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‘Handful’ of Reported Layoffs at Apple Could Mean a More Robust Health App Coming Soon

Apple's reported layoffs could signal a more robust health app on the horizon.

By · Published September 21, 2026  04:29 UTC · Updated September 21, 2026  05:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Apple's reported layoffs could signal a more robust health app on the horizon.
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Apple's Fitness+ service is not being discontinued despite rumors. A 'handful' of reported layoffs at Apple may indicate a more robust health app is coming soon. Apple Fitness+ is still available and has not been discontinued, contradicting earlier speculation.

The exact impact of the layoffs on Apple's health app is unclear. The reported layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort under Ternus. Apple's health app has been a key focus for the company, with Apple Fitness+ being a prominent service.

The reported layoffs are part of a broader effort to restructure Apple under Ternus. AppleInsider emphasizes that Apple Fitness+ is not being discontinued despite rumors. Apple Fitness+ is still available and has not been discontinued, contradicting earlier speculation.

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What is happening at Apple?

A 'handful' of reported layoffs at Apple may indicate a more robust health app is coming soon.

Who is Apple's new CEO?

John Ternus

Is Apple Fitness+ being discontinued?

No, according to AppleInsider

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