Apple wins $250 US jury verdict in patent case over Masimo smartwatches

A Delaware jury found Masimo’s early smartwatch models infringed two of Apple’s design patents, awarding Apple $250 in damages. Apple’s goal was not monetary but aimed at blocking Masimo’s smartwatch sales.

However, the jury ruled Masimo’s current models did not infringe Apple’s patents, a win for Masimo.

Previously, Masimo won a U.S. International Trade Commission ruling to block Apple’s Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches over blood oxygen technology, which Apple has appealed. Masimo alleges Apple stole its pulse oximetry technology, while Apple claims Masimo used litigation to clear the market for its watches.