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The Star
4 hours ago
- Health
- The Star
Samsung is building a hub for patients to share data with doctors
Samsung Electronics Co. plans to develop a hub for users to share health data directly with doctors in between visits, stepping up competition in the technology-driven health care race. During appointments, doctors often share recommendations or fitness suggestions – but it's not always easy to remember the guidance. In an interview, Samsung health executive Dr. Hon Pak said the company is working on tools to cut down that disconnect, port data collected on watches into a central location and nudge users to stay on top of goals provided by doctors. "There are a lot of innovations out there but it's siloed,' Pak said. "We think there's a responsibility and a potential for bringing the experience into an ecosystem so that the users have a more simple experience rather than having 10 different apps to manage your condition.' That new hub won't launch for a while, but the company on Monday announced new features for its smartwatches. The enhancements, coming as part of a One UI 8 software update, will include tools for measuring antioxidant levels and vascular load as well as a running coach and sleep management upgrades. The features will be available on last year's Samsung Galaxy Watch models, and the bedtime coach tool will come to the Galaxy Watch 5 and more recent devices. They will launch as part of a beta program this month in the US and South Korea. To check antioxidant levels on a new-generation Samsung watch, users will be able to press their finger tip against the sensors on the device's back. If needed, the feature can then share suggested nutritional changes – such as eating antioxidant-rich foods like berries – to improve readings. The vascular load feature measures pulse waves while the user sleeps to determine how much pressure they're putting on their arteries. The aim is to better identify the risk for a stroke and other cardiovascular issues. The new running feature helps people train for races after analysing baseline running performance. There's also an enhancement that suggests to a user when they should go to sleep based on data it has analysed over the past several days. Smartwatches, which were originally intended as companion devices for viewing smartphone notifications and using apps, are increasingly blurring the lines with sports watches and in some cases medical-grade wearables. Other brands, including Apple Inc., Garmin Ltd. and Alphabet Inc.'s Google, have made strides in measuring heart conditions and sleep. The shift toward putting more health features in wearables dovetails with other trends, Pak said, including increases in chronic diseases, workforce shortages and rising health care costs. That has led to more people seeking care from home. "The burden is now on the patients and the families that have to provide that care,' he said. "So with that, we have to be in the home.' Samsung has about 68 million monthly active customers using its health platform, Pak said. More health sensors will come to Samsung devices in the future, including earbuds, he said. The South Korea-based technology giant remains at work on features related to blood pressure tracking – without a cuff for calibration – and non-invasive glucose tracking. But those enhancements remain years away. – Bloomberg
Phone Arena
10 hours ago
- Phone Arena
This new software update may have left this particular Galaxy Watch model behind
The Galaxy Watch 4 may be nearing the end of its software journey. Samsung has just launched the One UI 8 Watch beta based on Wear OS 6, but this latest update comes with a small catch that might mean a lot for owners of its older smartwatches. In a beta rollout notice shared on Samsung's official forums, the company notes that only users with the Galaxy Watch 5 or newer models are eligible to join the program. While Samsung didn't come out and say that the Watch 4 won't get the new One UI 8 Watch software, the absence of the 2021 model from the list speaks volumes. The Galaxy Watch 4 was Samsung's first smartwatch to switch from Tizen to the revamped Wear OS platform, launching in August 2021. It helped mark a major turning point for Android-based wearables. But that same August date now seems to work against it. Samsung's unofficial update policy for smartwatches has typically included about three years of major support. That puts the Watch 4 on a tight deadline before it ages out — and Wear OS 6 may not arrive in time. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Series went on sale nationwide in August 2021. | Image credit — Samsung To be clear, Samsung's official three-year promise originally applied to its older Tizen-based wearables, not necessarily to newer Wear OS models. That gives the company some wiggle room, though history suggests the clock is ticking. The Galaxy Watch 3, for example, received its final update in late 2023, just three years after launch. The Watch 4 last received an update in May 2025. As for what this means in practice, there's still a chance that smaller updates or security patches could arrive later. But based on the way the One UI 8 Watch rollout is being handled, it seems unlikely that major updates are still planned for the Galaxy Watch 4. It's not exactly unexpected. Devices with limited hardware typically fall off the update roadmap once new features outgrow the older chipsets. Samsung isn't alone in this — both Google's and Apple's smartwatches also follow similar lifespans. Apple generally supports its Apple Watches with software updates and hardware repairs for a minimum of five years from when the product was last sold, which can sometimes bring the support window up to seven years. That said, it would have been nice to see Samsung officially confirm its plans, especially for customers who bought the Watch 4 expecting long-term support. On the flip side, those still using the device can take some comfort in knowing it had a strong run, and the wearable space continues to evolve quickly.
Business Times
11 hours ago
- Health
- Business Times
Samsung is building a hub for patients to share data with doctors
[NEW YORK] Samsung Electronics plans to develop a hub for users to share health data directly with doctors in between visits, stepping up competition in the technology-driven healthcare race. During appointments, doctors often share recommendations or fitness suggestions – but it's not always easy to remember the guidance. In an interview, Samsung health executive Dr Hon Pak said the company is working on tools to cut down that disconnect, port data collected on watches into a central location and nudge users to stay on top of goals provided by doctors. 'There are a lot of innovations out there but it's siloed,' Pak said. 'We think there's a responsibility and a potential for bringing the experience into an ecosystem so that the users have a more simple experience rather than having 10 different apps to manage your condition.' That new hub will not launch for a while, but the company on Monday (Jun 16) announced new features for its smartwatches. The enhancements, coming as part of a One UI 8 software update, will include tools for measuring antioxidant levels and vascular load as well as a running coach and sleep management upgrades. The features will be available on last year's Samsung Galaxy Watch models, and the bedtime coach tool will come to the Galaxy Watch 5 and more recent devices. They will launch as part of a beta programme this month in the US and South Korea. To check antioxidant levels on a new-generation Samsung watch, users will be able to press their fingertips against the sensors on the device's back. If needed, the feature can then share suggested nutritional changes – such as eating antioxidant-rich foods such as berries – to improve readings. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up The vascular load feature measures pulse waves while the user sleeps to determine how much pressure they are putting on their arteries. The aim is to better identify the risk for a stroke and other cardiovascular issues. The new running feature helps people train for races after analysing baseline running performance. There's also an enhancement that suggests to a user when they should go to sleep based on data it has analysed over the past several days. Smartwatches, which were originally intended as companion devices for viewing smartphone notifications and using apps, are increasingly blurring the lines with sports watches and in some cases medical-grade wearables. Other brands, including Apple, Garmin and Alphabet's Google, have made strides in measuring heart conditions and sleep. The shift towards putting more health features in wearables dovetails with other trends, Pak said, including increases in chronic diseases, workforce shortages and rising healthcare costs. That has led to more people seeking care from home. 'The burden is now on the patients and the families that have to provide that care,' he said. 'So with that, we have to be in the home.' Samsung has about 68 million monthly active customers using its health platform, Pak said. More health sensors will come to Samsung devices in the future, including earbuds, he added. The South Korea-based technology giant remains at work on features related to blood pressure tracking – without a cuff for calibration – and non-invasive glucose tracking. But those enhancements remain years away. BLOOMBERG
Mint
17 hours ago
- Health
- Mint
Samsung unveils One UI 8 watch with new health features for sleep, heart and fitness
Samsung has introduced a range of new health-tracking tools in its upcoming One UI 8 Watch software, aimed at helping users develop better daily habits through enhanced monitoring of sleep, heart health, fitness, and nutrition. The update, which will be available through a limited beta programme, brings several new features to Galaxy Watch models — including Bedtime Guidance, Vascular Load monitoring, a Running Coach, and an Antioxidant Index tool. A central addition is Bedtime Guidance, a feature designed to suggest an optimal bedtime for users based on recent sleep patterns and lifestyle habits. By assessing data from the past three nights, it evaluates factors like sleep pressure and circadian rhythm to recommend a schedule aimed at improving daytime alertness. The feature also attempts to support users recovering from inconsistent sleep routines by offering personalised suggestions and reminders. The update also introduces Vascular Load, a tool that measures the amount of stress on the vascular system during sleep. Assessing whether the natural overnight reduction in stress is occurring as expected offers insights into cardiovascular health. The feature highlights how irregularities may reflect broader lifestyle issues, such as poor sleep quality or high stress. For those interested in fitness, the Running Coach creates customised training plans for events ranging from 5Ks to full marathons. After a 12-minute assessment run, users receive a performance score and are placed on a tailored training path. The system adjusts over time based on the user's progress, encouraging consistency while aiming to reduce injury risks. Nutrition and healthy ageing are addressed through the Antioxidant Index, which measures carotenoid levels in the skin using a light-based sensor. Carotenoids, found in foods like carrots and leafy greens, act as antioxidants and are associated with slower cellular ageing. The reading takes just five seconds and is intended to provide feedback on recent dietary choices. According to Samsung, the overall aim is to support the development of long-term habits rather than provide instant results. The features are intended for general wellness and not for clinical diagnosis or treatment. For example, while the sleep functions can suggest patterns and detect possible signs of sleep apnoea, they are not a substitute for medical advice. The One UI 8 Watch beta will be accessible to selected users in South Korea and the United States, specifically those using the Galaxy Watch5 series or newer. Some features, like the Vascular Load and Antioxidant Index, will remain in testing (as Labs features) until wider rollout is considered.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
The Par-Fect Deal: Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Golf Edition Is Now 42% Off
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 Golf Edition is now available at a massive discount, bringing its price down by 42%. This stylish 40mm pairs a sleek grey bezel with a two-tone band and exclusive golf-themed watch face. Beyond looks, it's packed with premium features for fitness, health, and on-course performance, including Smart Caddie tools and GPS tracking, and it's all wrapped in a durable, lightweight design. Whether you're a dedicated golfer, an Android user looking for a reliable smartwatch, or someone and wellness, this wearable delivers across the board. It auto-tracks your workouts, offers advanced sleep coaching, and even delivers body composition analysis right from your wrist. Plus, its intuitive layout and crisp AMOLED screen make navigating apps and stats feel seamless. As noted in her , 'Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 improves on a winning formula with a more durable design and longer battery life than its predecessors, making it the best Android-compatible smartwatch on the market.' With an 'Excellent' rating and the Editors' Choice award, this smartwatch features a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED display shielded by sapphire crystal for enhanced scratch resistance. Its improved BioActive Sensor provides more accurate heart rate tracking by resting closer to your skin. You can also utilize the watch's built-in BIA tool to check body fat, muscle mass, and more on demand. For golfers, Smart Caddie offers pin direction, shot distances, and voice guidance as you play. With fast-charging support and a battery that lasts up to 50 hours, this watch is built to go the distance, whether you're hitting the gym, the green, or just trying to close your rings. Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Sports Band) for $329.00 (List Price $399.00) Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Bluetooth, 40mm, Cream) for $209.00 (List Price $299.99) Amazfit Active 42mm Smartwatch With 14 Days Battery Life for $84.99 (List Price $109.99) Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black, Obsidian Band) for $299.99 (List Price $349.99) Garmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch (Black) for $199.99 (List Price $249.99) More Smartwatch Deals on More Smartwatch Deals on More Smartwatch Deals on
