Pixel Watch 3 Gets Fda Approval to Alert You if You’re Dying
The US Food and Drug Administration has given Google regulatory approval to activate its Loss of Pulse Detection feature in the Pixel Watch 3, which can detect impending death due to a stopped heart. This feature requires sensors that measure heart rate once per second, taking readings that are quick but sometimes insecurely secure if readjusted. Google's release of this feature is subject to strict guidelines set by regulatory bodies.
- The integration of advanced health monitoring capabilities in consumer wearables has significant implications for the healthcare industry as a whole, forcing manufacturers and policymakers to confront questions about liability, data sharing, and public trust.
- As wearable technology becomes increasingly sophisticated, how will we ensure that devices prioritize user safety over profit and convenience?