Apple Watch tech gives NHL refs an edge with real-time alerts

NHL referees won't need to visually scan for a clock during Saturday's Stadium Series game — they'll feel it on their wrist.The NHL is incorporating Apple WatchThe National Hockey League (NHL) has teamed up with Apple and Presidio to introduce the NHL Watch Comms App, a real-time notification system running on Apple Watches configured specifically for on-ice officials. The technology provides haptic alerts for key in-game events like period and power play countdowns.While the software has been in use throughout the 2024-2025 season, it will debut in an outdoor setting at the upcoming Detroit Red Wings vs. Columbus Blue Jackets match at Ohio State University's football stadium. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums