to incorporate artificial intelligence into their products to offer tailored health and fitness data to its users.
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