One of Apple's best-selling products has been accused of exposing users to cancer in a lawsuit; what is it all about?

Apple is undoubtedly one of the biggest sellers of tech products, including Watch bands. But now, the company has suddenly come under fire for apparently exposing its users to cancer. As soon as reports of this lawsuit surfaced, panic has ensued on social media, with many users questioning the legitimacy of the lawsuit, while others are pondering the risks listed in it, that include birth defects, increased risk of prostate, kidney and testicular cancer and fertility problems, according to a Daily Mail UK report.

Apple slapped with new lawsuit around watch bands

This lawsuit stems from a recent study on 22 watch bands from various companies in the US, and surprisingly 15 of them contained harmful PFAS chemicals, exposure to which can cause serious health issues. Among these watches, some were made by Apple.

Meanwhile, Apple has been claiming that its products are manufactured using fluoroelastomer, which is a synthetic rubber that contains fluorine. Howver, the lawsuit challenges this logis, while stating that the tech giant hid the fact that the synthetic rubber actually contained PFAS within all other manufacturing materials.

Health-promoting device now a health risk?

The primary focus of this lawsuit is that Apple knowingly concealed the fact that their product contains chemicals that could expose users to cancer. Interestingly, these watch bands by Apple are usually promoted as a health-promoting devices that track your heart rates, pulse rates, steps, sleep health, and much more.

FAQs:

Does Apple manufacture watch bands?
Yes, Apple is one of the leading manufacturers and sellers of watch bands in the US, as well as across the world.

Do Apple watches cause cancer?
There are certain health risks associated with some Apple watch bands, according to a recently filed lawsuit.