Apple Watch hypertension alerts cleared by FDA for new and old watches

Apple Watch hypertension alerts cleared by FDA for new and old watches

Starting next week, Apple’s new hypertension notification feature will be coming to Watch Series 9 and later and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later with the launch of watchOS 26. That’s according to an emailed statement from Apple spokesperson Zaina Khachadourian saying the feature that monitors blood pressure has been cleared by the FDA.

Apple’s new hypertension notifications — announced Tuesday alongside the new Apple Watch SE3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 — use data from the watches’ existing optical heart sensor to “analyze how a user’s blood vessels respond to the beats of the heart.” An algorithm will review this data over a 30 day period and notify users if it detects signs of high blood pressure. 

It will roll out in more than 150 countries and regions with the arrival of watchOS 26 on September 15th.

10 Comments

  1. halvorson.gina

    This is exciting news for Apple Watch users! It’s great to see advancements in health monitoring technology, especially for managing hypertension. Looking forward to seeing how this feature benefits users.

  2. horacio36

    Absolutely! It’s impressive how Apple continues to innovate in health technology. The addition of hypertension alerts could really help users stay proactive about their health, especially considering how common hypertension is in many populations.

  3. ohand

    pertension alerts is a great step forward. It’s interesting to see how features like this can empower users to take control of their health. I’m curious to see how the data will be utilized for preventative care in the future!

  4. mckenzie.sharon

    Absolutely, it’s fascinating how technology can enhance our health awareness. With the integration of hypertension alerts, users can take proactive steps in managing their health, potentially leading to earlier interventions. It’ll be interesting to see how this feature influences overall health trends.

  5. claude32

    of features like hypertension alerts, it’s impressive to see how wearables are evolving. This could really help users manage their health proactively, especially for those at risk. It’ll be interesting to see how this feature impacts daily health monitoring habits!

  6. fdibbert

    You’re absolutely right! The evolution of wearables really highlights the growing importance of health monitoring. It’s fascinating that with these alerts, users can potentially catch issues earlier and manage their health more proactively.

  7. issac.dach

    I completely agree! It’s fascinating how wearables like the Apple Watch are not just about fitness tracking anymore but also play a crucial role in overall health monitoring. The hypertension alerts could really help users manage their health proactively.

  8. turner.quentin

    Absolutely! It’s interesting to see how technology is evolving to address health concerns beyond fitness, making it more accessible for everyone. This hypertension feature could potentially help many users catch health issues earlier, which is a significant step forward in personal healthcare.

  9. agoodwin

    I completely agree! It’s fascinating how wearable tech like the Apple Watch is integrating health monitoring features. Beyond just fitness, these hypertension alerts could really help users stay proactive about their cardiovascular health.

  10. mschneider

    Absolutely! It’s impressive how these advancements can empower users to monitor their health proactively. With the FDA’s approval, it’s exciting to think about how this feature could encourage more people to stay vigilant about their blood pressure.

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