Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the availability of the One UI 8 Watch update[1] for the Galaxy Watch Ultra, unlocking the motivational health features and refined, intuitive interface unveiled with the new Galaxy Watch8 series to a wider Galaxy users. With the update, Galaxy Watch Ultra users now have access to powerful tools[2] like Running Coach — all designed to help users build healthier habits through motivational insights.

With One UI 8 Watch, the user interface is optimized to deliver essential information at a glance on a smartwatch-sized screen. Multi-Info Tiles pull everything from health metrics to weather into a customizable view, delivering the information users need, exactly when they need it. Now Bar[6] ensures that whatever users are working on is always accessible. These One UI 8 Watch features integrate seamlessly with Galaxy Watch Ultra’s robust performance and durability.

Galaxy Watch Ultra remains the ultimate wearable companion for those who love outdoor adventure, all available in four stunning titanium finishes — including the newly introduced Titanium Blue. Meanwhile, Galaxy Watch8 is designed for everyday wellness with comfort and style, while Galaxy Watch8 Classic offers timeless sophistication paired with advanced functionality. Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra in Titanium Blue will soon be globally launched.

For more details about the Galaxy Watch Ultra, visit https://www.samsung.com/ca/watches/all-watches/. .

[1] One UI 8 Watch update will be progressively rolled out to previous Galaxy Watch models. All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

[2] Availability and features may vary depending on market, model and the smartphone paired; visit https://www.samsungmobilepress.com/feature-stories/great-health-can-happen-overnight-with-galaxy-watch for details. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition. The result is for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.

[3] Running coach program is available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and require Samsung Health app (V6.30 or above). Samsung account login required. Service is only available with Galaxy Watch8 Series or later released Galaxy Watch Series. To use Running coach program, user needs to take a running level test and get a level before starting the coach program. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition or diseases. Before starting an exercise program, please consult a medical professional for advice. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[4] Vascular Load is available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and requires the Samsung Health app (V6.30 or above). Samsung account login is required. To measure vascular load, it is required to wear Galaxy Watch (Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch8 and later release Galaxy Watch series) when sleeping for at least 3 days out of recent 14 days. Vascular load monitoring is for fitness and wellness only. If you have been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease or are recovering from surgery, be sure to follow your doctor’s treatment plan. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition or diseases. This is a Labs feature that you can preview before its official launch. If you don’t want to use this feature, you can turn if off in Samsung Health settings.

[5] To measure, place the center of your finger on the sensor at the back of the Watch and hold it for 5 seconds. While Anti-oxidant index can be measured using any finger, the thumb is recommended for most accurate result. Repeat measurement if there is uneven placement of finger. Requires Samsung Account login and Samsung Health app 6.27 or later. Available on devices with Android OS 10 (Q OS) or later. AGEs is supported in Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and later released Samsung Galaxy Watch models only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition. Anti-oxidant monitoring is for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.

[6] Availability of functions supported within the apps may vary by market. Some functional widgets may require a network connection and/or Samsung Account login.

With over 25 years of experience in the medical field and now as Head of Digital Health team at Samsung Electronics, I spend a lot of time contemplating how technology can truly drive progress in healthcare, rather than being just another innovation for innovation’s sake. That’s why I’m very excited about AI as it offers new ways to address many of society’s health problems by simplifying complexity and at scale.

In our ongoing work to reimagine healthcare, Samsung is leveraging advanced AI algorithms and extensive technical expertise to develop solutions like Energy Score. This feature quantifies physical and mental energy levels through multiple health indicators including sleep, heart health and physical activity. Our vision is to include more comprehensive metrics like nutrition, mental health, and additional mobile usage patterns to provide a holistic view of users’ health status, powered by AI.

AI holds great promise for early disease prevention through analyzing patterns and behaviors, detecting abnormalities, and even predicting potential health issues. By combining our long-standing sensor innovations with AI leadership, we aim to elevate our capabilities in preventing diseases, beyond sleep apnea and expanding to cardio-metabolic conditions. In particular, blood glucose is a big area of focus for us, and Samsung has been working to develop a sensor algorithm that predicts early signs of diabetes – along with non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technology and continuous glucose monitoring-integrated nutrition coaching.

Our goal is to support proactive health management, lowering healthcare burdens on individuals, families and communities at large. I strongly believe that AI will revolutionize the digital health industry and simplify the wellness journey for everyone. As a global tech leader, Samsung is uniquely equipped to make this a reality with our mix of technology innovations and a growing ecosystem of partners.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that Galaxy Ring is introducing two new larger sizes of 14 and 15, increasing its sizing range to sizes 5 to 15[1]. Starting today, Samsung is also updating the Samsung Health app to provide advanced features that help you achieve a good night’s sleep, going beyond analyzing sleep patterns from the previous night. These updates include the Sleep environment report, Sleep time guidance, and Mindfulness tracker. With this expansion, Samsung is reaffirming its commitment to improving sleep wellness through innovative technology, ensuring more people can benefit from its innovative solutions.

Galaxy Ring, built for comfort with a lightweight fit and [2], simplifies everyday wellness with a particular emphasis on sleep. Since its global launch in July 2024, Galaxy Ring has expanded to 38 markets, including Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Korea, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Türkiye, UAE, U.K. and USA. Galaxy Ring will soon be available in 15 additional markets, including Cyprus, Czech, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mauritius, New Zealand, , Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Taiwan, Vietnam and Zambia. Galaxy Ring is available in three colours: Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold.

In addition to the Galaxy Ring expansion, new updates to the Samsung Health app will provide more personalized and comprehensive wellness capabilities[3], supporting better sleep and daily habits.

•  Together with SmartThings, Samsung Health analyzes your sleep environment, assessing factors such as temperature, humidity, air quality, and light intensity in the room. In the morning, you will receive a Sleep environment report[4] with suggestions on how to optimize the conditions of your surroundings.
• Sleep time guidance[5] suggests an optimal bedtime routine  based on unique sleep patterns, habits, and conditions. Going beyond simple sleep analysis, Samsung Health provides actionable insights for better sleep, recommending the most suitable sleep times based on a combination of your sleep quality and daily routines.
• In addition, the new Mindfulness tracker[6] empowers you to achieve a better night’s sleep. You can monitor your moods and follow Samsung Health’s guides for breathing exercises and meditations, all easily accessible within a single tracker.

New sizes of Galaxy Ring will begin to roll out for purchase starting January 22. Find your fit at home with a free sizing kit from Samsung.com or visit a nearby Samsung store.

Sleep Apnea feature is now available on Galaxy Watch in Canada

The Sleep Apnea feature[7] has obtained a Medical Device License from Health Canada and this feature is now available on the Samsung Health app. This feature, will detect signs of sleep apnea using a compatible Samsung Galaxy watch and phone. The sleep apnea feature will enable users over the age of 22 who have not been diagnosed with sleep apnea to detect signs of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) over a two-night monitoring period, a common and chronic sleep condition that often goes undiagnosed and untreated. To utilize the feature, users will be able to simply track their sleep twice for more than four hours within a ten-day period. With the sleep apnea feature, Samsung is taking the next step in its ongoing commitment to provide Galaxy users with the best possible sleep tools to improve their sleep health habits.

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[1]Availability of Galaxy Ring sizes and colors may vary by market.

[2] Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Tested with results from a pre-release version of the device under the following conditions: Sleep Tracking for 6 hours, Work Auto Detection for 1 hour and 30 minutes, and  invoking several specific events (reconnection after disconnection, Samsung Health app setting change, Find My Ring execution, gesture execution), assuming 24 hours of Ring use per day. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model, or the battery manufacturer. Typical battery capacity is 18mAH for sizes 5, 6, 7 (battery life of up to 6 days on a single charge), 19.5mAH for sizes 8, 9, 10, 11 (battery life of up to 6 days on a single charge), and 23.5mAH for sizes 12, 13 (battery life of up to 7 days on a single charge). Testing conducted by Samsung using Fast Charging USB C Cable, and Samsung 25W USB C Power Adapter. Charge time varies with settings, usage pattern and environmental factors; actual results may vary.

[3] Availability may vary by market, carrier or model. The features are intended for general wellness purposes only. Certain features may vary depending on paired devices.

[4] The feature will be available sometime  in the first half of 2025.

[5] The feature will be available sometime in the second half of 2025. Requires wearing either Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring for a minimum of three consecutive nights of sleep data tracking.

[6] Mindfulness tracker is intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition, sleep disorder, or diseases. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[7] The Sleep Apnea Feature is an over-the-counter (OTC) software-only, mobile medical application operating on a compatible Samsung Galaxy Watch and Phone. It is intended for on-demand use, to detect signs of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in the form of significant breathing disruptions over a two-night monitoring period. Not intended for use by people under 22 years or, or who have previously been diagnosed with sleep apnea, are pregnant, or have any of the following conditions: Parkinson’s, tremor, Periodic Leg Movement During Sleep, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or pulmonary fibrosis. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment, and the data provided by this feature is not intended to assist clinicians in diagnosing sleep disorders. Results displayed are for informational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. UI may vary depending on the software version, country, or region. For full terms and conditions of use, please refer to the Instructions for Use on your device.

Samsung Canada announced today the release of Galaxy Watch FE[1], a new addition to the Samsung smartwatch lineup designed to extend Samsung’s advanced and holistic wellness experience to even more users. Galaxy Watch FE now incorporates  the groundbreaking hardware performance and advanced health and fitness monitoring features[2]. This new smartwatch is ideal for those looking to begin their journey to improve their overall wellness with comprehensive insights.

“At Samsung, we strive to bring health and fitness monitoring capabilities to as many people around the world as possible, helping them to make the changes needed to improve their wellness daily and help them reach their goals,” said Junho Park, VP and Head of the Galaxy Ecosystem Product Planning Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We’re excited to add the new Galaxy Watch FE to our wearables portfolio, offering more people access to personalized health insights that empower them to be motivated and stay healthier day and night.”

Style and Durability that Powers Everyday Wellness

The Galaxy Watch FE, available in a size of 40mm, offers a refreshed look and feel based on the iconic design of the Galaxy Watch series. It comes in three colours – Black, Pink Gold and Silver – with new watch bands[3] featuring distinct blue and orange stitching, enhancing the design and providing a stylish device that complements any look. In addition, Galaxy Watch FE offers a variety of new watch faces that allow users to customize their watch, while the one-click band also makes it easy to switch the band to mix and match to meet their style. Galaxy FE features a Sapphire Crystal glass, offering durability, which can help provide users with protection against scratches during day-to-day use.

Making Every Day Healthy and Stay Motivated

Equipped with Samsung’s advanced BioActive Sensor, Galaxy Watch FE provides an array of powerful fitness and wellness functions that deliver personalized and actionable tips around the clock. To support better sleep for a good start to each day, Galaxy Watch FE offers a variety of advanced sleep features[4], from monitoring sleep patterns to sleep coaching[5] and helping to create a sleep-friendly environment[6]. Plus, users can monitor their holistic heart health with a pack of heart health monitoring features. Users can get a deeper understanding of their heart health by monitoring Blood Pressure[7] and ECG[8].

Users can track more than 100 different workouts along with their progress right from their wrist. For runners, advanced running analysis helps users not only analyze overall performance to maximize efficiency but can also provide insights and guidance to help prevent injuries and meet their goals. For an optimal running experience, Personalized Heart Rate Zone[9] helps users to set their own goals based on their physical capabilities.

Galaxy Watch FE helps users achieve their wellness goals and stay motivated. Body Composition[10] provides comprehensive body and fitness data as indicators to track progress. In addition, users can receive motivational messages throughout their wellness journey to keep improving.

Experiences Powered by the Galaxy Ecosystem[11]

As with every Galaxy Watch series, the FE offers seamless connected experiences between Samsung Galaxy devices. Users can quickly and easily locate their phone when disconnected from their Watch with Find My Phone[12]. Remotely control your connected Samsung smartphone camera with Camera Controller[13] to switch mode, change angle or zoom right from the wrist. Galaxy Watch FE supports Samsung Wallet[14], meaning users can pay for purchases as well as access identification cards such as driver’s license or student ID on their smartwatch for a truly all-in-one digital wallet.

Availability[15]

Galaxy Watch FE will be available in Canada June 26^th.

To learn more about Galaxy Watch FE, please visit:

www.samsung.com/galaxy-watch.

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[1] Availability may vary depending on market, model and the paired smartphone. All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

[2] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and/or application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician. Certain features may vary by market, carrier, or the paired device.

[3] Sold separately. Availability of watch bands may vary by market or carrier.

[4] Sleep features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.

[5] Requires sleep data of at least 7 days, including 2 days off.

[6] Available on smart devices that are registered to SmartThings. Requires the latest version of Samsung Clock and SmartThings mobile apps.

[7] For accurate blood pressure readings, a calibration is required every 4 weeks by BP monitor & arm cuff. Requires a Galaxy smartphone running Android 10.0 or above.

Availability of Blood pressure app may vary by country or region. Due to country restrictions in obtaining approval/registration as a Software as a medical device (SaMD), Blood pressure app only works on watches and smartphones purchased in the countries where service is currently available (however, service may be restricted when users travel to non-service countries). Check out https://www.samsung.com/apps/samsung-health-monitor for more information and latest update on service countries. It is not intended for use by people under 22 years old.

Users should measure their blood pressure when at rest, as they would do with a traditional cuff, and refrain from measuring when they are working out, smoking, or drinking. Blood pressure app is not intended for any diagnostic purposes regarding hypertension or other heart conditions or users under 22 years old. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional. Blood pressure app is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment.

Measured blood pressure history can be reviewed within the Samsung Health Monitor app on a paired smartphone

[8] Make sure your Galaxy Watch has been updated to the latest software version. The information gathered from your watch, the Samsung Health Monitor app, or related software is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent diseases or other conditions. The ECG feature is not intended for users under 22 years of age or with known arrhythmias, other than atrial fibrillation. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the software version, country or region.

[9]  Personalized heart rate zone settings are available on the Galaxy Watch (Galaxy Watch4 and later models with Samsung Health 6.24 or later installed). To measure the range of your heart zones, you will need to run outdoors for at least 10 minutes, at a steady pace of at least 4km/h.

[10] Body composition should not be used if you have an implanted pacemaker or other implanted medical devices, or if you are pregnant. Measurement results may not be accurate if you are under 20 years old. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only.

[11] Availability of certain apps/features may vary by market, carrier or connected device.

[12] The feature requires the user’s watch to be paired with their phone and to be signed into the same Samsung Account. Availability may vary by market and connected device.

[13] Camera Controller is supported on Galaxy Watch4 and later released Galaxy Watch models when paired with Galaxy S9 series and later. Camera Controller zoom feature is available on Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series and later released Galaxy Watch models that are paired with a Galaxy S series, Galaxy Note series and Galaxy Z series smartphone running One UI 5.1 or above with Camera Controller support.

[14] The availability of Samsung Wallet and its features may vary by market and paired smartphone.

[15] Availability may vary by market or carrier. Supported models, colours, sizes and bands may vary depending on market or carrier.

[16] Colour availability may vary by market.

[17] Measured without health sensors.

[18] Measured without band.

[19] Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

[20] Wear OS Powered by Samsung works with phones running the latest version of Android (excluding Go edition and phones without Google Play Store). Supported features may vary between platforms and markets with compatibility subject to change.

[21] LTE connectivity only available in LTE models.

[22] Galaxy Watch FE is water resistant to up to 50 meters in depth for 10 minutes under the 5ATM rating. It is not suitable for diving or high-pressure water activities. If the device or your hands are wet, they must be dried thoroughly prior to handling. Galaxy Watch FE provides ingress protection (IP68) against dust and fresh water to a maximum of 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes. Refer to user manual for further information, including care/use instructions.

[23] Device activation is only available after connecting to a smartphone that supports Google Mobile Services. Compatible devices may vary by market, carrier or device brand.

Supported models, colors, sizes and bands may vary depending on market or carrier.