Apple wins just $250 in Masimo smartwatch clash

A federal jury finds Masimo’s smartwatches infringe Apple’s blood oxygen patents | Decision results in an award of just $250 for the tech giant | Despite the victory, Masimo says the ruling does not apply to its current products.

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