• Jamie Laing drops new spoken word track, Morning People, urging the UK to ditch the snooze button and take charge of their day
• Named “Morning People”, the track blends Jamie’s signature wit with practical health & wellness tips
• New research reveals 68% say poor sleep affects their daily lives
• Commissioned by Samsung Health, the campaign calls on the nation to seize the day and achieve their wellness goals with the help of AI-powered wearable tech including the Samsung Galaxy Watch Series & Galaxy Ring
• Samsung have announced new features to help consumers set up habits to improve sleep, heart health, fitness and nutrition as part of the upcoming One UI 8 Watch, which will be available on the newest Galaxy Watch Series

Jamie Laing is urging the nation to hit snooze on snoozing via a surprise music collab aimed at energising mornings and championing wellness.

The Podcast Host, Ultramarathon Runner, and Reality TV Star has turned Motivational Speaker for the spoken word anthem which aims to transform Britain’s bleary-eyed mornings into turbocharged triumphs.

Titled “Morning People”, the track showcases a bold, synth driven battle cry for better mornings, smarter sleep, and data-driven days — complete with an inspirational animated lyric video.

Drenched in dopamine-bright visuals, the video follows an animated Jamie leaping into action with the help of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra & Galaxy Ring — from guided breathing to movement nudges and mindfulness moments. It’s wellness with a beat drop.

The new campaign encourages consumers to become more morning people, with AI-powered sleep tracking, personalised training plans and Energy Score – a daily measurement of your physical and mental energy and readiness. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Series & Galaxy Ring deliver actionable insights so users can stay on track and keep motivation high ^[1].

From “Check in with your breath, your mood, your mind” to “Use your feet / Find your rhythm ”, Jamie delivers genuine advice with warmth and charisma — all designed to help a sleep-deprived nation build better habits and wake up feeling ready to ditch the snooze button and “carpe the heck outta that diem”.

“If you can beat the morning, you can win the day” says Jamie. “That’s why I love what Samsung Health is doing — helping people understand the body and the mind, and how tech can empower you to live your best day.”

The track follows Jamie’s headline-making 150-mile ultramarathon — a feat that earned him the title of the UK’s official Morning Motivator. And now he’s using his platform to help others start their day right, with a focus on rest, recovery, and routine.

It comes following research that the average Brits only sleeps for 6 hours, with four in 10 admitting that it is stopping them from reaching their full potential.

Ever-changing temperatures (35%), overthinking past decisions (32%), and pain or discomfort (28%) topped the list as issues stopping Brits from getting their 40 winks.

It also emerged that 59% of the nation don’t class themselves as morning people as research shows nearly a third (30%) of Brits hit snooze on a weekday morning twice or more.

Half the nation revealed they feel grumpy (50%) and stressed (34%) in mornings following a rough sleep and over three-quarters (78%) believe their mental wellbeing would improve if they managed to sleep consistently well.

A third of Brits will cancel their plans following a bad night’s sleep (32%) and 33 per cent blame a lack of sleep for snapping at someone, craving junk food (23%) or making an error at work (21%).

Annika Bizon, Mobile Experience VP of Product & Marketing, Samsung UK&I, said:

“Sleep is the foundation to our approach to health, as it influences physical and mental wellbeing, yet our research reveals that many of us aren’t getting enough. That’s why we are taking action, providing innovative tools to help people understand and improve their sleep. By offering insights, coaching, and inspiration like the Morning People track, we are empowering better starts and helping the nation seize the day.”

The study commissioned by Samsung Health, ushers in a new era of wellness powered by AI.  The wearable technology including the Galaxy Watch Series & Galaxy Ring paired with Samsung Health, is designed to optimise wellness and recovery, helping users seize the day and reach their goals from the moment they wake up.

Samsung Health’s newly announced features^[2] include Bedtime Guidance^[3], to help you optimise your sleep; Vascular Load^[4], which measures stress on your vascular system while sleeping; Running Coach^[5], to help strategize your training; and Antioxidant Index^[6], to measure your carotenoids for healthy aging. All designed to help users develop healthy habits, using instant health feedback as a motivating tool.

The new features are part of the One UI 8 Watch, which will be available on the newest Galaxy Watch series.

For more information, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/uk/mobile/explore-samsung-health/ for more details.  

[1]Requires smartphone operating on Android 11 or above with Google Mobile Services and the latest version of the Samsung Health app. Samsung account login and Galaxy smartphone is required for certain AI features

[2]Samsung Health features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition or sleep disorder. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Samsung account login required. Vascular Load, Running Coach and Antioxidant Index are available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and requires the Samsung Health app (v6.30.2 or later). Vascular Load and Antioxidant index are Labs features that you can preview before its official launch. If you don’t want to use these experimental features, you can turn them off in Samsung Health settings.

[3]Bedtime guidance is available on Android phone (Android 11 and above) requires Samsung Health app (v6.30.2 or later). It is based on 3 days of sleep analysis of user’s circadian rhythm and sleep pressure.

[4]Service only available with Galaxy Watch Ultra or later released Galaxy Watch Series. To measure vascular load, it is required to wear Galaxy Watch when sleeping for at least 3 days out of recent 14 days.

[5]Service only available with Galaxy Watch Ultra 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.

[6]Service only available with Galaxy Watch Ultra or later released Galaxy Watch Series. To measure, place the centre 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 the most accurate result. Repeat measurement due to uneven skin texture may lead to inaccurate results.

Clock Changes Takes a Toll on Sleep, With Younger Generations Most Disrupted

When looking into how much of an impact the clock change has on people the morning after, one thing is clear: everyone’s sleep patterns are affected. In fact, people fall asleep on average 37 minutes later than the previous night, and wake up 34 minutes earlier. While losing sleep isn’t easy at any age, those in their twenties likely felt it the most, losing half-an-hour more than everyone else thanks to an extremely late bedtime and a seeming inability to sleep in.

Sleep patterns remained inconsistent in the days following the time change as people struggled to return to their regular bedtimes and wake times, and those in their twenties again seemed to be affected the most. Unable to get their sleep patterns under control, this cohort continued to fall sleep more than 20 minutes later than normal, yet woke up only 5 minutes later – missing critical rest. By the third week, sleep patterns for all age groups were still not back to normal, with bedtimes 3 minutes later and wake up times still 14 minutes earlier than average.

Sleep Score – calculated based on an evaluation of a user’s total sleep time, time awake, sleep cycle, plus physical and mental recovery – was at the worst level for weeks after – and again, people in their twenties appeared to be most affected. When looking at the seven-day Sleep Score average, the twenties age group demonstrated the slowest score recovery rate, while older age groups adapted much quicker.

Useful Tips to Help You Recover for a Good Night’s Sleep

The time transition clearly affects the sleep patterns of all age groups long after the clocks change, but for younger generations, prioritising sleep management during this time couldn’t be more important. Sleep is essential for rest and repair of our body, as well as good physical and mental health^[2].

In recognition of the clock changes, Sleep scientist and Samsung Wellness Council member, Vanessa Hill, shares useful tips in collaboration with Samsung Health on how to harness technology to understand your sleep patterns and habits for a better night’s rest as the clocks change.

Creating an ideal sleep environment is critical to a good night’s sleep.

Later this month, a Samsung Health app update^[3] will make this possible by receiving insights into the key factors that influence sleep quality, including temperature, humidity, air quality and light intensity via a Sleep environment report^[4] – leveraging Samsung’s home-based technology and the power of its extensive device ecosystem. With a better understanding of how your environment affects sleep, you can easily optimise your room conditions for an improved night’s rest.

In addition to perfecting your sleep environment, understanding how activity levels can impact sleep quality is key.

Samsung Health updates also bring enhancements to Energy Score, which provides an indicator of how much energy users can expend throughout the day. In addition to sleep and heart rate, a new detailed factor about activity – Activity Balance – will help you understand overall conditions in greater detail by evaluating the consistency of activity levels based on recent data from the past 2 weeks.

It can be helpful to understand how you’re sleeping and then make necessary adjustments through sleep coaching.

Sleep Coaching^[5] makes this simple by seamlessly tracking your sleep patterns over 7 days and assigning a sleep animal based on the results. With a personally tailored coaching program, develop healthy habits and routines that set you on a positive path to achieving your sleep goals.

[1] Findings analysed sleep data of Samsung Health users via Galaxy Watch series and Galaxy Ring during DST in the spring of 2024.

[2] https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/sleep/

[3] Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition. Certain features may vary by market, carrier or paired device.

[4] Sleep Environment report feature will be available on smartphone with One UI 7 and Samsung Health app version 6.29.5 or later.

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

LONDON, U.K. – Jan. 13, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that Galaxy Ring is introducing two new larger sizes of 14 and 15, to now range from sizes 5 to 15^[1], and will soon be available in 15 additional markets starting in February ^[2], bringing the total to 53 markets. Starting today, Samsung is also updating the Samsung Health app^[3] to provide advanced features that help you take steps to improve your night’s sleep, going beyond analysing 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 helping customers improve how they approach sleep through innovative technology, ensuring more people can benefit from its cutting-edge solutions.

Galaxy Ring, built for comfort with a lightweight fit and extended battery life, 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, Turkey, 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, Philippines, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Taiwan, Vietnam and Zambia. Also, it will be offered in eleven sizes, ranging from 5 to15, including the two newly added larger options and 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 personalised and comprehensive health capabilities^[4]., supporting optimal sleep and goals for a healthier daily life.

Sleep time guidance^[5] suggests optimal bedtime tailored to unique sleep patterns, habits, and conditions. Going beyond 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.

The new Mindfulness tracker^[6] empowers you to improve your mental health and 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 perfect fit at home with a free sizing kit when you order a Galaxy Ring from Samsung.com/uk/ or visit a nearby Samsung store.

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

[2] The feature will be available 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.

[3] Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition. Certain features may vary by market, carrier or paired device.

[4] Availability may vary by market, carrier or model.

[5] The feature will be available 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] Samsung Health Mindfulness tracker is intended for general wellness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition. 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 paired device.

Tasking Fearne to do a Christmas shop, tracking her energy score using the Galaxy Ring to see how getting on top of the Christmas list can help your wellness this festive season.

LONDON, UK – 12th December 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd – Fearne Cotton, broadcaster, author and Samsung Ambassador, takes on a Christmas challenge to uncover the surprising ways festive shopping can contribute to improving your wellness.

For many, the holidays can be a stressful balancing act – from finding the right gifts, to deciding whether to brave the busy shopping crowds, to keeping your wellness routine in check.

With a quarter of Brits wanting to prioritise their wellness this Christmas (25%), Fearne shows how a festive shopping trip can clock up more steps than the average 5K run and tick off the to-do list whilst you’re at it.

Tasked with buying gifts for her nearest and dearest, Fearne raced against the clock to tick off her shopping list, armed with the Galaxy Ring. Racking up an impressive 8,356 steps in under 2 hours, Fearne demonstrates how Christmas shopping can help you reach your wellness goal without too much intent.

With a high energy score of 80, tracked via the Samsung Health app, Fearne proves that even amidst holiday stress, staying active is achievable.

Encouraging the nation to focus on their well-being this Christmas, Fearne Cotton said: “Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year – I love how magical it is for the kids – but it can be stressful and my routine can really take a hit. From hitting the shops to decorating the tree, there are plenty of ways to still stay healthy and make time for relaxation.

Some of the things I do to manage stress and keep on top of wellness this time of year include: 

• Getting my sleep – I really try to make sure I’m getting a good night’s rest. 
• Go outside – Whether I’m popping out for a walk or just stepping outside to clear my head, it’s such a great way to reset. Over Christmas it’s the perfect excuse to get the kids out of the house too. We all need a bit of space.
• Accept that routines change – I know it might be harder to get out for a run this time of year and I just accept that. Instead, I try and pick a couple of things I want to do a day and that’s it, I don’t beat myself up about it. 
• Take it easy on yourself – Being in charge of Christmas is a lot of pressure. I try and remind myself Christmas will be fun no matter what happens. 

“I recently started tracking my energy levels, activity, and sleep with the Galaxy Ring which has helped keep me accountable with my wellness, especially in the Christmas hustle.  Remember, the holidays should be a time to enjoy yourself, so it’s important not to feel guilty if you’re not dedicating as much time to your usual routines, as chances are the Christmas to-do list is keeping you active!”

Research reveals that Brits find Christmas shopping a daunting task with almost two-thirds (65%) feeling the pressure of finding the right gift, 40% wanting to avoid queues and 26% in fear of pushy crowds.

So, it’s no surprise that over half (57%) of people find Christmas the most stressful time of the year. Despite this, wellness is still top of mind with many wanting to stay active and eat healthy (31%) and get a proper night’s sleep (30%).

Annika Bizon, Director of Marketing, Omnichannel & Head of Ireland – MX Division, Samsung UK explains: “We can put a lot of pressure on ourselves at Christmas time. From pleasing everyone around us to wanting the festivities to run seamlessly, it’s easy to feel like your wellness has become a second priority. With the help of technology like the Galaxy Ring, we can keep track of how active we’re being, even during the Christmas shop, and feel reassured that we’re meeting wellness goals.”

The Samsung Galaxy Ring has three built-in sensors that monitor your health around the clock, from heart rate to sleep patterns to activity levels, and uses Galaxy AI to analyse the data and provide personalised tips for improving your wellness*. Designed with a lightweight, water-resistant, titanium frame and sleek, concave design that’s comfortable for easy wear.

Find out how the Samsung Galaxy Ring can help you keep on top of your wellness: https://www.samsung.com/uk/rings/galaxy-ring/galaxy-ring-titanium-black-size-5-sm-q505nzkaeub/

The UK’s top 10 Christmas stressors revealed:

1. Crowded stores and long queues
2. Finding the perfect gift
3. Feeling like there is too much to do
4. Wrapping piles of gifts
5. Last-minute shopping panic
6. Cooking for large groups of people
7. Pressure to attend social events
8. Dealing with difficult family members
9. Trying not to overindulge
10. Falling out of a routine

Research carried out by OnePoll on behalf of Samsung, 25th – 28th November 2024, 2000 respondents, UK adults who celebrate Christmas

*For Samsung Health AI features, the health data tracked from Samsung Galaxy Ring must be synchronised with the Samsung Health app. Needs at least the previous day’s activity and sleep data, and heart rate data during sleep. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition. Galaxy Ring must be paired with a smartphone with Android 11.0 or above and minimum 1.5GB Memory. Galaxy Wearable app, Samsung Health app (v6.27 or above) and Samsung account login are required. Service availability may vary by country or region.

Additional stats:

• Brits turn to planning (41%), budgeting (35%) and getting ahead of schedule (25%) to combat festive stresses.
• 33% say they have lost sleep due to worrying about everything they need to get done during December.
• A third prefer to get their present shopping done well in advance, one in 20 admit they leave it to the last minute.
• 30% aim to stick to a set festive budget (29%).
• 21% prefer to shop in person and a quarter would rather buy their gifts online.
• Six in 10 of those who shop in person (62%) like to see and touch their products before they buy them.
• 36% shop in person because they enjoy the festive atmosphere.

On Samsung.com, from 4^th-22^nd December, customers can claim up to £250 on selected mobile products, and up to a whopping £500 on selected home electronics. With the festive shopping season well underway, it’s the perfect time to make the most of exciting offers to give the gift of technology this Christmas.

A selection of top mobile offers^[1] include

• Claim £250 cashback when you buy the Galaxy Z Flip6 or Z Fold6
• Claim £200 cashback when you buy from the Galaxy S24 series
• Claim £180 cashback when you buy a Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
• Claim £100 cashback when you buy the Galaxy Watch Ultra
• Claim £75 cashback when you buy the Galaxy Ring
• Claim £70 cashback when you buy the Galaxy Buds3 Pro

And claim cashback on products for your home^[2]:

• Up to £500 cashback when you buy selected fridge freezers
• Up to £400 cashback when you buy a selected Soundbar
• Up to £300 cashback or get a soundbar on us when you buy selected TVs^[3]
• Up to £300 cashback when you buy selected built-in cooking appliances
• Up to £250 cashback when you buy selected vacuum cleaners
• Up to £150 cashback when you buy selected dishwashers
• Up to £100 cashback when you buy selected laundry appliances
• Get a pair of Galaxy Buds on us when you buy any Bespoke Jet vacuum cleaner^[4]

Customers can also save up to 25% on selected monitors with the code XMASMON.^[5] To explore more on the range of exciting offers, visit: https://www.samsung.com/uk/monitors/all-monitors/?voucher-codes

Claiming the cashback is simple:

1. Buy your product: Purchase one or more from our selected range between 04/12/24 – 22/12/24
2. Claim your cashback: Click on the ‘Claim now’ button below, then upload your proof of purchase and any other required information. Remember, claims must be made within 45 days of purchase.
3. Receive your validation email: Once our team has reviewed and validated your claim, you’ll get a confirmation email.
4. Enjoy your cashback: You’ll get your cashback paid into your specified bank account within 45 days of validation.

Full terms and conditions apply. Visit https://samsungoffers.claims/samsungcashback2024 for more details.

[1] Purchase from samsung.com by 22/12/24. Sim–Free purchases only. Claim from Samsung within 30 days. Purchased Product only to be used to claim in one promotion run by the Promoter (except for Galaxy A55 or A35 which can also be used to claim a free Galaxy Fit 3 in the Awesome Autumn promotion run by the Promoter). Other exclusions may apply at point of purchase. To claim, and for full T&Cs, see https://samsungoffers.claims/samsungcashback2024

[2] Purchase from Samsung.com/uk by 22.12.24. Claim from Samsung within 30 days.  Purchased Product only to be used to claim in one promotion run by the Promoter. Participants who claim a Soundbar (if applicable) at the point of purchase under a separate promotion run by the Promoter are not eligible to claim cashback. To claim, and for full T&Cs, see https://samsungoffers.claims/samsungcashback2024   

[3] Purchase from Samsung.com/uk by 22.12.24. Free item automatically added at checkout. While stocks last  Participants who decide to claim a Soundbar at the point of purchase are not eligible to claim cashback under the above cashback promotion or any other promotion run by the Promoter.

[4] Purchase from samsung.com/uk by 17/12/24. Free Buds3 Pro automatically added at basket. Colour selected at random and might vary from pictures displayed. While stocks last.

[5] Purchase from samsung.com/uk by 22/12/24. Enter code at checkout. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.

The smallest and most compact form factor in the Galaxy wearable portfolio, the Galaxy Ring fits comfortably on users’ fingers like a traditional ring. Equipped with cutting-edge sensors and Galaxy AI features, the Galaxy Ring offers a powerful health management experience.

Samsung Newsroom sat down with Sungjin Kim and Yujin Roh from the Wearable Product Planning Group, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics, to learn how the Galaxy Ring came to be.

Ultra-Compact Form Factor Optimised for 24/7 Health Monitoring

Q. What inspired the creation of the Galaxy Ring, a completely new addition to Samsung’s wearable lineup?

Kim: We’ve been exploring new opportunities in the wearable market with a particular focus on the rapidly growing field of health management. This led us to look for the optimal form factor to provide more accurate, uninterrupted health data for personalised health solutions. After evaluating various form factors, we settled on the ring — a user-friendly, small and lightweight shape that can be worn 24/7.

▲ Sungjin Kim

Q. What key health management benefits does the Galaxy Ring offer?

Roh: Sleep is the foundation of health. The Galaxy Ring is comfortable enough to wear while sleeping and can last up to a week on a single charge,[1] making it ideal for collecting detailed and in-depth sleep data. A powerful sleep AI algorithm provides advanced sleep insights to help users better understand and improve their sleep. Furthermore, Energy Score analyses sleep quality, activity levels, sleeping heart rate and sleeping heart rate variability data to deliver a daily health index to users.

▲ Yujin Roh

Q. What factors were considered during the design process?

Kim: To maximise the advantages of the ring form, we examined the historical and biological significance of rings before incorporating these insights into the product. For example, we adopted a simple yet modern concave style to enhance the Galaxy Ring’s value as an everyday accessory. Moreover, the charging case and packaging have clamshell designs reminiscent of a jewelry box — elevating the quality of the product down to the finest details that users touch.

▲ Packaging and charging case for the Galaxy Ring

The Quest for an Effortless User Experience

Q. What was your primary focus during the planning process?

Kim: Since our main focus was to provide users with meaningful health insights, we engaged in extensive discussions with the Digital Health Team and other relevant departments. One notable outcome of these collaborations is the introduction of Energy Score on Samsung Health. In addition, users can receive personalised health insights powered by Galaxy AI to help them reach their health goals. This innovation marks a new step in active and autonomous health management, moving beyond mere monitoring to offer users valuable insights and guidance for healthier lifestyles.

▲ The Galaxy Ring features a heart rate sensor, accelerometer and skin temperature sensor.

Roh: Comfort and aesthetics were also key priorities for us. Users were pleasantly surprised by how light the wearable is. During the planning phase, we conducted extensive research to ensure lightweight comfort. In addition, we carefully selected colours that complement a wide range of styles.

▲ The Galaxy Ring is available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver and Titanium Gold.

Q. What was the biggest challenge in designing the Galaxy Ring?

Roh: Designing and implementing gestures was particularly challenging. To create a connected Galaxy ecosystem, we considered various user scenarios to ensure the product would be practical and convenient for everyone. As a result, we introduced the alarm turnoff feature — allowing users to dismiss the wake-up alarm on their Galaxy smartphone with a double-pinch gesture on the Galaxy Ring. This same movement can also control the Galaxy smartphone’s camera, maximising connectivity between devices.

Q. What has been the most memorable feedback since the Galaxy Ring launched?

Kim: Unlike our previous products, we released teasers for the Galaxy Ring before its launch to attract attention. I vividly remember how excitement for the wearable exploded beyond our expectations when the product was revealed. This surge in interest energised everyone working on the product, fueling our passion during the final stretch of the launch. I’m proud to say that every single member of the team worked hard to perfect the device.

Roh: The consumer feedback that pleased me the most was, “I love how it gives me such thorough health information, from sleep to exercise, when all I did was wear it.” We frequently hear that the product is so comfortable that users forget they have it on. This makes us proud as it shows that our focus during the planning stage paid off. We’re grateful that users recognised our efforts in creating a premium experience — from the Galaxy Ring’s aesthetic to the charging case and practical sizing kit that allows users to measure their ring size in advance.

▲ (From left) Sungjin Kim and Yujin Roh discuss the product planning process behind the Galaxy Ring.

Ushering in a New Era of Health Management

Q. In one word or sentence, how would you describe the Galaxy Ring?

Kim: I would say it’s a “game changer.” The Galaxy Ring is the first new form factor since the Galaxy Watch series — offering an even more intimate health experience with powerful capabilities packed into a small, lightweight device. Achieving this feat required hard work from the development and design teams as well as various other departments. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in creating this product.

Roh: In a word, it’s the “beginning.” For some, the Galaxy Ring marks the start of a new day. For others, the device signifies the commencement of a full-blown health management journey. Nonetheless, we hope it will open a new era of possibilities in the wearable market.

▲ (From left) Yujin Roh and Sungjin Kim pose for a photo with the Galaxy Ring.

Q. What’s next for the Galaxy Ring?

Kim: We aim to maximise the benefits of this ultra-small form factor to track and manage health data in the simplest way possible. As the wearable market continues to rapidly grow with a variety of products and services expected to emerge, our teams are dedicated to developing robust solutions that meet users’ needs.

Roh: Beyond measuring health information, we will continue to explore ways of providing more specific insights and meaningful health improvements tailored to each user’s environment. We appreciate the continued interest in our innovations and hope users will share our anticipation for upcoming products.

The creation of the Galaxy Ring — the smallest yet most powerful product in the Galaxy wearable lineup — was driven by the passion and tireless efforts of many dedicated individuals. Samsung looks forward to the new horizons the Galaxy Ring will unlock for health management in users’ everyday lives.

[1] Battery life is based on testing conducted with the size 12 and size 13 Galaxy Ring. Battery life of the size 12 and size 13 Galaxy Ring lasts up to 7 days on a single charge. Battery life varies by ring size. Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Tested with results from a pre-released version of the device under the scenario of Sleep Tracking for 6 hours, Auto Workout Detection for 1 hour and 30 minutes and several specific events (20 times of reconnection after disconnection, 3 times of Samsung Health app setting change, 0.5 times of Find My Ring execution, 3 minutes of Gestures execution) assuming 24 hours of use per day. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model or the battery manufacturer. Rated capacity is 17mAh for Galaxy Ring sizes 5,6,7 (battery life lasts up to 6 days on a single charge), 18.5mAh for sizes 8,9,10,11 (battery life lasts up to 6 days on a single charge) and 22.5mAh for sizes 12,13 (battery life lasts 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 patterns and environmental factors; actual results may vary.

LONDON, U.K – 24 July, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global availability of Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds3 series and the much anticipated Galaxy Ring.

“We’ve seen significant consumer excitement following the unveiling of our latest Galaxy devices in Paris earlier this month,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “By integrating the power of Galaxy AI into our versatile foldable devices as well as expanding it to our ecosystem portfolio, we are continuing our commitment to putting the potential of AI into the hands of millions around the world.”

Galaxy Z Fold6 and Flip6: New and Versatile AI Experiences

The new Galaxy Z Fold6 and Flip6 have opened the next frontier of Galaxy AI^[1], leveraging their unique form factors that advance communication, productivity and creativity like never before. When it comes to communication, easily understand someone in another language whether just by listening or having a conversation with Interpreter^[2], making the most of the unique dual screen form factor. Reply while on the move with Suggested replies^[3], which recommends tailored responses to messages without even needing to open the device. Stay productive with Composer^[4], which generates emails and social posts based on just a few simple keywords, and Note Assist^[5], which offers a new PDF overlay translation feature, as well as transcription of audio files. Creativity is boosted with Photo Assist^[6], a suite of AI-powered editing tools to create professional-grade content effortlessly. Plus, FlexCam, now supported by Auto Zoom^[7], automatically frames up the perfect selfie all hands-free.

The Galaxy Z Fold6 and Flip6 are the slimmest and lightest, as well as the most durable Z series ever. The display has been upgraded thanks to enhanced layers on the main screen, which not only offer durability, but also visibly improve the crease. Galaxy Z Fold6 offers a new cover screen ratio, which also fits more naturally in the hand, while Galaxy Z Flip6 delivers a flagship-level camera experience, longer battery life and for the first time ever, a vapour chamber to maximise performance on-the-go.

Enhanced Galaxy Ecosystem Powered by Galaxy AI

The newest additions to the Galaxy Watch line-up are central to Samsung’s vision for enhancing digital health and everyday wellness through Galaxy AI. Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 allow tracking of advanced glycation end products (AGEs)^[8] for the first time for a better understanding of metabolic health, while a Dual-frequency GPS system^[9] tracks location more precisely than ever for workouts in any outdoor environment from busy cities to dusty trails.

Galaxy Ring^[10] is the newest form factor, offering Samsung’s powerful sensor technology in the smallest wearable yet. The distinct concave design is stylish and durable with a Titanium Grade 5^[11] finish, built for extended wear and 24/7 health monitoring^[12]. With sleep being the foundation of wellness, Galaxy Ring is the optimal form factor to offer Samsung’s best-in-class sleep analysis^[13] and powerful sleep AI algorithm, based on all-new sleep metrics for a more detailed analysis and understanding of sleep.

Galaxy Buds3 series offers a sleek new blade design for a modern yet practical style, and with Canal Type for Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Open Type for Buds3, there is a pair to suit everybody regardless of their preference. Ultra High Quality^[14] Audio delivers superb detail in every sound and with Super-Wideband Call^[15] feature, phone calls can also be heard in flawless quality even when in noisy environments.

Availability

The Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds3 series and Galaxy Ring will be generally available on samsung.com, Samsung KX, Samsung Experience stores as well as selected retailers from 24 July, 2024.

The Galaxy Z Fold6 is available in Silver Shadow, Pink and Navy. Galaxy Z Flip6 also offers Silver Shadow, in addition to Yellow, Blue and Mint colours.

Galaxy Watch Ultra is available in a 47mm size in Titanium Grey, Titanium White and Titanium Silver. Galaxy Watch7 is available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. Choose from Green and Cream colour options for 40mm and Green and Silver for 44mm.

Galaxy Buds3 series is available in two colours, Silver and White.

Galaxy Ring is available in nine size options to ensure the perfect fit with three colour choices – Titanium Black, Titanium Silver and Titanium Gold.

For more information, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsungmobilepress.com, or Samsung.com.

[1] Available AI features may differ by model. Samsung Account login is required to use certain AI features.

[2] Samsung account login is required. Certain languages may require language pack download. Service availability may vary by language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[3] Samsung account login is required. Requires network connection. Suggested replies is only supported from the FlexWindow.

[4] Composer requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[5] Samsung account login is required. Requires a network connection. Must meet length requirements to activate feature.

[6] Samsung account login is required.

[7] Auto Zoom is limited in low-light conditions. Auto Zoom mode will disengage if the zoom is manually adjusted or if switched between front and back camera.

[8] AGEs Index monitoring is only available on Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra. The Galaxy Watch uses light sensors that operate within the limits set by the IEC62471 safety regulations. However, people with photosensitive skin may have adverse reactions to light, such as skin discoloration or a rash. Avoid using this feature if you experience symptoms of photosensitivity. AGEs Index monitoring is for fitness and wellness only, not for the diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition. If you’re concerned about your health, please consult a medical professional for advice.

[9] GPS accuracy may vary depending on network environment and other factors. GPS function requires internet connection. Can be used on LTE models without paired smartphone. Non-LTE models require Bluetooth connection to paired smartphone.

[10] Galaxy Ring must be paired with a smartphone with Android 11.0 or above and minimum 1.5GB Memory. Galaxy Wearable app, Samsung Health app (v6.27 or above) and Samsung account login are required.

[11] Titanium is only applied on Galaxy Ring device frame.

[12] Samsung Health tracking features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician.

[13] Sleep tracking features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions or sleep disorders. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.

[14] Ultra-high quality audio up to 24bit/96kHz’ is available on Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Z Fold5, Z Flip5 and Tab S9 series with One UI 6.1.1 or above. Ultra-high quality audio feature is only available on select Samsung Galaxy devices at this time. Additional devices may be supported in the future.

[15] Super-Wideband call feature allow Buds to transmit voice up to 16kHz, while previous BT earphones only transmit up to the 8kHz band.

These new additions to the wearables portfolio are central to Samsung’s vision for Galaxy AI to enhance digital health, delivering personalised insights and tailored health experiences that enable a more comprehensive understanding of one’s self through a holistic approach to everyday wellness. Obtaining accurate, detailed, and advanced information on personal health is a key factor in this process, and Samsung’s accumulated sensor innovations on Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are helping bring its vision to life. Galaxy Ring delivers a straight-forward approach to wellness, offering health monitoring, tracking, and personalised insights while worn comfortably on a finger, even while asleep^[2]. Galaxy Watch7 maximises everyday wellness with personalised workouts along with intelligent and preventative health monitoring capabilities^[3]. Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch lineup – is Samsung’s most capable smartwatch yet, designed for next-level achievements.

“Current data shows consumers want more control over their health and wellbeing, with nearly half of the UK wanting to be able to track their health and sleep data on a regular basis, turning to technology to achieve this”, said James Kitto, Vice President and Head of MX, Samsung UK & Ireland. “We’re proud to not only be extending our Galaxy Watch range to open up new possibilities for our customers’ wellness journey, but also by announcing Galaxy Ring – our smallest-ever wearable, discreetly designed to allow our customers to monitor their health, wellness and sleep 24/7.”

Galaxy Ring: Simplifying Wellness, Starting With Sleep

Galaxy Ring offers a simple approach to everyday wellness, featuring Samsung’s proven sensor technology in the smallest unobtrusive form, and providing insights that help you understand yourself easily6. Designed for 24/7 health monitoring, Galaxy Ring is lightweight weighing from 2.3 grams to 3.0 grams, ensuring comfort during extended wear. Its distinct concave surface adds a touch of style while maintaining durability. With a 10ATM water resistance^[4] and Titanium Grade 5 finish on the device casing, you can confidently wear Galaxy Ring anywhere without worry. Experience continuous usage with up to seven days battery life^[5], and benefit from a specially designed quick charging case that features aesthetic LED lighting to indicate charging status. Stay true to your personal style with three colour choices – Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and glossy Titanium Gold, along with a sizing kit that helps you find the right fit from nine size options.

With Galaxy Ring, you can enjoy around-the-clock support that is customised to your needs thanks to the advanced technology of Galaxy AI1. All data and insights are integrated into Samsung Health for seamless access within one cohesive platform without a subscription. Starting with sleep, the foundation of wellness, Galaxy Ring features Samsung’s cutting-edge sleep analysis and a powerful sleep AI algorithm to help you easily understand your sleep patterns and build better habits. Along with Sleep Score and snoring analysis, new sleep metrics such as movement during sleep, sleep latency, heart and respiratory rate provide a detailed and accurate analysis of sleep quality^[6]. With Cycle Tracking, you can better track your menstrual cycle through overnight skin temperature monitoring^[7].

Holistic insights and motivational encouragement provided by Galaxy Ring help you to take decisions that can improve your sleep quality and allow you to wake up refreshed and ready to take on your day. It starts with Galaxy AI, which generates a detailed health report that includes various health metrics like Sleep Coaching^[8]. New Energy Score^[9], a Galaxy AI enabled feature, enhances your awareness of the ways your health influences your daily life, so you can utilise recommendations based on your current physical state to focus your daily efforts on making improvements. This score is calculated by evaluating your physical conditions across four significant factors: Sleep, Activity, Sleeping Heart Rate and Sleeping Heart Rate Variability. Additionally, you can receive personalised messages aimed at enhancing your well-being across all areas of your health journey, thanks to Wellness Tips1, which is driven by comprehensive data and individual interests.

Galaxy Ring also supports broader everyday wellness monitoring, allowing you to stay informed about your heart health with Heart Rate Alert. This feature provides instant notifications regarding unusually high or low heart rates in real-time via the Samsung Health app^[10]. You can gain additional details about your heart rate including beats per minute, time start, and time duration with Live Heart Rate Check. Galaxy Ring also helps you maintain an active lifestyle and stay motivated with automatic walking and running tracking via Auto Workout Detection^[11], and daily fitness reminders with Inactive Alert. In addition, you can easily take photos or dismiss your alarm on Galaxy smartphones with a double pinch via Gestures, and find the location of your Galaxy Ring via your Galaxy smartphone with Find My Ring on Samsung Find2.

Galaxy Watch7: Comprehensive Understanding Of Everyday Wellness

Galaxy Watch7 is designed to help users gain a holistic understanding of themselves. Galaxy Watch7 motivates users to create healthier days with more ways to support everyday wellness. Users can accurately track over 100 workouts and build routines by combining various exercises with Workout Routine to achieve their goals. With Race, compare current and past performance in real time to track progress and maintain motivation^[12]. Receive a complete body and fitness snapshot with Body Composition^[13] for a comprehensive understanding of your body.

In addition to the new advanced AI algorithm for sleep analysis, Galaxy Watch7 offers a deeper understanding of your heart health with Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring^[14].

These advanced, in-depth monitoring and tailored insights are made possible thanks to Samsung’s most innovative hardware on Galaxy Watch7. An enhanced BioActive Sensor offers increased accuracy, empowering users to better understand themselves with comprehensive readings. For the first time, Galaxy Watch7 allows users to conveniently track advanced glycation end products (AGEs) right from their wrist with an AGEs Index^[15]. Strongly influenced by diet and lifestyle, AGEs reflect a user’s overall biological aging process and provides an indication of metabolic health.

Equipped with the most powerful chip in the Galaxy Watch line-up, and for the first time a 3nm Processor, Galaxy Watch7 delivers a more seamless wearable experience with three times faster CPU and 30% improved power efficiency of application processor. In addition, Galaxy Watch7 is the first Galaxy smartwatch to feature a Dual-frequency GPS system, which can more precisely track location even in dense urban environments, enabling users to conquer wherever they are.

Featuring Samsung’s iconic circle design, Galaxy Watch7 allows users to match their personal style with new watch bands, including a ripple shape design and colourful stitch details, along with a variety of watch faces. Galaxy Watch7 also brings more intuitive and seamless experiences between connected Galaxy devices. Answer messages effortlessly with intelligent Suggested replies^[16], which suggests suitable responses by analysing previous conversations through Galaxy AI. With Double Pinch Gestures, easily control a Galaxy Watch and connected Galaxy smartphone even when your hands are full, and simply use the all-in-one Samsung Wallet to make every day more convenient.

Galaxy Watch7 will be available in two sizes, large and small. Galaxy Watch7 large is available in Green and Silver, while Galaxy Watch7 small is available in Green and Cream.

Galaxy Watch Ultra: Maximising Passionate Performance

Building on the foundation of Galaxy Watch7’s advanced health monitoring features and powerful hardware, Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest and most powerful addition to the Galaxy Watch portfolio – further unlocks enhanced fitness experiences for next-level achievements with ultimate intelligence and capabilities. Echoing Galaxy Watch’s circle design legacy, a new cushion design enhances protection and visual completeness, while a Dynamic Lug System for enhanced comfort empowers users to be the best versions of themselves anywhere, anytime.

Premium capabilities built for extreme durability enable users to push limits and go further with a Titanium Grade 4 device casing and a 10ATM water resistance^[17]. Additionally, Galaxy Watch Ultra operates at a wider range of altitudes, from 100 meters below sea level to 9,000 meters high for tracking advanced fitness experiences like swimming to cycling in extreme environments.

Track multi-course workouts for a triathlon from swimming to cycling to running with new Multi-sports tile. Plus, new Functional Threshold Power (FTP) for cycling accurately measures maximum cycling power in just 4 minutes with FTP metrics to unlock full potential based on indicators unique to you. Galaxy Watch Ultra also provides an advanced Personalised HR Zone^[18] so users can work out at optimal intensity levels based on their physical capabilities.

With a newly added Quick Button, users can instantly initiate and control workouts and map other functions to suit their needs. Plus, they can activate an Emergency Siren^[19] for safety. Post-workout, check stats at a glance with dedicated watch faces for Galaxy Watch Ultra which automatically switches to Night Mode for optimal readability in the dark. Additionally, with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, Galaxy Watch Ultra also ensures readability even in bright sunlight. For peace of mind during longer adventures, Galaxy Watch Ultra has the longest battery life within the Galaxy Watch line-up, with the ability to extend even further within Power Saving^[20] and Exercise Power Saving^[21] modes.

Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available in a 47mm size in Titanium Grey, Titanium White, and Titanium Silver.

Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are the first Android smartwatches powered by Wear OS 5, the most powerful release from Wear OS yet. Offering advanced performance and power efficiency, Wear OS 5 ensures users can enjoy more seamless and smooth interactions and use their Galaxy Watch for longer. In addition, users can maximise their wearable experience with access to a variety of popular apps right from their wrist, including Galaxy services, Google apps and fan-favorite third-party apps.

As always, the power of Samsung’s connected Galaxy ecosystem brings even greater benefits to unlock even more potential. Users can receive a more seamless and accurate health analysis from a wider range of data by wearing Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring, improving precision and accuracy day through night, especially for sleep.

Availability

Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available for pre-order in the United Kingdom starting 10 July, and will be generally available on Samsung.com, Samsung KX, Samsung Experience stores as well as selected UK retailers from 24 July.

Pricing

Galaxy Ring RRP:

• £399

Galaxy Watch Ultra RRP:

• £599

Galaxy Watch7 RRP:

• 40mm, £289 (Bluetooth)
• 40mm, £339 (LTE)
• 44mm, £319 (Bluetooth)
• 44mm, £369 (LTE)

[1] Requires smartphone operating on Android 11 or above with Google Mobile Services and the latest version of the Samsung Health app. Samsung account login and Galaxy smartphone is required for certain AI features.

[2] Galaxy smartphone and Samsung account required.

[3] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease.

[4] Water resistance rating of 10 minutes at 100 meters under the ISO standard 22810. Rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, 1.5 meters in fresh water for up to 30 minutes. It is not suitable for diving or high-pressure water activities.

[5] Ring size 12 and 13 only. Based on internal testing on typical usage pattern scenarios. Actual battery life may vary.

[6] Compatible smartphone required

[7] Not intended for contraception. Intended for users 18 years+. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the predictions made without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional.

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

[9] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Requires smartphone operating on Android 11 or above and the latest version of the Samsung Health app. Samsung account login and Galaxy smartphone is required for certain AI features.

[10] Galaxy smartphone and Samsung account required. 

[11] Auto detect workouts must be turned on in Settings. Auto detect is not available for all workouts.

[12] Race is available for the outdoor running and outdoor cycling only. For comparative measurements, it is required to run on the same path as the pre-generated path.

[13] Do not measure your body composition if you are pregnant, have an implanted pacemaker or other implanted medical devices.

[14] ECG and BP feature only to be used by 22 years+. For accurate BP readings, monthly calibration required by GP or BP monitor & arm cuff. Requires a Galaxy smartphone running Android 11 or above.

[15] AGEs Index monitoring is only available on Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch Ultra and higher. The Galaxy Watch uses light sensors that operate within the limits set by safety regulations. However, people with photosensitive skin may have adverse reactions to light, such as skin discolouration or a rash. Avoid using this feature if you experience symptoms of photosensitivity. AGEs Index monitoring is for fitness and wellness only, not for the diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition. If you’re concerned about your health, please consult a medical professional for advice.

[16] Suggested Replies require a Galaxy Z Flip6 or Galaxy Z Fold6 smartphone. Additional Galaxy devices will be supported later in 2024.

[17] Water resistance rating of 10 minutes at 100 meters under the ISO standard 22810. Rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, 1.5 meters in fresh water for up to 30 minutes. It is not suitable for diving or high-pressure water activities. 10ATM/IP68. Rinse in fresh water after use in salt water.

[18] Personalisation of Heart Rate Zone is enabled when selecting an outdoor run activity. It is required to run consistently for more than 10 minutes with speeds of 4km/h or faster.

[19] Loudness and range of sound may vary depending on the environment.

[20] When on Power Saving mode, some of the features such as Wi-Fi connection, wake up gesture and others, may become inaccessible. There may also be restrictions on CPU speed, background network and location.

[21] When on Exercise Power saving, some of the features such as network/Bluetooth connection, IoT control and others, may become inaccessible. Only available on Galaxy Watch Ultra.