Remember the Apple watch? Yes, it’s still for sale, and according to CNBC, Cupertino is holding super-secret meetings with insurance giant Aetna to get the watch on the wrists of millions of their customers. Over 50,000 Aetna staffers already get them as work perks, so moving onto customers seems logical. But, what’s the point if those customers are not iPhone users? That could be the real story.
Recent rumors have suggested that Apple will soon debut a new generation of the Apple Watch that will work as a stand-alone device that doesn’t need an iPhone for internet – and maybe even cell service – connectivity. If that Apple Watch does come to fruition, it could mark a massive turning point in the Apple Watch’s market – and a possible money saver for Aetna and other insurance companies.
How? Apple is said to be working on real-time blood sugar monitoring tech with the watch, which would be a huge game-changer for diabetics sick of poking themselves with needles. It could also improve their health – thereby lowering costs for Aetna. And of course, a standalone Apple Watch/phone could also be a big shift for the cell phone industry, especially for people who want minimal tech, but still want a cell phone. We could know more next month. Story:
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