Samsung is set to revolutionize the wearable tech market with the introduction of an FDA-approved heart-rate monitoring feature in their Galaxy Watch 6 series. This innovative feature, called the Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification (IHRN), empowers users to identify irregular heart rhythms and potential atrial fibrillation (AFib) indicators, paving the way for a new era of proactive health and wellness tracking.
The One UI 5 Watch Update: Ushering in Advanced Health Tracking
The IHRN feature, which has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is an enhancement of the existing Electrocardiogram (ECG) feature on Galaxy Watches. It will make its debut with the One UI 5 Watch update on the Galaxy Watch 6 series. Rumor has it that the new lineup will offer both a standard model and a Classic variant featuring a physical rotating bezel. Once the Watch 6 series hits the market, the IHRN feature will be rolled out to previous Galaxy Watch models.
BioActive Sensor: The Power Behind IHRN’s Accuracy
The IHRN feature is fueled by the BioActive Sensor, first introduced with the Galaxy Watch 4 series. This 3-in-1 sensor merges an optical heart rate sensor, an electrical heart sensor, and a bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor, delivering precise heart rate monitoring. With the BioActive Sensor, the IHRN feature can continuously check for irregular heart rhythms in the background.
One UI 5 Watch Update: Enhancing Safety and Sleep Quality
In addition to the groundbreaking IHRN feature, the One UI 5 Watch update equips Galaxy smartwatches with personalized heart rate zones, advanced safety features like Fall Detection and automatic SOS calls, and tools to improve users’ sleep quality. It’s important to note that this update will only be compatible with Wear OS Galaxy smartwatches, including the Galaxy Watch 4 and later models, and will not be available for older Tizen-powered devices like the Galaxy Watch 3.
A New Era of Health and Wellness Tracking with Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
Samsung’s commitment to proactive safety solutions and providing users with a comprehensive understanding of their cardiovascular and overall health mirrors the growing focus on health and wellness tracking in the wearable technology industry. With its FDA-approved heart-rate monitoring feature, the Galaxy Watch 6 series is poised to become a sought-after choice for consumers in search of a more accurate and complete health-tracking experience.
