Google Pixel Watch 3's Potentially Life-Saving Pulse Detection Feature Finally Gets Cleared for Launch
The Google Pixel Watch 3 has received FDA clearance for its Loss of Pulse Detection feature, a game-changing health feature that can detect when your heart stops beating and alert emergency services. This feature, which has been available in the UK and other countries since 2024, will now be rolled out to US users at the end of March. The feature uses advanced sensors, AI, and signal-processing algorithms to track heart rate monitoring and metrics.
- The widespread adoption of smartwatches with loss of pulse detection features could revolutionize emergency response times, but it also raises questions about data privacy and security.
- As this technology becomes more prevalent, how will we balance the potential for improved health outcomes with concerns around surveillance and control over personal health data?