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It took Apple three years to develop an Apple Watch compatible with Android users, but it was halted due to "technical constraints."
Apple endeavored to make their Apple Watches compatible with Android and non-iPhone devices. Despite their efforts, they had to discontinue the project after three years due to technical difficulties.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has lodged a substantial antitrust case against Apple on Thursday. The tech behemoth is charged with dominating the smartphone market through its iPhone and other gadgets, such as the Apple Watch.
US Attorney General, Merrick Garland, pointed out difficulties when trying to use the Apple Watch with devices other than the iPhone. Despite this, there are claims that Apple made efforts to incorporate Android compatibility into the watch over three years, but faced technological limitations.
A 9to5Mac report suggests that Apple researched the potential of integrating Android compatibility into the Apple Watch for a span of three years. However, due to "technical constraints", the idea didn't come to fruition.
The legal action, initiated together with 17 state and district prosecutors, claims that Apple's commercial operations breach competition laws. The suit points out instances like the 30 percent charge on transactions conducted via the App Store, the distinction in iMessage text bubbles for Android users, and the disclosure of personal data when utilizing Apple Wallet.
Apple has denied the claims made in the lawsuit, stating that both the facts and the legal aspects presented in the suit are misrepresented.
The antitrust legal action against Apple poses a considerable legal hurdle in the United States, but the technology powerhouse is also dealing with strict rules in the European Union.
The rules require Apple to switch from Lightning cables to USB-C and to allow third-party app stores on their devices. But, it's doubtful that any major changes will happen quickly while the legal action proceeds in court.
Even though the Apple Watch doesn't support Android, Google has managed to tap into the wearable technology market with their own range of products. The Pixel Watch, especially with the latest launch of the Pixel Watch 2, has drawn significant interest.
Furthermore, Google's purchase of Fitbit has strengthened its position in the market for wearable gadgets. Fitbit plans to incorporate artificial intelligence into its products to offer users tailor-made health and fitness recommendations.
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