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APPLE DEFENDS WATCH BANDS AMID LAWSUIT OVER 'TOXIC' DESIGN FAIL
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Apple has defended its Watch bands' design during a lawsuit claiming they contain harmful PFAs, insisting that they are safe to wear. The lawsuit highlights the use of fluoroelastomer bands in Apple and other brands and cites research on potential health risks. While Apple has acknowledged concerns, it emphasized its rigorous safety testing and a long-term plan to remove PFAs from its materials.