Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Visual Stories
  • Reviews
  • Phone Reviews
  • Fitness Bands Reviews
  • Speakers Reviews
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
In the news
Elon Musk
Apple
OnePlus
NOTHING
Latest Laptops
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Technology
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Visual Stories
Reviews
Phone Reviews
Fitness Bands Reviews
Speakers Reviews
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / Technology News / Could an upcoming Apple Watch make blood sugar monitoring painless?
Technology

Could an upcoming Apple Watch make blood sugar monitoring painless?

Could an upcoming Apple Watch make blood sugar monitoring painless?
Written by Chandraveer Mathur
May 03, 2021, 11:54 pm 2 min read
Could an upcoming Apple Watch make blood sugar monitoring painless?
Apple Watch could pack non-invasive sensors to track blood sugar

A recent SEC filing by British electronics start-up Rockley Photonics reportedly revealed that Cupertino-based smartphone manufacturer Apple has been its largest customer for the last two years. Rockley's primary efforts have been directed toward the development of sensors to track blood pressure, glucose, and alcohol levels. This has fuelled fresh speculation that these sensors could feature in an upcoming Apple Watch version.

No mean feat
Rockley's tech uses photons to make blood sugar tracking non-invasive

There has been immense industry interest in the past decade to make blood sugar measurement a non-invasive process for diabetics, preferably using a wearable sensor. The CEO of Rockley Photonics told Forbes that it's hard enough to detect blood sugar levels with access to the blood and it's "way harder" with photons. The company also has an ongoing supply and development contract with Apple.

Details
SEC filing revealed that Apple has been Rockley's largest customer

Rockley has been preparing to go public in New York. The company's regulatory filings revealed that Apple has been its largest client since 2019. The Telegraph observes that the Apple Watch is key to CEO Tim Cook's ambition of making the iPhone maker a major player in digital health. It could be a game changer if the Apple Watch makes blood sugar monitoring painless.

More signs
Apple patent application confirms company's interest in digital health sector

In February, Apple even filed a patent for spectroscopy technology that uses electromagnetic waves in the terahertz frequency. This reaffirmed that the company is interested in integrating these technologies into its upcoming products. The current-generation Apple Watch can track blood oxygen levels using onboard sensors. The feature has since been mimicked by other smartwatch makers as well.

No confirmation
Integrating these technologies into smartwatch form factor could be challenging

However, the revelation that Apple is Rockley's largest customer doesn't equal official confirmation that Apple will incorporate the company's technology in its products. The Telegraph further speculates that a future Apple Watch could pack blood pressure and alcohol level tracking technology as well. While those features would be revolutionary for wearables, we believe that the smartwatch form factor poses significant challenges to companies.

Share this timeline
Facebook
Whatsapp
Twitter
Linkedin
Chandraveer Mathur
Chandraveer Mathur
Mail
I am a design engineer with a knack for all things related to tech, smartphones, photography, and automobiles. When I am not tinkering with gadgets, I enjoy books, CGI, a lovingly curated audio library, and therapeutic solo drives.
Latest
Apple
Apple Watch
Related
Latest
Celebrities likely to guest on 'Koffee with Karan 7'
Celebrities likely to guest on 'Koffee with Karan 7' Entertainment
Top 5 smartwatches in India under Rs. 10,000
Top 5 smartwatches in India under Rs. 10,000 Technology
Who is Waleed? Farhan Akhtar's character from 'Ms. Marvel'
Who is Waleed? Farhan Akhtar's character from 'Ms. Marvel' Entertainment
2023 Ducati V21L MotoE race motorcycle breaks cover: Check features
2023 Ducati V21L MotoE race motorcycle breaks cover: Check features Auto
Udaipur killer paid Rs. 5,000 for '2611' bike number plate
Udaipur killer paid Rs. 5,000 for '2611' bike number plate India
Apple
New WhatsApp feature: Avatars for video calls coming soon
New WhatsApp feature: Avatars for video calls coming soon Technology
#DealOfTheDay: Buy Apple iPhone 13 at nearly Rs. 45,000
#DealOfTheDay: Buy Apple iPhone 13 at nearly Rs. 45,000 Technology
Apple's M2-powered MacBook Pro has slower SSD than its predecessor
Apple's M2-powered MacBook Pro has slower SSD than its predecessor Technology
Apple student discount 2022: Deals on MacBooks and iPads
Apple student discount 2022: Deals on MacBooks and iPads Technology
How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for June 27
How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for June 27 Technology
More News
Apple Watch
iOS 16: How to customize your Apple iPhone Lock Screen
iOS 16: How to customize your Apple iPhone Lock Screen Technology
Everything we expect Apple to unveil at the September event
Everything we expect Apple to unveil at the September event Technology
Apple unveils watchOS 8 public beta replete with new features
Apple unveils watchOS 8 public beta replete with new features Technology
Apple Watch Series 7 to feature faster processor, improved screen
Apple Watch Series 7 to feature faster processor, improved screen Technology
Apple announces accessibility-related software feature updates across its product range
Apple announces accessibility-related software feature updates across its product range Technology
More News
Related
Huawei's latest smartwatch offers heart-rate monitoring and 96 workout modes
Huawei's latest smartwatch offers heart-rate monitoring and 96 workout modes Technology
Apple Watch Series 7 debuts with a bigger screen
Apple Watch Series 7 debuts with a bigger screen Technology
Mi Watch Revolve Active Review: Best fitness-watch under Rs. 10,000?
Mi Watch Revolve Active Review: Best fitness-watch under Rs. 10,000? Fitness Bands
Next News Article
Next News Article

Love Technology news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

Science Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Technology News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League (IPL) Karnataka Samsung Xiaomi West Bengal
Bihar Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma Haryana Narendra Modi Arvind Kejriwal Tamil Nadu Gujarat Yogi Adityanath YouTube
Instagram Hollywood News Uttar Pradesh Kerala Netflix Bollywood News Mamata Banerjee Maruti Suzuki Rahul Gandhi Elon Musk
Shah Rukh Khan Chelsea FC OPPO Akhilesh Yadav Indian Cricket Team Apple Manchester United Salman Khan Cryptocurrency OnePlus
Amitabh Bachchan ICC Women's World Cup Vivo India vs Sri Lanka
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive IPL 2022 Schedule IPL 2022 Points Table Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2022