Apple has been involved in patent disputes with medical device manufacturers Masimo and AliveCor.
image credit: Google
Both companies specialize in developing ECG hardware and software.
image credit: Google
Last month, the International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that Apple had infringed upon AliveCor patents.
image credit: Google
The ITC sought to ban imports of the infringing Apple Watch models.
image credit: Google
The ban was paused until appeals were completed in a separate dispute.
image credit: Google
This is not the first time Apple has been involved in patent disputes with medical device manufacturers.
image credit: Google
The disputes pertain to ECG technology on the Apple Watch.
image credit: Google
The ITC's decision could have a significant impact on Apple's business.
image credit: Google
Both Masimo and AliveCor have welcomed the ITC's decision.
image credit: Google
Apple has disagreed with the ITC's decision and is looking forward to a full review by the commission.
image credit: Google