HEALTH TRACKING FEATURES

Jun 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung Health: The Subscription Shift?

Samsung Health has been a popular choice for those who prefer a free health app. However, there are whispers that this could change soon. The company is considering a subscription model. This move would align with the upcoming One UI 8 Watch. But will it be a hit or a miss with users? It is not confirmed yet, but it seems likely. Samsung's senior vice president and ...

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May 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fingertip Tech: Huawei's New Watch Trick

The Huawei Watch 5 is making waves, but not in the US. This smartwatch stands out with a unique feature: a fingertip sensor. Most smartwatches track health metrics from the wrist, but the Watch 5 goes a step further. It includes a sensor array on the side that measures EKGs, blood oxygen, and arterial stiffness from the fingertip. This new tech is called "multi-sens...

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Dec 04 2024TECHNOLOGY

What's New with Samsung's Galaxy Watch OS Update?

Samsung is rolling out its One UI 6, which is built on Google’s Wear OS 5, to its Galaxy Watch series. This update is a big deal because it offers better health tracking and sleep management features. For instance, the new Energy Score gives users a comprehensive view of their health based on sleep, activity, and other data. The Sleep Apnea feature can even detect si...

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