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After investing three years in the development of an Apple Watch for Android users, Apple had to halt due to "technical limitations"
Apple had made considerable efforts to make their Apple Watches compatible with Android and other non-iPhone devices. But, they had to give up their efforts after three years due to technological constraints.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has lodged a substantial antitrust case against Apple on Thursday. The lawsuit alleges that the technology powerhouse has cornered the smartphone market through its dominance with products like the iPhone and Apple Watch.
Merrick Garland, the US Attorney General, pointed out difficulties in using the Apple Watch with devices other than iPhones. Despite this, there are indications that Apple tried to include Android compatibility with its watch over a span of three years, but faced technological limitations.
A report by 9to5Mac suggests that Apple invested three years researching the feasibility of integrating Android compatibility with their Apple Watch. However, they were unable to achieve this due to "technical limitations".
The legal action, brought about together with 17 state and district attorneys general, accuses Apple of breaking antitrust regulations through its business operations. The lawsuit points out instances such as charging a 30 percent fee on transactions carried out via the App Store, differentiating iMessage text bubbles for those using Android, and disclosing personal data when Apple Wallet is utilized.
Apple has countered the lawsuit allegations, arguing that both the facts and the legal aspects are misrepresented in the lawsuit.
The antitrust case against Apple constitutes a major legal hurdle in the US, but the technology behemoth has also encountered tough rules in the European Union.
The rules require Apple to switch from Lightning cables to USB-C and allow third-party app stores on their devices. Nevertheless, significant changes are not expected to happen quickly while the legal proceedings take place.
Even though Android doesn't support the Apple Watch, Google has made significant strides in the wearable technology market with its own array of gadgets. The Pixel Watch, especially the recently launched Pixel Watch 2, has particularly gained recognition.
Furthermore, Google's purchase of Fitbit has strengthened its position in the market for wearable technology. Fitbit is ready to incorporate artificial intelligence into their devices to offer customised health and fitness advice to its users.
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