Apple dedicated three years to create an Apple Watch compatible with Android devices, but halted due to "technical restrictions." Apple was truly committed to making their watches work with Android and non-iPhone devices, but after three years, they were forced to give up their efforts due to technological constraints.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) lodged a substantial antitrust lawsuit against Apple on Thursday. They allege that the tech behemoth has monopolized the smartphone industry with its iPhone and other gadgets, such as the Apple Watch.
Merrick Garland, the US Attorney General, pointed out difficulties in using the Apple Watch with devices other than iPhones. However, there are indications that Apple tried to provide Android compatibility for the watch over three years, but faced technical limitations.
A 9to5Mac report suggests that Apple dedicated three years to investigating the potential of integrating Android compatibility into the Apple Watch. However, the endeavor did not come to fruition due to "technical constraints".
The legal action, initiated together with 17 state and district attorneys general, accuses Apple of breaching competition regulations. The case mentions instances such as Apple charging a 30% fee on App Store transactions, creating distinct iMessage text bubbles for Android users, and disclosing personal data while utilizing Apple Wallet.
Apple has denied the claims made in the lawsuit, stating that the lawsuit inaccurately portrays both the truth and the legal aspects.
The antitrust lawsuit targeting Apple poses a considerable legal hurdle in the United States, but the tech behemoth is also grappling with tough rules in the European Union.
The rules stipulate that Apple must switch from Lightning cables to USB-C and allow its devices to support app stores from third parties. Nonetheless, it's doubtful that any significant modifications will happen quickly as the legal proceedings progress.
Even though the Apple Watch doesn't support Android, Google has successfully tapped into the wearable technology market with its range of products. The Pixel Watch, especially with the latest launch of the Pixel Watch 2, has drawn significant interest.
Moreover, Google's purchase of Fitbit has strengthened its position in the market for wearable devices. Fitbit is ready to incorporate artificial intelligence into their products to offer individualized health and fitness advice to users.
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