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  • Apple a Chip Company? Maybe...Okay I understand that there are many G5 threads here. But I opened a new one to take a different approach to the situation. That is approach is th…

    ... is approach is this: Is Apple becoming a chip company? Here is where I am coming from on ... is going on here? Here is what's going on here: My guess is that Apple ...

    bodhi December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • Support to G5 Rumors...found this at xlr8yourmac.com:<br /><br />&lt;xlr8yourmac&gt;<br />More Comments on Scanner Software 'Disabled on G5 Processors' - <br />…

    ... ;xlr8yourmac> More Comments on Scanner Software 'Disabled on G5 Processors' - Yesterday's ... the shareware version of VueScan is disabled on PowerPC G5 processors." A reader ... the pooch and confirm that Apple is coming out with a PowerMac ...

    _lmark December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • What apple needs (from a pc user)This isn't a troll, let me make that clear. I am heavily into watercooling and overclocking pc's. At school I have been involved in fixing both apple…

    ... all on the motherboard itself. The only thing it is lacking is firewire ... the shop might say the apple is faster per mhz, but I ... the 700mhz apple is faster than a 1500mhz pc. Even is he/she ... range is one of the better upgrades apple have done, this is truely ...

    ghost_user_name December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • Apple goes for AMD - just a rumorFolks, actually you'll reading above its just a mail i recieved a couple of days ago - from a friend, who is an employee of a big chip comp. He is no…

    ... is also writing for arstechnica.com, anyhow, ... Thats what he put on ... to run on its own feet. The >idea is to make this great system >self-sustaining on our ... ;now. BUT: It is only possible with apple itself. >But i ...

    vox barbara December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • well MWSF is over; as usual Apple fails to deliverThe first post MWSF thread. i realize it's a bit early, but with all of the G5 talk raising people's expectations to unrealistic heights I figure we …

    ... , with a Mac OS running on a 8mhz 68000 motorola processor. And the whole OS fits on 100k of disk space and ... for $400! Imagine, a $400 Apple Mac-who would've ever ... starting off at the bottom Apple can astound us at each ...

    ptrash December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • new product is already in the Apple storesnow i'm not sure if anybody cares about this...but i do know that at the apple stores new products arrive early and are then locked in the management…

    ... do know that at the apple stores new products arrive early ... what's in until it is officially out. anyway, they have ... ....so what ever is coming at the expo is already there, i ... point of getting to an Apple store right after Job's ...

    leftbrain January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • www.picsel.com Apple PDA WTH is that?Okay, I searched the threads for picsel and it didn't find anything so I just wanted to point out the "what-the-hell-is-that?!?!" image on …

    Okay, I searched the threads for picsel and it didn't find anything so I just wanted to point out the "what-the-hell-is-that?!?!" image on the picsel homepage. www.picsel.com Is that a teaser image or what? MSKR [ 01-02-2002: Message edited by: Masker ]

    masker January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Power4 is the "hyped" product?This is pure speculation, but what if the "product" that is "way beyond" the rumor sites is related to IBM's Power4?<br /><br />…

    ... leveraged by Apple in a couple of ways: 1) Apple could market ... OS X is *nix-based and Apple could resurrent the Apple Network Server ... use IBMs existing Power4 servers. Apple could also go after the ... any speculation I've seen on Apple rumor sites... [ 01-03-2002 ...

    gopher January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • IT IS ALL ABOUT TRANSITIONfolks,<br /><br />aaactually, there are only 3 possible explanations to these apple.com headline tags.<br /><br />a/<br />apple.com is just kidd…

    ... these apple.com headline tags. a/ apple.com is just kidding, knowing apple and its users are on ... it is all about ? ... TRANSITION. It is so obvious from todays apple. ... of all hype tags. Apple is going to set new ...

    vox barbara January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • My theories for the wierd hints from Apple.comHi,<br /><br />I too have been really baffled about the Star Trek references on Apple's front page. These are the possibilities that I think this …

    ... about the Star Trek references on Apple's front page. These are ... everyone how the PPC G4 is still the fastest desktop in ... think that this will help Apple and so will not happen ... have to be concerned when apple use "To boldly go" and ...

    imacfan January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Colors on Apple site sectionsAm I wrong or did Apple just change the navigation heading colors? If I am right then I think you can count on more color in the iMac lineup then we …

    Am I wrong or did Apple just change the navigation heading colors? If I am right then I think you can count on more color in the iMac lineup then we expected.

    bunghole January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • **MWSF 2002**It's time for all of us at AI to get back to what we do best: predict what is in store for Apple's future products. So let's start the wild speculati…

    ... best: predict what is in store for Apple's future products. So ... heck is going on. Is this the right room? A faint Apple logo is in ... Out.....Roll Out.....the corwd is bouncin! Steve comes out to ... music and the lights come on! Finally from the back enters ...

    tigerwoods99 November 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • iMac LCD... more rumorsYour Daily Mac.com is claiming to have seen photos, but is still hazey on the specs... if new pictures are going around, hopefully some might find th…

    ... .com is claiming to have seen photos, but is still hazey on the ... to YDM have confirmed that Apple is planning the roll-out of ... , as Apple had hoped to have the new machine on the shelves ... bit hard to confirm as Apple is still in the process finalizing ...

    pathogen November 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • New LCD's for MWSF ?This was posted on RAILhead design web site. What is your thoughts on the post, Copy below.<br /><br />New Apple Displays<br />We?ve all been wond…

    ... What is your thoughts on the post, Copy below. New Apple Displays We?ve all been wondering, and now the time is getting closer ? Apple is getting ready to ... which is helping to make LCD the defacto standard. As for Apple ...

    ssmurphy November 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • G5 proof?Sorry if the title sounds misleading but I was wondering:<br /><br />If the G5 <i>isn't</i> ready or <i>won't</i> be coming out in Jan won't even t…

    ... G5, wouldn't that spark Apple to deny G5's ... MWSF? It would be in Apple's best intrest as ... of Mac sites and is being discussed on all the forums to ... action or lack of action Apple takes on the G5 rumors be ... articles being dropped due to Apple legal, (don't know ...

    kidred November 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • Confirmed: Aqua Hardware accelerationCheck out this link for a very juicy read:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.architosh.com/news/2001-11/2001a-1130-appleg5.phtml" target=…

    ... acceleration? If this hardware is made by Apple, then it will ... this that makes sense is that Apple probably planned on this new ... OS X's initial slowness--Apple planned on hardware acceleration. They ... Some say this technology is the result of Apple's Raycer ...

    junkyard dawg December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • What's the harm of a huge show?Let's step aside from the rampant speculation about G5's, G4 iMacs, and all the rest. Instead, let's consider why we believe Apple is reluctant to h…

    ... consider why we believe Apple is reluctant to have a ... our thinking on these boards that dictates Apple (read: Steve) prefers to ration the release of products. That is ... . 1) Marketing. Apple's marketing is quite dependent on the media ...

    pookjp December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • The only real fact.I am not an insider. I have no accurate information. I am a liar. I had you all hanging on my every word, pathetic. Unbelievable really. Future Hardw…

    ... . I had you all hanging on my every word, pathetic. Unbelievable ... real facts are real facts. Apple will amaze us in a ... you all that speculation is just that,speculation. Apple may even out ... care, I know whats going on, I know its hip to ...

    ghost_user_name December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • Depends what you mean by "big"...Appears to me that the only people hyping MWSF 2002 a lot this go around are those on this board. Apple is not really hyping it any more than they ha…

    ... go around are those on this board. Apple is not really hyping it ... "... and even on the Special Promos page at www.apple.com/store ... "... So my expectation is that there is a play on the word "big ...

    louismg December 2001 Future Apple Hardware

  • MY DELUSIONAL OPINION - iBook Revision At MWSFWell, the regulars here know me, and know that I don't get too involved in Future Hardware predictions like some people, but something just happened …

    ... iBook is getting souped up at MWSF. There is a user on eBay that I always keep an eye on ... registered with Apple) I have a feeling this friend is a Mac ... . The only thing that is troubling me is this $200 discount people ...

    murbot January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Guess tomorrows Apple main page Slogani like BRussell's from another thread:<br /><br />Yeah, how about this on apple.com:<br />"Gee, 5 days left until MWSF." <br /><br />o…

    ... thread: Yeah, how about this on apple.com: "Gee, 5 days left ...

    thegelding January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • New iMac intro slogan...taking betsIf indeed this new iMac is a thin, LCD-based design (and will, naturally, be played up quite big on Apple's website homepage), I bet you the slogan f…

    If indeed this new iMac is a thin, LCD-based design ... , be played up quite big on Apple's website homepage), I bet ... weeks or so) will play on the whole New Years resolution ... hook phrase you'll see on their website.

    pscates January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • My take.I have watched the threads here and elsewhere, and have seen the teasers on Apple's page; it's made me think a little bit about what it all means.<br…

    ... , and have seen the teasers on Apple's page; it's made ... promise of "revolutionary" from Apple Netherlands. Apple says it's gonna be ... , and Apple finally delivers across the board. 2. This is the one ... me, this is a must. Anything else is icing on the cake. The ...

    wired January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • MWSF Gear Info from OrangeInsider<a href="http://www.orangeinsider.com" target="_blank">Orangeinsider</a> writes the following on their front page ...…

    ... ....fits in perfectly with where Apple's idea of 'revolutionary' and ... like great new hardware from Apple (probably innovative in several ways ... next evening to show off Apple's array of Digital Hub ... is true, anything beyond the G5 and the iMac is just icing on ...

    spiffyguyc January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • MWSF 2002 Reality CheckApple is hyping MWSF way too much. Apple will not release a ton of new products at MWSF; Apple will release some new products at MWSF. If Apple did…

    ... is a very important show for Apple and for Japan. Japan is ... with much higher GHz running on a Windows XP machine. ... Apple has to make profits. Having a midrange computer is bad for Apple. Apple ... consumer is good for Apple. It shows how simple and easy Apple ...

    istudent January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • iPod enhancement!CONFIRMED!! (God I've always wanted a topic that said that!) <img src="/images/smilies/1wink.gif" border="0" alt="" title="bWink" class="inlineimg"…

    ... Apple P.R. department. CUPERTINO, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 2001--Apple ... visualizations on the iPod's screen similar to those viewed on Apple's ... simultaneously on the iPod's screen . The iPea is available immediately from Apple ...

    torqued January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Will any of it be in color?So, Apple is at it again.... about to release some fantastic new product(s). I just hope it's not plain jane, snow white.<br />Apple was smoking the…

    So, Apple is at it again.... about to ... other gray boxes. I wanted on in lime too! This was ... behind me saying "Wow is that the new Apple? I've never ... a colored box is only eyecandy but, the fact is; Apple sold a ...

    tangerinejoe January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Way Beyond The Rumor SItes? More than just new products....Here is my speculation. MWSF 02 will be more than just new great products like G5,<br />new iMac G4s with 2 peices, or Newton 2.<br /><br />Let's…

    ... we OEM NEXTSTEP and worked on OpenStep. We ported OpenStep to ... X is poised well and Apple and Sun combo would give Apple an ... apps based on Cocoa. These are high margin 3. Apple Acquires ... is a good time to acquire distressted companies wirth good assets. Apple ...

    eat@me January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • The Next Mac - A PC? Boldly going...First, a little disclaimer because there are a few things I am probably going to get flamed for if I don't put it:<br /><br /><i>1. This IS a thre…

    ... 1. This IS a thread on MacOS (X?) running on an Intel ... on it. On to the post, I'll explain my stance later: Apple ... me chills considering the message on Apple's site today. For those ... Apple's been posting on its page... Now for my personal feelings on ...

    spiffyguyc January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

  • Sleepless Night - Time's Timing Known!!!!Just One More Sleepless Night....<br /><br />Apple absolutely knew when this story would break, I would bet the farm on that. Look at the headline …

    Just One More Sleepless Night.... Apple absolutely knew when this story ... bet the farm on that. Look at the headline on Apple.com - can ... And yes, I think there is at least one more surprise ...

    dali January 2002 Future Apple Hardware

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is o2 sensor on apple watch disabled - Search Results on AppleInsider Forums (2024)

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Will Apple disable the O2 sensor? ›

All Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Series 9 models that Apple sells in the United States now no longer come with a working blood oxygen sensor. The sensor previously monitored the levels of oxygen in the blood. The reason Apple disabled the blood oxygen sensor is a legal one.

Why is Apple removing the blood oxygen sensor from the watch? ›

Apple will disable the blood-oxygen feature on premium watches sold in the US as part of a patent dispute. Apple says it will disable a blood-oxygen monitoring feature on its two most popular watches in the U.S. beginning Thursday to comply with a court-ordered revival of a sales ban stemming from a patent dispute.

Can you check O2 SAT with Apple Watch? ›

Use the Blood Oxygen app on Apple Watch Series 6 or later to measure the percentage of oxygen your red blood cells carry from your lungs to the rest of the body. Knowing how well oxygenated your blood is can help you understand your overall health and wellness.

Is an Apple Watch from O2 locked? ›

Unlocking your O2 device for use on a different network

Does O2 lock devices? Most devices are no longer locked to our network. Since 1 August 2018, Apple devices bought directly from us are no longer locked.

Is the blood oxygen sensor disabled on Apple Watch? ›

The ability to measure blood oxygen is no longer available on Apple Watch units sold by Apple in the United States beginning January 18, 2024.

Will the Apple Watch bring back the O2 sensor? ›

When no longer subject to an import ban, Apple will be able to reintroduce blood oxygen sensing for ‌Apple Watch Series 9‌ and ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌ users who are not able to access the feature.

Is blood oxygen banned on Apple Watch? ›

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 were both banned in the US late last year as the result of a patent dispute with medical device maker Masimo. The International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that the blood oxygen sensors in both devices infringed on patents from Masimo.

Will Apple disable the pulse oximeter? ›

Starting on Thursday, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 will no longer detect people's blood oxygen levels, to comply with a ruling by the International Trade Commission.

How reliable is Apple Watch blood oxygen? ›

"The blood oxygen feature is fairly accurate, from the research I've seen, but it's not medical grade, so I would say overall, no, it's not very useful," Graham Bower, developer of iOS health app Reps and Sets and Apple Watch expert, told Lifewire via email.

Why did the Apple Watch stop blood oxygen? ›

Apple decided to drop the health feature after losing a patent case brought by the medical technology company Masimo, which alleged that Apple infringed on its patent for a blood oxygen sensor that can read someone's pulse.

Which Apple Watch has ECG and blood oxygen? ›

Apple Watch Series 6 or later
  • Apple Watch Series 6 or later.
  • Heart Rate and Irregular Rhythm Notifications Optical heart sensor.
  • AFib History Optical heart sensor.
  • ECG App Electrical heart sensor.
  • Low Cardio Fitness Notifications Optical heart sensor and GPS.
  • Blood Oxygen Level** Optical heart sensor.

How do I add O2 to my Apple Watch? ›

Tap 'Set up mobile data'. You'll be prompted to sign in with your My O2 username and password. Once you've signed in, you'll see two options – 'Buy another Airtime Plan for this Watch' or 'Move an existing Airtime Plan to this Watch'. Tap 'Move an existing Airtime Plan to this Watch' to keep your current Airtime Plan.

What is the 16 digit network unlock code? ›

A 16 digit network unlock code is an alphanumeric code that lets you remove the sim lock from a mobile phone. The sim lock restricts the device to only work on the network of a specific carrier. For example, if you purchase an AT&T phone, it may have a sim lock that prevents you from using it on Verizon's network.

Is Apple disabling blood oxygen? ›

The decision to turn off the blood-oxygen sensor for consumers who buy either the Apple Watch Series 9 or Ultra 2 in the U.S. came after a federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to extend an order that had allowed the watches to remain in stores during a battle over the rights to some of the technology.

Will apples bring back blood oxygen? ›

Apple can potentially reactivate the feature through a software update or settle with Masimo for a licensing deal. Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 users in the United States may have to wait until 2028 to regain access to the blood oxygen monitoring feature.

Can I buy an Apple Watch with an oxygen sensor? ›

If you want to have a better chance of getting the blood oxygen monitoring feature, shopping for refurbished Apple watches is a safer bet. Places like Back Market and Woot are reputable places to shop for refurbished items. Of course, you can also find them on big-name sellers like Amazon and Walmart.

Is Apple ready to drop blood oxygen sensor on smartwatch to avoid US sales ban? ›

Apple is removing a blood oxygen measurement tool from two of its watch models to avoid a sales ban on the devices in the U.S., Bloomberg reported.

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