Science and Technology news - Why hairy arms caused Apple so much trouble

APPLE Watch 'had sensors removed' after arm hair interfered with new features.

ISSUES: Apple had to remove sensors after hair and skin type interfered with readings [APPLE]

Apple may have ditched an array of sensors on its new smartwatch due to issues including arm hair.

A report from The Wall Street Journal has suggested that Apple wanted their watch to measure a host of bodily functions, such as blood pressure and stress levels.

But the Californian tech firm discovered problems with sensors bringing inaccurate readings.

Strap tightness, skin types and hair all had an impact and the report says that Apple decided not to include the sensors on its new watch.

Apple have extremely strict standards and although these sensors have been removed for now, they could make an appearance on future models.

Apple will launch its tech timepiece in April and the device and will be fitted with some fitness aids including heart rate monitor and activity tracking.

We're still awaiting official confirmation on a release date and UK price and will update you as soon as we have the latest news