Apple has filed applications with the US Patent and Trademark agency for ways of weaving technology into fabrics for use in garments or wristbands , according to recently published papers . Originally filed in March , the documents explore fabric which has sensors or sensors embedded into it at the manufacturing stage , a patented weaving device used alongside specially designed packages and a touch - sensitive textile which could also detect application of force . Apple is set to announce a new version of its product next month .
Apple has filed applications with the US Patent and Trademark Office for ways of weaving technology into fabrics for use in garments or wristbands, according to recently published papers. Originally filed in March, the documents explore fabric which has sensors or components embedded into it at the production stage, a customised weaving process used alongside specially designed packages and a touch-sensitive textile which could also detect levels of force. Apple is set to announce a new version of its smartwatch next month.