ITC Launches Investigation Into Smartwatch Fall Detection
January 11, 2026
January 11, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 (TNSFR) -- The International Trade Commission has instituted an investigation into several major technology companies following allegations of patent infringement related to wearable fall detection features. The probe stems from a complaint filed by UnaliWear Inc., Austin, Texas, a technology firm specializing in medical alert devices.
The investigation focuses on "electronic watches with the capability to detect when a user has suffered a fall" and the . . .
The investigation focuses on "electronic watches with the capability to detect when a user has suffered a fall" and the . . .
