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				<title>Samsung Launches ‘Your Companion to AI Living’ Campaign</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:55:11 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced a new global campaign under the theme “Your Companion to AI Living.” &#160; Introduced at The First Look during]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced a new global campaign under the theme “Your Companion to AI Living.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Introduced at The First Look during CES 2026, “Your Companion to AI Living” reflects Samsung’s vision for AI innovations. The campaign highlights how Samsung’s AI technology and connected products and services seamlessly integrate into everyday life and offer a new way of living that helps care for users and their loved ones. It also focuses on Samsung’s pursuit of AI innovations that anticipate user needs and provide personalised solutions across its ecosystem of devices, platforms and services.</p>
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<p>“Through this campaign, we aim to show how Samsung’s products and services, integrated with AI, can become a life companion by proactively understanding users’ needs and offering personalized support when it matters most,” said Stephanie Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Brand Center at Samsung Electronics. “We will continue to create more meaningful ways for customers to experience the value of Samsung’s innovations in their daily lives.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The campaign includes a series of three humorous videos focused on health, family and pet care. The videos connect with customers by illustrating how Samsung’s AI capabilities, incorporated into its offerings, help elevate customers’ daily lives.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For health-conscious users, the Antioxidant Index,<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span><sup>[1]</sup></span></a> available through Galaxy Watch8 and the Samsung Health app, is shown helping people check their wellness status and receive personalised meal suggestions to maintain healthy eating habits. Additionally, the AI Food Manager<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span><sup>[2]</sup></span></a> in the Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub simplifies ingredient management and offers tailored recipe recommendations.</p>
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<p>For pet owners, Now Brief<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span><sup>[3]</sup></span></a> is shown reminding users to walk their dogs and records walk routes and duration in detail, through integration with Pet Care<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><span><sup>[4]</sup></span></a> on the SmartThings app.</p>
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<p>For families, the Call Screening feature on Galaxy smartphones is shown assisting elderly family members in avoiding unwanted calls, such as potential voice phishing attempts.<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><span><sup>[5]</sup></span></a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>These videos are being showcased on Samsung digital channels and screens across major global landmarks such as Times Square in New York and Piccadilly Circus in London.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24726" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1.jpg" alt="" width="2220" height="1250" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1.jpg 2220w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living-_-Piccadilly-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2220px) 100vw, 2220px" /></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24732" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Times-Square-2-1.jpg" alt="" width="2238" height="1679" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Times-Square-2-1.jpg 2238w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Times-Square-2-1-750x563.jpg 750w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Times-Square-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Times-Square-2-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2238px) 100vw, 2238px" /></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24729" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Pet-Care-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24730" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3.jpg" alt="" width="2188" height="1232" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3.jpg 2188w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Piccadilly-3-1024x577.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2188px) 100vw, 2188px" /></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24731" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1080" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Your-Companion-to-AI-Living_Health-Care-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span>[1]</span></a> Requires a Galaxy smartphone running Android 11+ and Samsung Health App (V6. 30.2 or above). Samsung Account login required.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a> A Wi-Fi connection and Samsung account are required. If a food item is not recognisable, it may be listed as an unknown item. AI Vision cannot identify or list any food items located in the freezer. Recognition uses AI models that may be updated periodically to help improve performance. Users may need to manually check and adjust the list to ensure its accuracy.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a> Available on Galaxy S26 series or later smartphones.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span>[4]</span></a> The Pet Care service must be activated in the SmartThings app, and Samsung account is required. The dog-walking notification will be triggered if the dog has not reached the user’s preset walking target.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span>[5]</span></a> Supported on the Galaxy S24 series and smartphones running One UI 8.0 or later, though supported features may vary by model. Available in a total of 13 languages, including Chinese (Simplified), English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, and Vietnamese.</span></em></p>
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				<title>Samsung and Massachusetts General Hospital Launch Joint Study To Investigate GLP-1 Treatment Monitoring With Galaxy Watch</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:49:33 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Diabetes Research Center (DRC) today jointly announced a research study to investigate]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Diabetes Research Center (DRC) today jointly announced a research study to investigate the efficacy of Galaxy Watch in assisting adults starting GLP-1RA<a href="#_edn1" name="_ednref1"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[1]</sup></span></span></a> therapy to monitor and potentially manage muscle loss. With <span><a href="https://www.kff.org/public-opinion/poll-1-in-8-adults-say-they-are-currently-taking-a-glp-1-drug-for-weight-loss-diabetes-or-another-condition-even-as-half-say-the-drugs-are-difficult-to-afford/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nearly one in five adults in the US saying they have taken GLP-1 medication</a></span>, this innovative clinical study will investigate how continuous data from Galaxy Watch can help patients and clinicians monitor and mitigate muscle loss by providing a clearer, more holistic view of a person&#8217;s body composition and activity levels during treatment.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>As GLP-1 medications become widely adopted for weight management and chronic disease treatment, tracking changes in muscle mass and physical activity alongside weight loss has emerged as a key medical focus. This research will delve into the feasibility of managing muscle loss for GLP-1 patients by utilising biometric data including body composition, activity levels and heart rate provided by Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung and MGH have continuously collaborated on digital health research utilising both Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health, including studies on Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs). The MGH Diabetes Research Center, which specialises in research on diabetes and GLP-1 obesity treatment, initiated the joint study with Samsung after recognising the potential for wearables to monitor body composition.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This study will also utilise Galaxy Watch8, powered by Samsung’s groundbreaking BioActive Sensor,<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> which helps provide advanced predictive and preventative wellness through more accurate health measurements.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Under the leadership of Dr. Melissa Putman, the study will enroll 100 adults beginning treatment with weight-loss medications into two groups. The intervention group will use Galaxy Watch to monitor their body composition via Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), track physical activity and receive personalised exercise guides. Their progress will be compared to the other group, which will receive the standard guidance and care typically given to patients starting GLP-1RA therapy.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>To evaluate the study’s progress, researchers will use clinical-grade DXA scans<a href="#_edn3" name="_ednref3"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[3]</sup></span></span></a> — the gold standard for body composition analysis — to track physiological changes in both groups. These data will help determine whether the insights and tailored guidance provided by Galaxy Watch8 can effectively support participants in building healthier daily habits, which may in turn contribute to better health outcomes particularly in preserving muscle mass.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“Many GLP-1 patients struggle with muscle mass loss, a common side effect that can cause an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and a drop in basal metabolic rate, which can lead to future weight regain,” said Dr. Putman, Director of the MGH Diabetes Research Center. “We’re interested in exploring how continuous data from a wearable device can provide invaluable insights into a patient&#8217;s activity levels, heart rate and body composition, giving clinicians a more holistic view of treatment impact and allowing for more timely, data-driven adjustments to their care plan.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“This collaboration with MGH focuses on addressing real-world health challenges that patients face during GLP-1RA therapy, specifically managing muscle loss and building healthy habits,” said Jongmin Choi, Head of Health R&amp;D Group, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business, Samsung Electronics. “Ultimately, this study highlights Samsung’s ongoing commitment to delivering comprehensive and proactive health management solutions through the advanced capabilities of Galaxy Watch.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung remains committed to researching how Galaxy Watch can support patients in managing their daily physical health. By fostering sustainable wellness habits, the company aims to help patients achieve better clinical outcomes and long-term vitality.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung continues to expand its partnerships with leading medical institutions to advance wearable health monitoring capabilities and broaden the digital health ecosystem. Recently, Samsung demonstrated the potential for early vasovagal syncope (VVS) detection using Galaxy Watch in a <span><a href="https://bit.ly/4d7IfJJ">joint clinical study with Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital in Korea</a></span>, and also <span><a href="https://bit.ly/3YdvLJQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">collaborated with Stanford Medicine to further advance Galaxy Watch&#8217;s Sleep Apnoea feature</a></span>.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24593" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Samsung-Mobile-Massachusetts-General-Hospital-GLP-1-Treatment-Galaxy-Watch_Main1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Samsung-Mobile-Massachusetts-General-Hospital-GLP-1-Treatment-Galaxy-Watch_Main1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Samsung-Mobile-Massachusetts-General-Hospital-GLP-1-Treatment-Galaxy-Watch_Main1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Samsung-Mobile-Massachusetts-General-Hospital-GLP-1-Treatment-Galaxy-Watch_Main1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref1" name="_edn1"><span>[1]</span></a> Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a hormone secreted by the intestines after eating that regulates blood sugar levels and suppresses appetite. While GLP-1 weight-loss medications that mimic this hormone are gaining significant popularity globally, they can be accompanied by side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders, muscle mass loss, and potential weight regain upon discontinuation.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref2" name="_edn2"><span>[2]</span></a> The BioActive Sensor is a technology that integrates three sensors into a single chipset: an optical heart rate sensor (PPG), an electrical heart rate sensor (ECG), and a bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor (BIA). This sensor has been featured in Galaxy Watch devices since the release of Galaxy Watch4 in 2021, allowing users to measure and monitor various health indicators, such as body composition, heart rate, blood pressure, and ECG tracking.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref3" name="_edn3"><span>[3]</span></a> DXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan: A specialized medical imaging technology that uses low-dose X-rays to precisely measure body composition, including body fat, lean muscle mass, and bone density. Universally recognized as the &#8220;gold standard&#8221; for body composition analysis, it is widely utilized in clinical research to accurately evaluate physiological changes.</span></em></p>
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				<title>Samsung Powered Three Days of Wellness, Running and Skateboarding in Paris With Wearable Technologies</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
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																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Under Paris’s autumn skies, the French capital came alive during the <strong>Vredestein 20 km de Paris </strong>from Oct. 10-12. Samsung hosted multiple pop-up experiences like a <strong>Street League Skateboarding (SLS) competition</strong> and a <strong>Health Immersion Session,</strong> showcasing how wearables are evolving into essential tools for performance, recovery, and connection.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3><strong>Health and Wellness at the Forefront with Galaxy Watch8</strong></h3>
<p>Samsung’s <strong>Health Immersion Session</strong> put health and wellness in the spotlight during the marathon weekend. Led by global health experts, the program offered a closer look at how <strong>Galaxy Watch8</strong> supports everyday health:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Explored how guided meditation helps support holistic health and mindfulness with Dr. Julie Smith, a clinical psychologist and bestselling author.</li>
<li>Looked at how sleep and exercise influence brain health, recovery, and stress resilience with Dr. Dong-seon Chang, a renowned brain scientist.</li>
<li>Highlighted the importance and impact of healthy eating and nutrition for overall well-being with Nisha Melvani, a registered dietician and nutritionist.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22112 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Health_Immersion-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Health_Immersion-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Health_Immersion-844x563.jpg 844w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Health_Immersion-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22106 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Julie-Smith_01-1760217957158-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="1024" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Julie-Smith_01-1760217957158-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Julie-Smith_01-1760217957158-563x563.jpg 563w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Julie-Smith_01-1760217957158-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22105 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Dong-seon-Jang_06-1760218018770-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="1024" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Dong-seon-Jang_06-1760218018770-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Dong-seon-Jang_06-1760218018770-563x563.jpg 563w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dr.-Dong-seon-Jang_06-1760218018770-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22113 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Nisha-Melvani_15-1760218094894-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="1024" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Nisha-Melvani_15-1760218094894-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Nisha-Melvani_15-1760218094894-563x563.jpg 563w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Nisha-Melvani_15-1760218094894-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<h3><strong>Hands-On Experiences During the Vredestein 20 km de Paris</strong></h3>
<p>At the <strong>Vredestein 20 km de Paris Expo</strong>, Galaxy Watch8 and Samsung Health took center stage as visitors engaged in interactive activities that showcased how wearable technology enhances running performance and recovery:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Running</strong>: Visitors measured their heart rate capability with Galaxy Watch8 while running on a self-powered treadmill.</li>
<li><strong>Sleep Insights</strong>: Discovered their sleep animal and received tips for better sleep based on their sleep patterns.</li>
<li><strong>Antioxidant Index</strong>: Measured their Antioxidant index level using Galaxy Watch8 and received immediate insights into nutrition through carotenoid level analysis that reflect individual fruit and vegetable intake.</li>
<li><strong>Selfie with Personal Goal</strong>: A photo wall invited participants to capture and share their race aspirations.</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22109 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_SamsungBooth-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_SamsungBooth-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_SamsungBooth-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_SamsungBooth-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22108 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience2-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience2-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience2-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22107 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_Experience-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung&#8217;s <strong>RunnerzZz Program</strong> united a global community of passionate runners from 7 countries, spreading the spirit of “Sleep Better, Run Better”. Participants experienced Galaxy Watch8 firsthand during pre-race jogs and the 20km race. By sharing their experiences on social media, these runners inspired others to adopt healthier lifestyles supported by wearable technology.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The weekend wrapped with the 20km race, where thousands of runners filled the city’s streets. After crossing the finish line, participants were invited to celebrate and recover in Samsung Health <strong>Victory Selfie Zone</strong>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22110 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_VictorySelfie_3-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_VictorySelfie_3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_VictorySelfie_3-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Expo_VictorySelfie_3-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22111 size-large" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Finish_Victory-selfie_-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Finish_Victory-selfie_-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Finish_Victory-selfie_-844x563.jpg 844w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Finish_Victory-selfie_-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Street League Skateboarding: A Creative and Cultural Connection</strong></h3>
<p>At the Samsung Booth during the <strong>Street League Skateboarding (SLS) competition, </strong>fans were exposed to immersive audio and visual elements that highlighted ways technology intersects with youth culture<strong>. </strong>They captured selfies using <strong>Galaxy Z Flip7</strong>’s unique FlexCam, embodying the dynamic spirit of skateboarding culture.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22114 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Samsung-Booth.jpg" alt="" width="1079" height="1584" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Samsung-Booth.jpg 1079w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Samsung-Booth-384x563.jpg 384w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Samsung-Booth-768x1127.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Samsung-Booth-698x1024.jpg 698w" sizes="(max-width: 1079px) 100vw, 1079px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>During the games, the athletes performed advanced tricks while using <strong>Galaxy Buds3 Pro</strong>, blending motion and sound in an exciting demonstration. After the game, they took a victory selfie with FlexCam to celebrate the win.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22115 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Trick_Buds.jpg" alt="" width="960" height="1280" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Trick_Buds.jpg 960w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Trick_Buds-422x563.jpg 422w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Trick_Buds-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22104 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie_%40.jpg" alt="" width="960" height="1280" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie_%40.jpg 960w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie_%40-422x563.jpg 422w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie_%40-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-22103 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie.jpg" alt="" width="960" height="1280" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie.jpg 960w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie-422x563.jpg 422w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SLS_Victory-Selfie-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></p>
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				<title>How Galaxy Watch’s Innovative Sensor Breaks New Ground in Preventative Care</title>
				<link>https://news.samsung.com/uk/how-galaxy-watchs-innovative-sensor-breaks-new-ground-in-preventative-care?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=direct</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:48:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Antioxidant Index]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bedtime Guidance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electrocardiogram]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy Watch8]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vascular Load]]></category>
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									<description><![CDATA[Today, wearable technology can give us information that helps us to build healthy habits and prioritise our long-term wellbeing. &#160; Powered by Samsung’s]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today, wearable technology can give us information that helps us to build healthy habits and prioritise our long-term wellbeing.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Powered by Samsung’s cutting-edge sensor technology that provides a holistic, real-time overview of our health, the new Galaxy Watch8 series<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span>[1]</span></a> shifts the focus towards preventative care. It provides clear, actionable insights based on your lifestyle patterns to help you understand your body and mind more deeply, build healthy habits and help identify silent threats such as ectopic beats early on.</p>
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<div id="attachment_21591" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-21591 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main1-Final.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="666" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main1-Final.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main1-Final-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main1-Final-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">The Galaxy Watch8 series&#8217; Antioxidant Index allows you to monitor your antioxidant intake by measuring carotenoid levels in the skin.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Preventative Care Through Early Detection</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>With new heart metrics, Galaxy Watch8 series spots the potential for health issues sooner, so you can prevent them before they start:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Ectopic Beat Detection: </strong>Galaxy Watch8’s enhanced Electrocardiogram (ECG)<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span>[2]</span></a> can better capture ectopic beats – premature heartbeats that often go undetected in routine checkups as they frequently occur without noticeable symptoms. It is well known that frequent ectopic beats can be considered clinically significant and may lead to arrhythmias that drive up stroke and heart-failure risk. Galaxy Watch8 series provides enhanced ECG measurement with the ability to differentiate instances of frequent ectopic beats providing earlier insights to support preventive care.</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21593 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main2-Final.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="583" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main2-Final.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main2-Final-966x563.jpg 966w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main2-Final-768x448.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Vascular Load<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span>[3]</span></a>: </strong>While you sleep, Galaxy Watch8 reads Photoplethysmogram (PPG) waveforms – optical signals associated with blood flow during sleep. It measures blood volume and vascular stiffness and precisely analyses changes in stress on blood vessels. Because diet, stress, and rest all affect this metric, regular monitoring shows which habits to fine-tune and helps you cut cardiovascular risk before it takes hold.</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21594 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main3-Final.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="583" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main3-Final.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main3-Final-966x563.jpg 966w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main3-Final-768x448.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Lifestyle Changes Motivated by Sensor-Driven Insights </strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Watch8 series’ advanced sensor now gives you more immediate insights for your nutrition and sleep patterns to steer you towards lasting, sustainable habits:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Antioxidant Index<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><span>[4]</span></a>: </strong>Because lifestyle often outweighs genetics, the Galaxy Watch8 series shines a light on your daily choices. The BioActive Sensor measures skin carotenoids in five seconds using multi-wavelength absorption spectroscopy. After analysing these carotenoids, an antioxidant which reflects fruit and vegetable intake, you are given a score of 0–100, which is categorised into one of three levels. This score shows how diet, UV light, alcohol and stress are impacting your antioxidant levels. With insufficient fruit and vegetable intake linked to major health risks, this non-invasive metric offers meaningful insight, promotes healthier choices to help you add another layer of prevention to your daily routine.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21584 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/003-SMP-Watch-Sensor-Innovation-EN-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="840" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/003-SMP-Watch-Sensor-Innovation-EN-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/003-SMP-Watch-Sensor-Innovation-EN-Newsbody-965x563.jpg 965w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/003-SMP-Watch-Sensor-Innovation-EN-Newsbody-768x448.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/003-SMP-Watch-Sensor-Innovation-EN-Newsbody-1024x597.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Bedtime Guidance<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><span>[5]</span></a>:</strong> Leveraging the science behind the two-process model of sleep regulation, the Galaxy Watch8 series tracks your circadian rhythm (internal body clock) and sleep pressure (how much your body needs sleep), over three days. It then interprets this data as a differential equation to calculate the optimal bedtime for waking up refreshed. The algorithm uses changes in sleep threshold and individual sleep needs throughout the day to deliver personalised guidance. Developed by KAIST and clinically tested at Samsung Medical Center, this feature helps build healthier sleep routines that lead to deeper, less interrupted sleep and more energised mornings.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21595 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main5-Final.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="583" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main5-Final.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main5-Final-966x563.jpg 966w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Watch8-series-sensor-preventative-care-Vascular-Load-Antioxidant-Index_main5-Final-768x448.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Pioneering the journey to preventative health choices</strong></h3>
<p>Samsung’s sensor innovation supports people on their preventative care journeys. The Galaxy Watch8 series helps unify your patterns, expose potential hidden risks, and deliver real-time actionable insights so you can make choices for your health in advance.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span>[1]</span></a> Availability and features may vary depending on the smartphone paired; visit https://news.samsung.com/uk/great-health-begins-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.<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a> Samsung Galaxy smartphone required. It is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. The feature is not intended for users with known arrhythmias other than AFib. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a> 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.<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span>[4]</span></a> 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.<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span>[5]</span></a> 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.<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></em></p>
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				<title>Inspired By Celebs, Side-Tracked by Mistakes: Britain’s Running Boom Unpacked</title>
				<link>https://news.samsung.com/uk/inspired-by-celebs-side-tracked-by-mistakes-britains-running-boom-unpacked?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=direct</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:48:07 +0000</pubDate>
						<category><![CDATA[Mobile]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Press Release]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Dr Julie]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy AI]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy Watch8]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy Watch8 series]]></category>
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									<description><![CDATA[Running is on the rise across the UK, with participation in running clubs surging by 59% in 2024 alone (Strava). But while more people are lacing up their]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Running is on the rise across the UK, with participation in running clubs surging by 59% in 2024 alone (Strava). But while more people are lacing up their runners than ever, new research from Samsung reveals that many are still falling into familiar red flag traps, from skipping warm-ups to splurging on high-performance gear before building a routine.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In fact, more than 42% admit to making at least one ‘running red flag’ mistake, with many making the same early missteps: pushing through injury (32%), running too fast too soon (29%), or simply getting swept up in social media fuelled comparison (23%).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Red flags on the rise</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>These missteps aren’t just harmless habits however, they can lead to burnout, lost motivation or injury. Crucially, they get in the way of what more and more people are seeking from running as a hobby: mental clarity, community and a consistent wellbeing routine.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>The most common mistakes include skipping warm-ups and cool-downs (42%), running solely to burn calories or lose weight (41%), and running through pain or ignoring injury signs (32%). Others admitted to buying expensive gear before building a habit (15%), or following rigid training plans that don’t fit real lives (18%).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="https://www.samsung.com/uk/watches/galaxy-watch8/buy/">Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch8</a> is designed to support a more balanced approach to fitness and wellness with features such as Running Coach<a href="#_edn1" name="_ednref1"><span>[1]</span></a>. Offering a tailored training program, real-time feedback and recovery insights, it helps runners stay consistent, motivated and injury-aware without overdoing it.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Running smarter not harder</strong></h3>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>According to Clinical Psychologist Dr Julie Smith, red flags are part of the process, but the key is knowing when to spot them and when to reset.</p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><em>“Many people take up running to feel better mentally as well as physically — but it’s easy to fall into &#8216;all or nothing&#8217; thinking,” </em>says <strong>Clinical Psychologist Dr Julie Smith</strong>.</p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><em>“They push themselves too hard, compare their progress to others, and when it doesn’t go perfectly, they give up. That mindset can take a real toll on both motivation and mental wellbeing. The Galaxy Watch8’s Running Coach helps people stay grounded with real-time support and structure, while also tracking key wellness indicators like sleep and heart rate variability, tools that empower runners to build sustainable habits that support both body and mind.”</em></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-21513 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-x-Dr-Julie-Smith_20250803-3091.jpg" alt="" width="5182" height="4146" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-x-Dr-Julie-Smith_20250803-3091.jpg 5182w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-x-Dr-Julie-Smith_20250803-3091-704x563.jpg 704w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-x-Dr-Julie-Smith_20250803-3091-768x614.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Samsung-x-Dr-Julie-Smith_20250803-3091-1024x819.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 5182px) 100vw, 5182px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>A running revolution in the making</strong></h3>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>When it comes to what gets people lacing up their trainers, personal connections lead the way, with 37% saying they were inspired by a friend or family member’s transformation. Local running clubs and park runs (26%) are also powerful motivators, while social media continues to play a role, with 23% crediting running influencers on platforms like Instagram and TikTok for sparking their interest.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The research also found that mental wellbeing is now one of the top reasons that people start running. Over 52% of runners surveyed said they lace up primarily to improve their mood and 48% to reduce stress, rather than to hit traditional fitness goals, whilst 43% said they were looking for a sense of accomplishment or routine.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>When running becomes a habit, the benefits are wide-reaching. Respondents said that running helped them to sleep better (51%), improve cardiovascular fitness (49%) and boost energy and focus during the day (42%).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Hands-on with the Galaxy Z Series and the Watch8 Series at Galaxy Experience Space</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung has opened its Galaxy Experience Space at Outernet London, offering consumers a hands-on experience of the newest Galaxy devices. Open to the public until 10<sup>th</sup> August, visitors can expect to find interactive zones, exclusive talks, a deep dive into Korean culture, and a chance to win unmissable prizes.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For more information, please visit: <a href="https://www.samsung.com/uk/store/samsung-kx/discover/Galaxy-experience-space-london">https://www.samsung.com/uk/store/samsung-kx/discover/Galaxy-experience-space-london</a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref1" name="_edn1"><span>[1]</span></a> <em>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. Compatible with smartphones running Android 11 or above with Google Mobile Services.</em></span></em></p>
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				<title>Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series: Ultra Comfort, from Sleep to Workout</title>
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									<description><![CDATA[&#160; Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduced Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic[1], establishing an iconic design identity across the entire]]></description>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduced <strong>Galaxy Watch8</strong> and <strong>Galaxy Watch8 Classic<a href="#_edn1" name="_ednref1"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[1]</sup></span></span></a>, </strong>establishing an iconic design identity across the entire Galaxy Watch lineup.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Building upon the foundation of the Galaxy Watch Ultra’s cushion design, this series boasts the thinnest, most comfortable Galaxy Watch ever<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> for continuous health tracking. The Galaxy Watch8 series suits diverse lifestyles and provides advanced capabilities, setting a new standard for style and personalised health experiences.</p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p>“The next frontier for wearable technology is preventative health. We don’t want to just monitor peoples’ wellbeing – we want to give them personal, reliable and meaningful insights,” said <strong>Annika Bizon, Mobile Experience VP of Product and Marketing, Samsung UK &amp; Ireland</strong>. “The Galaxy Watch8 series sets a new standard by combining comfort, form and function with advanced sensor technology that is powered by AI, helping everyone build longer-term habits where every decision we make will be guided by our health.”</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3><strong>Redesigned Inside and Out for Ultimate Wellness</strong></h3>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>By reimagining both form and function, the Galaxy Watch8 series delivers unmatched comfort alongside industry-leading performance, making it the ultimate companion for everyday wellness. The <span>distinctive cushion design, which debuted with Galaxy </span>Watch Ultra, now defines the entire Galaxy Watch lineup.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>To achieve the thinnest design yet, the internal structure of Galaxy Watch8 was completely reengineered and its component mounting capability has been improved by 30%, resulting in an 11% thinner design. Combined with the Dynamic Lug system, this design moves naturally with the wrist, providing greater comfort and improved stability<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> for a better fit and enhanced health-tracking accuracy.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Watch8’s sleek profile is complemented by its exceptional performance. Even when you are outdoors under bright sunlight, the display is 50% brighter<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> with a peak brightness of 3,000nits for easy visibility, and the enhanced battery<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> ensures the watch can keep up with an active lifestyle.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Moreover, the dual-frequency GPS provides more detailed and precise location results<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></span></a> while our most powerful 3nm processor delivers faster performance and greater power efficiency. With the groundbreaking BioActive Sensor that enables deeper and more accurate health insights, the Galaxy Watch8 series helps provide a holistic view of your health.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span> </span><span> <img class="alignnone wp-image-21262 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="1044" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003-777x563.jpg 777w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003-768x557.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003-1024x742.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Motivation for Lasting Health Changes</strong></h3>
<p>Sleep is a window into your overall health and each restful night allows your body and mind to recover immediately the very next day. That’s why Samsung is continuously advancing the sleep experience, offering tailored sleep coaching, helping to create an optimal sleep environment, and even detecting moderate to severe signs of sleep apnoea<a href="#_edn3" name="_ednref3"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[3]</sup></span></span></a>. On top of that, the Galaxy Watch8 series comes with <span><a href="https://news.samsung.com/uk/great-health-begins-with-galaxy-watch">new unique health features</a></span> on the Samsung Health app<a href="#_edn4" name="_ednref4"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[4]</sup></span></span></a> that help you build healthier habits through instant, motivational insights – from sleep to nutrition and workout.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21265 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="1044" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004-777x563.jpg 777w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004-768x557.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004-1024x742.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bedtime Guidance<a href="#_edn5" name="_ednref5"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[5]</sup></span></span></a> </strong>can measure your circadian rhythm to suggest the optimal time to go to bed so you wake up refreshed the next morning. <strong>Vascular Load<a href="#_edn6" name="_ednref6"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[6]</sup></span></span></a></strong><a href="#_edn6" name="_ednref6"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></a>helps monitor the stress levels on your vascular system during sleep. Providing insights on various lifestyle factors including sleep, stress and activity, it helps you adopt a more comprehensive approach to managing your health.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch8 series introduces <strong>Antioxidant Index<a href="#_edn7" name="_ednref7"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[7]</sup></span></span></a></strong><a href="#_edn7" name="_ednref7"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></a>for the first time in a smartwatch, enabling you to measure carotenoid levels in just five seconds and make informed lifestyle choices for healthy aging.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Whether you’re a novice or experienced runner, the Galaxy Watch8 series delivers personalised fitness insights to keep you motivated when you need it most. <strong>Running Coach<a href="#_edn8" name="_ednref8"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[8]</sup></span></span></a></strong> calculates your fitness level from 1 to 10 and develops a tailored training plan complete with real-time guidance and motivational insights. With the updated <strong>Together</strong> feature, which now supports running, you can gamify your fitness journey by challenging friends and family.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-21264 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="1044" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002-777x563.jpg 777w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002-768x557.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002-1024x742.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If high level of stress persists, <strong>High Stress Alert</strong> will immediately signal so that you can take a break to help manage your stress levels in real-time. With <strong>Mindfulness and Stress Tracker<a href="#_edn9" name="_ednref9"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[9]</sup></span></span></a></strong>you can record your mood and receive guidance on breathing exercises to relieve your stress – all at once on your wrist.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Plus, the AI-powered <strong>Energy Score<a href="#_edn10" name="_ednref10"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[10]</sup></span></span></a></strong>gives you a snapshot of your energy level, combining physical and mental energy metrics so you can have a healthier day, every day.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3><strong>Easier Watch Interaction with Wear OS and Gemini</strong></h3>
<p>Developed in close collaboration with Google, the Galaxy Watch8 series is the first smartwatch equipped with <strong>Wear OS 6</strong> as well as <strong>Gemini<a href="#_edn11" name="_ednref11"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[11]</sup></span></span></a>, </strong>Google’s AI assistant, as pre-loaded. Go hands-free using natural voice commands to get things done on the go with your Galaxy Watch apps like Samsung Health, Calendar, Reminder, and Clock. For example, you can ask Gemini to find a nearby cafe and text a friend to meet you there, all in one go. Or, if you’re ready to start your workout and you have a goal in mind, simply say, “Start a 30-minute run.” The watch seamlessly initiates the workout in Samsung Health.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In addition, thanks to the new <strong>One UI 8 Watch</strong>, the user interface is optimised for the size and shape of the watch face. The new <strong>Multi-Info Tiles</strong> provide easy access to health metrics, weather, events and more – all in a single, quick look. Moreover, the new <strong>Now Bar</strong> and depthless notifications ensure key activities are front and center.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Tailored to Match Every Lifestyle </strong></h3>
<p>Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic and the new Galaxy Watch Ultra are available for pre-order starting today, July 9 and widely available in operators, retailers and on samsung.com/uk from July 25.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Featuring a sleek and minimalist design, <strong>Galaxy Watch8</strong> is designed for everyday wellness. Available in 44mm or 40mm sizes and in Graphite or Silver, it provides comfort and style for daily activities.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Meanwhile, <strong>Galaxy Watch8 Classic</strong> brings timeless sophistication to the wrist with modern features such as a rotating bezel and a quick button for added convenience. The Classic model measures 46mm and comes in Black and White. Plus, both models can be matched with a range of stylish bands<a href="#_edn12" name="_ednref12"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[12]</sup></span></span></a> designed to suit diverse lifestyles.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For those who love outdoor adventures, <strong>Galaxy Watch Ultra</strong> is the most advanced and durable Galaxy Watch model yet. Available in four titanium finishes including the new Titanium Blue, it offers the longest battery life and the most robust performance in the lineup.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you’re looking for a more discreet wearable that offers continuous health tracking, <strong>Galaxy Ring</strong> boasts superior comfort and up to seven days of battery life. Available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver and Titanium Gold, the Galaxy Ring comes in sizes 5-15.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3><strong>Pricing </strong></h3>
<p><strong> </strong>Galaxy Watch8 RRP:</p>
<ul>
<li>40mm BT &#8211; £319.00</li>
<li>40mm LTE &#8211; £369.00</li>
<li>44mm BT &#8211; £349.00</li>
<li>44mm LTE &#8211; £399.00</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Watch8 Classic RRP:</p>
<ul>
<li>46mm BT – £449.00</li>
<li>46mm LTE – £499.00</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Watch8 Ultra RRP:</p>
<ul>
<li>47mm LTE – £599.00</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3><strong>Offers</strong></h3>
<p><strong> </strong>Pre-order the new Galaxy Watches and get 10% off when you pre-order with any Z Series or S Series smartphones<a href="#_edn13" name="_ednref13"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[13]</sup></span></span></a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pre-order any new Galaxy Z Series smartphone or Watch8 on Samsung.com and get a selected pair of silver Buds free with code ZLIVE<a href="#_edn14" name="_ednref14"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[14]</sup></span></span></a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Claim a Duo Wireless Charger &amp; a Camel Hybrid Band worth £130 when you purchase a Samsung Galaxy Watch8 or Watch8 Classic from samsung.com or Participating Retailers between 9<sup>th</sup> July – 2<sup>nd</sup> September 2025<a href="#_edn15" name="_ednref15"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[15]</sup></span></span></a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Claim a Duo Wireless Charger &amp; a Blue Trail Band worth £150 when you purchase a Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra from samsung.com or Participating Retailers between 9<sup>th</sup> July – 2<sup>nd</sup> September 2025<sup>20</sup>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For your peace of mind, Samsung Care+ offers cover for accidental damage, repairs, and replacements. Starting 9 July 2025, new customers can enjoy three months of Samsung Care+ for free, with monthly payments beginning only from the fourth month. This limited-time offer is available until 23 September 2025<a href="#_edn16" name="_ednref16"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[16]</sup></span></span></a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>To learn more about Galaxy Watch8 series and Galaxy Ring, please visit: <span><a href="http://www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy-watch">www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy-watch</a></span> or <span><a href="http://www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy-ring">www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy-ring</a></span>.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Galaxy Watch8 Series Specifications</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<table width="623">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong> </strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194"><strong>Galaxy Watch8</strong></td>
<td width="163"><strong>Galaxy Watch8 Classic</strong></td>
<td width="163"><strong>Galaxy Watch8 Ultra</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Colour</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194">&#8211; 44mm: Graphite, Silver</p>
<p>&#8211; 40mm: Graphite, Silver</td>
<td width="163">Black, White</td>
<td width="163">Titanium Blue</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Dimension<a href="#_edn17" name="_ednref17"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[17]</sup></span></span></a><br />
&amp; Weight<a href="#_edn18" name="_ednref18"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[18]</sup></span></span></a></strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194">&#8211; 44mm: 43.7mm x 46mm x 8.6t (34.0g)</p>
<p>&#8211; 40mm: 40.4mm x 42.7mm x 8.6t (30.0g)</td>
<td width="163">46.4mm x 46mm x 10.6t (63.5g)</td>
<td width="163">47.4 x 47.4 x 12.1mm</p>
<p>(60.5g)</p>
<p>&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Display</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194">Sapphire Crystal</p>
<p>&#8211; 44mm: 1.47-inch (480&#215;480)</p>
<p>Super AMOLED, Full Colour Always On Display</p>
<p>&#8211; 40mm: 1.34-inch (438&#215;438)</p>
<p>Super AMOLED, Full Colour Always On Display</td>
<td width="163">Sapphire Crystal</p>
<p>1.34-inch (438&#215;438)</p>
<p>Super AMOLED, Full Colour Always On Display</td>
<td width="163">Sapphire Crystal</p>
<p>1.47-inch (480&#215;480)</p>
<p>Super AMOLED, Full Colour Always On Display</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Processor</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">Exynos W1000 (5 Core, 3nm)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Memory<br />
&amp; Storage</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194">2GB memory + 32GB storage</td>
<td width="163">2GB memory + 64GB storage</td>
<td width="163">2GB memory + 64GB storage</p>
<p>&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Battery<a href="#_edn19" name="_ednref19"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[19]</sup></span></span></a>(typical)</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="194">&#8211; 44mm: 435mAh</p>
<p>&#8211; 40mm: 325mAh</td>
<td width="163">445mAh</td>
<td width="163">590mAh</p>
<p>&nbsp;</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Charging<a href="#_edn20" name="_ednref20"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[20]</sup></span></span></a></strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">Fast Charging (WPC-based wireless charging)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>OS<a href="#_edn21" name="_ednref21"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[21]</sup></span></span></a></strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">Wear OS Powered by Samsung (Wear OS 6)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>UI</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">One UI 8 Watch</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Sensor</strong></td>
<td width="187">Samsung BioActive Sensor (Optical Bio-signal Sensor + Electrical Heart Signal + Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis), Temperature Sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor</td>
<td colspan="2" width="169">Samsung BioActive Sensor (Optical Bio-signal Sensor + Electrical Heart Signal + Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis), Temperature Sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, 3D Hall sensor</td>
<td width="163">Samsung BioActive Sensor (Optical Bio-signal Sensor + Electrical Heart Signal + Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis), Temperature Sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, 3D Hall sensor</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Connectivity</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">LTE&lt;<a href="#_edn22" name="_ednref22"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[22]</sup></span></span></a>, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 2.4+5GHz, NFC, L1+L5 Dual-Frequency GPS (GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Durability<a href="#_edn23" name="_ednref23"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[23]</sup></span></span></a></strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="357">5ATM + IP68 / MIL-STD-810H</td>
<td width="163">10ATM + IP68 + MIL-STD 810H</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="104"><strong>Compatibility</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="520">Android 11.0 or higher and with more than 1.5GB of memory<a href="#_edn24" name="_ednref24"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[24]</sup></span></span></a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref1" name="_edn1"><span>[1]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref2" name="_edn2"><span>[2]</span></a> Compared to the previous Galaxy Watches.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref3" name="_edn3"><span>[3]</span></a>Requires a Galaxy smartphone running Android 12 or above.  Do not use feature if you are pregnant or have previously been diagnosed with sleep apnoea.  22 years+ only.  Intended to detect signs of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea over a two-night period.  Feature will not detect central sleep apnoea.  Does not replace diagnosis or treatment by a healthcare professional.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref4" name="_edn4"><span>[4]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref5" name="_edn5"><span>[5]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref6" name="_edn6"><span>[6]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref7" name="_edn7"><span>[7]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref8" name="_edn8"><span>[8]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref9" name="_edn9"><span>[9]</span></a>Information provided is intended solely for education purposes and shouldn’t replace professional advice or treatment.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref10" name="_edn10"><span>[10]</span></a>Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. 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</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref11" name="_edn11"><span>[11]</span></a>Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Requires internet connection and Google Account login. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref12" name="_edn12"><span>[12]</span></a>Sold separately.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref13" name="_edn13"><span>[13]</span></a> Purchase from Samsung.com by 24.07.2025. Discount applies automatically at checkout when eligible products are added to the basket. Up to two discounted products. The discount will be applied to the two devices with the lowest values only.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref14" name="_edn14"><span>[14]</span></a>Pre-order from Samsung.com by 23:59 10.07.25. Apply code at checkout to redeem. Code adds to basket a pair of Galaxy Buds3 Pro with purchases of any Z Fold7, Buds3 with any Z Flip7, or Buds FE with any Watch8. Colour of Buds cannot be changed. Code limited to one use per customer</span></em>.</p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref15" name="_edn15"><span>[15]</span></a>Purchase a Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, or Watch Ultra by 02.09.2025 from a Participating Retailer. Claim by visiting: <u>www.samsungoffers.claims/GalaxyWatch2025</u> by 02.10.2025. UK/ROI. 18+ only. For full T&amp;C’s, see <span><a href="http://www.samsungoffers.claims/GalaxyWatch2025">here</a></span></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref16" name="_edn16"><span>[16]</span></a>Samsung Care+ provides cover for accidental damage, including cracks, spills, and drops &#8211; with the option to add theft cover for even greater peace of mind. Whether shopping online or in-store, customers can enroll in Samsung Care+ at the time of purchase or within 60 days of buying their new device. Samsung Care+ is underwritten by Assurant General Insurance Limited. Terms, conditions, and excesses apply. Offer available to UK customers only, aged 18 and over</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref17" name="_edn17"><span>[17]</span></a>Measured without health sensors.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref18" name="_edn18"><span>[18]</span></a>Measured without band.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref19" name="_edn19"><span>[19]</span></a>Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model, network environment and other factors. Typical value tested under third-party laboratory conditions. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among battery samples tested under the IEC 61960 standard.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref20" name="_edn20"><span>[20]</span></a>Testing conducted by Samsung using pre-released version of Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic (BT &amp; LTE), each paired to a Samsung phone; all devices tested with prerelease software, Galaxy Watch Magnetic Fast Charging USB C Cable (EP-OL300), and Samsung 25W USB C Power Adapter (EP-TA800). Charge time varies according to region, settings, usage patterns and environmental factors; actual results may vary. Samsung 25W USB C Power Adapter (EP-TA800) sold separately.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref21" name="_edn21"><span>[21]</span></a>Wear OS Powered by Samsung works with phones running Android 12 or later with more than 1.5GB of memory. Compatible devices may vary by market, carrier or device brand.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref22" name="_edn22"><span>[22]</span></a> LTE connectivity only available in LTE models.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref23" name="_edn23"><span>[23]</span></a>Galaxy Watch8 series has obtained MIL-STD 810H Certification: It has undergone a test that repeats from -20°C (1Hr) to 50°C (1Hr) for a total 6 hours.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ednref24" name="_edn24"><span>[24]</span></a>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.</span></em></p>
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