The Latest: High-quality heart readings in new Apple Watch
CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — The Latest on Apple iPhone announcement (all times local):
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Apple's new smartwatch will have the ability to take high-quality heart readings to detect irregular heart rhythms and other potential problems.
Ben Wood of CCS Insight says getting U.S. regulatory clearance for that is a milestone that underscores the company's leadership in health and fitness. Typically, smartwatches are marketed as consumer devices, not medical ones needing clearance.
Apple says its Apple Watch is the first over-the-counter product to take readings through electrocardiography, or EKG.