JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 01 June 2020 – Emphasising Samsung’s renewed focus on health and wellbeing, the Galaxy Watch Active2 Under Armour Edition is the product partnership that runners have been waiting for. This special edition watch is designed for people that love to run and want to improve their running fitness and form, with unique features that provide a connected running experience. Now, armed with just a watch connected to their running shoes and without the need for a phone, runners can do what they couldn’t do before. Cadence-based, real-time form coaching and Premium access to the world’s largest fitness community – MapMyRun – create an ecosystem experience that brings runners accurate data, more intuitive coaching and better overall exercise experiences. Six months of free MapMyRun Premium Membership access, with training plans, is included with the watch.

“We’re pleased to partner with Under Armour. They are a brand wholly focussed on meaningful fitness goals, which is why we designed the Galaxy Watch Active2 with unique features to amplify the experience of running, monitoring performance and improving overall well-being. It’s a unique and exciting synergy between technology and footwear, ” said Justin Hume, Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa.

Exclusively on Galaxy Watch Active2 Under Armour Edition, when the smartwatch is paired with the UA HOVR running shoes, users also get real-time stats on stride length and real-time form coaching, improving the users’ overall fitness performance and technique as if running alongside a coach. This real-time feedback is only available on Galaxy Watch Active and Active2.

Always on Run Coaching

Using data from Galaxy Watch Active2 or from Under Armour Connected Footwear, users will see visual feedback and hear audio cues during workouts, which will help them improve their stride, maintain their pace and continue on the path to conquer their fitness goals. With real-time coaching based on data collected from the watch, the user can also adjust their form as they are running based on the personalised feedback they receive. Post-workout, users receive in-depth form analysis and detailed coaching tips on their smartphone, giving users a perspective on running form that is not available in any other product.

During workouts, the watch display will optimise for key data such as heart rate, pace and form, so users can view real time stats to track their progress against the plan. And it can also be effortlessly paired with the Samsung Galaxy Buds+, powered by AKG. This allows users to hear audio coaching cues throughout the workout to guide them towards their goals. The Galaxy Buds+ can also be used to listen to pre-loaded music. After workouts, you can connect to your smartphone, to see more detailed workout reports for added insights.

Stay Connected Every Stride

In 2019, all of Under Armour’s HOVR high performance running footwear connects seamlessly to MapMyRun. Through supported Samsung devices, users can connect directly to their Samsung smartwatch and receive the same level of coaching and feedback.

“At Under Armour, every product we design is built around the mission to make all athletes better, and we believe that perfectly aligns with Samsung’s mission to create products that enrich people’s lives and build a new future. We are motivated to continue to push the limits of performance and technology through our relationship with Samsung; together we are paving the path for the future for immersive workout experiences. The introduction of the Galaxy Watch Active2 Under Armour Edition, combined with our UA HOVR connected footwear and unique MapMyRun experience, will help runners improve their running form and ultimately their performance,” Paul Fipps, Chief Digital Officer at Under Armour.

The purposefully designed Galaxy Watch Active2 Under Armour Edition comes in a lightweight, sporty, aluminum body, with a specially developed watch face and two size options – the 44mm with black strap for R8999*, and the 40mm with mod gray strap will be R8499*. Both straps are made with a soft FKM silicone material with breathable design, ensuring the best comfort for performance.

Fit For Every Part of Life

With the Galaxy Watch Active2 Under Armour Edition, there is in fact a world of a difference compared to a regular smartwatch. It can even control your phone’s camera to capture those amazing views along the way. If the road takes you past the gym, paying for a smoothie is now a delicious treat with Samsung Pay and all your bank cards safely loaded on your watch. And if that’s music to your ears, then Spotify will be too, as this watch even has you covered with those must-have motivational running tunes.

*Recommended Retail Price

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – May 15, 2020 – It’s no doubt that inactivity can lead to a number of health issues, including weight gain, low energy and even depression. On the other hand, constant activity can prevent and may even reverse many of these issues. In fact, exercise is an instant hit of happy hormones. Once you’ve decided on a more active lifestyle, the right mindset and tools matter. The Galaxy Watch Active2 helps take care of both. It’s a helping hand that effortlessly motivates and reminds you to keep your goals on track.

“As part of the Galaxy family, Galaxy Watch Active2 is purposefully designed with new, intuitive, and refined features to bring more customisation to your lifestyle, enhancing your health and wellness as well as enabling seamless, connected living. The Galaxy Watch Active2 lets you live better through small, yet meaningful, daily changes, from reaching wellness goals such as sleep, fitness, and stress management to completing tasks efficiently, “ says Justin Hume. Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa.

Purposeful Design, Customised to Your Life

The Galaxy Watch Active2 is masterfully designed to be both beautiful and customisable to your life. It comes in two different sizes—44mm and 40mm in diameter—and two styles: lightweight aluminium with a casual Fluoroelastomer (FKM) Band, and premium solid stainless steel with a leather strap.

The Perfect Companion for Your Wellness Goals

The Galaxy Watch Active2 also serves as your guide to improved health and wellness, providing actionable insights that can help you make positive lifestyle choices in your diet, exercise, mental health, sleep and more. With exercise, for example, this innovative smartwatch can manually track more than 39 workouts with seven of them automatically activated—including running, walking, cycling, swimming, rowing machine, elliptical machine and dynamic workouts. With an updated Running Coach, you can monitor your running pace in real-time and enjoy seven different running programs to help meet your goals. The Galaxy Watch Active2 even incorporates innovative new health sensors on the back, which take in readings faster, so you know you’re getting insights quickly to maximise your fitness routine and stay on track.

Integral Part of the Galaxy Ecosystem

As part of the Galaxy family, the Galaxy Watch Active2 brings the best of Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem to the smartwatch for those who want to do it all. When the Galaxy Watch Active2 is paired to your Galaxy smartphone,¹ for example, the Watch Camera Controller² on the Galaxy Watch Active2 allows you to take photos, start recording a video, preview footage on the watch, switch between front and rear lenses, set a timer and then check the final photo or video—all from your wrist. You can also use Wireless PowerShare on your Galaxy smartphone to charge your smartwatch in an easy and intuitive way.

Plus, all the Samsung services you get with the Galaxy ecosystem – like Samsung Health, SmartThings, Samsung Pay, and more—are seamlessly integrated with your watch and across your devices. You can use, for example, Bixby to navigate your watch, start a workout or check the weather. Of course, everything you do on your watch is protected by Knox technology. And if you’re on track with your goals you’ll find your happy place so much easier.

Product Specifications

1 Galaxy S10e/S10/S10+/S10 5G, S9, S9+, Note10, Note10+ and Note9
2 Downloadable from Galaxy App Store. The app is compatible with Galaxy S10e/S10/S10+/S10 5G, Note10, Note10 +, Note9, S9, S9+

3 Beidou is not included in the US version

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

“We are pleased to welcome Nedbank to the Samsung Pay platform. This is a collaboration that will connect even more people to our innovative and secure technology. The momentum is now firmly in favour of the country’s most widely accepted contactless payment system. Samsung Pay will support millions of South Africans need for additional uses of digital systems and their mobile devices. As part of this roll out we have also extended the offering to our mass devices such as the A30s making it available to even more people,” says Justin Hume, Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa.

Samsung Pay, a secure and simple digital wallet instantly gives supported Galaxy Phones and Wearables the functionality of bank and loyalty cards, that can be used almost anywhere, you can swipe or tap a card. The Samsung Knox technology built into your device constantly monitors your phone to keep your information safe. Every transaction uses an encrypted digital token for added security, so your actual card number is never used during a transaction and your token information is encrypted in a separate and secure data vault at all times.

“As the world becomes increasingly digitised, consumers’ expectations from banks have changed. Client expect their banking solutions to be as easy and seamless and mirror their experiences on other platforms. Therefore, as a financial services institution that strives to offer seamless, easy and safe payments mechanisms we have made Samsung Pay available to our customers. Through such collaborations, we are able to deliver a convenient banking solution, and share the vision of seeing money differently with every client.” says Chipo Mushwana, Divisional Executive of Emerging Payments at Nedbank.

Samsung Pay can be downloaded, for free, from the Google Play store or Galaxy Store depending on your Galaxy device. Once you load your bank cards, paying is always just a quick tap away. It’s convenience and safety on the go.

* Samsung Pay can be used with the following devices: Galaxy Note 10+, Note 10, Note10 Lite, Note 9, Note 8, Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, S20 Ultra, S20+, S20, S10+, S10, S10e, S9/S9+, S8/S8+, S7/S7 edge, A71, A51, A9, A80, A8, A70, A7 (2017), A5 (2017), A30s, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active 2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear S3 and Gear Sport Watch.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 20 March 2020 – Growth continues unabated on Samsung Pay, the most widely accepted mobile payment solution in South Africa. Samsung Pay has seen a dramatic uptake in usage reaching the one million transactions mark in August 2019 followed shortly thereafter by the two million transactions milestone in February 2020, clearly indicating its’ growing popularity. The effortlessly simple and secure mobile payment solution has changed the way we pay, with the ability to activate multiple payment cards from our banking partners in one digital wallet. Samsung Pay has partnered with the following major banking institutions including Absa, Standard Bank, FNB, RMB Private Bank, Discovery Bank, Investec and recently Nedbank.

“Samsung Pay has redefined what consumers can expect from a digital wallet,” said Justin Hume, Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa. “It has paved the path to mobile payments in the country by providing our customers with a safe and secure service they can use almost anywhere they shop. The impressive growth locally shows that South Africans are joining the other 26 launched countries in proving the value of this intelligent payment solution.”

This secure and simple digital wallet instantly gives Samsung Pay supported Galaxy Phones and Wearables the functionality of bank and loyalty cards, that can be used almost anywhere you can swipe or tap a card. Samsung Knox technology build into your device constantly monitors your phone to keep your information safe. Your card information is encrypted in a separate and secure data vault at all times. Every transaction uses an encrypted digital token for added security, so your actual card number is never used during a transaction. Samsung Pay can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store or Galaxy Store depending on your Galaxy device. Once you load your bank cards and loyalty cards, paying is always just a quick tap away. It’s convenience on the go.

* Samsung Pay can be used with the following devices: Galaxy Note 10+, Note 10, Note10 Lite, Note 9, Note 8, Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, S20 Ultra, S20+, S20, S10+, S10, S10e, S9/S9+, S8/S8+, S7/S7 edge, A71, A51, A9, A80, A8, A70, A7 (2017), A5 (2017), A30s, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active 2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear S3 and Gear Sport Watch.