Apple may require more time to incorporate non-invasive blood glucose monitoring feature into the Apple Watch

In the latest issue of his “Power On” column, Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman has revealed that Apple has made significant progress in developing non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technology, which would allow people with diabetes to measure their blood sugar levels without having to prick their skin for blood. However, despite the progress made, Gurman believes that Apple may need more time to prepare before the technology can become a commercially viable product.

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Back in February of this year, Gurman reported that Apple was testing a non-invasive blood glucose monitoring feature for its Apple Watch, using laser technology to measure blood glucose levels under the skin. However, given the complexity of the hardware required to make this feature a reality, it may still take some time before it can be implemented on a widespread basis. Gurman’s report suggests that Apple will need to improve its current algorithm and sensor component designs, and may require an additional 3-7 years to develop the hardware necessary to shrink the technology down to fit within the confines of the Apple Watch.

Blood glucose monitoring would provide people with diabetes with valuable insights into their health status, help prevent complications, and make it easier to manage their daily routines. Currently, about 10% of the US population suffers from diabetes, and monitoring blood glucose levels typically requires skin punctures to draw blood. Therefore, there is the significant market potential for companies looking to create simpler, non-invasive blood glucose monitoring solutions worth billions of dollars.