It's not often that Apple responds to criticism. Even in cases like its disastrous AI news alerts, it preferred to quickly and quietly roll out an update. But the Cupertino tech giant has come out with a public statement in response to fears about the safety of Apple Watch bands triggered by a scathing report and a class action lawsuit.

A class action lawsuit filed against Apple this week in a California federal court accuses the company of false advertising and violating

Apple has made headlines for supposedly increasing the risk of cancer in its consumers. Apple is currently facing legal action for allegedly exposing consumers to dangerous chemicals that might lead to cancer and other serious health issues.

A recent study found that some smartwatch bands contain perfluorohexanoic acid, one of the “forever chemicals” that is suspected of contributing to health issues. But these chemicals, also called PFAS,

Bands used for smart watches and fitness trackers contain a synthetic rubber made with PFAS — also known as “ forever chemicals ” — and researchers are warning that these may be absorbed into the skin.

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Apple, alleging that some Apple Watch wristbands contain potentially hazardous levels of harmful chemicals.

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Apple over the use of fluoroelastomer in several Apple Watch bands, saying the company is hiding how it is using dangerous chemicals.

Apple is facing a lawsuit over 'forever chemicals' in its Apple Watch bands, but the company claims its bands are safe.