Samsung has unveiled a major update to its Samsung Health platform, giving a preview of new AI-powered health features that will arrive on its next-generation Galaxy Watch.
The upcoming update aims to transform the Galaxy Watch from a device that simply tracks health data into a smarter companion that actively helps users understand and improve their wellbeing.
Instead of overwhelming users with charts and numbers, Samsung says the new health features will provide simple daily insights and personalised recommendations based on sleep, activity levels, heart health and overall fitness.
Galaxy Watch Will Alert Users When Something Feels Off
One of the biggest additions is a new Vitals feature, which monitors five key health indicators during sleep, including:
- Heart rate
- Heart rate variability
- Breathing rate
- Blood oxygen levels
- Skin temperature
Rather than sending constant notifications, the watch will only alert users when it detects unusual changes compared to their normal baseline, helping users identify potential signs of fatigue, stress or illness.
New Heart Health Score Simplifies Wellness Tracking
Samsung is also introducing a Heart Health Score, designed to give users a clearer overview of their cardiovascular wellbeing.
The score combines multiple factors including:
- Sleep quality
- Stress levels
- Daily activity
- Body composition
Instead of looking at separate metrics, users will receive a single score that reflects their overall heart health and highlights areas that may need improvement.
Smarter Workout Recommendations
For fitness enthusiasts, Samsung is adding a new Daily Cardio Load feature that tracks how much strain workouts place on the body.
The feature can recommend:
- Training intensity
- Recovery periods
- Daily exercise targets
The goal is to help users avoid overtraining while still making progress toward their fitness goals.
Fitness Index Compares Performance Over Time
Another new addition is the Fitness Index, which evaluates overall fitness levels using data such as:
- Heart rate
- VO2 Max
- Daily step count
Users can then compare their performance with peers and receive personalised goals to improve weaker areas.
Redesigned Samsung Health App
Samsung has also redesigned the Samsung Health app with a cleaner layout focused on five main areas:
- Sleep
- Activity
- Nutrition
- Mindfulness
- Vitals
The updated interface is intended to make it easier for users to understand how different aspects of their health are connected.
Hearing Health Monitoring Comes to Galaxy Devices
Beyond fitness and sleep tracking, Samsung is introducing a new Hearing Health feature.
Using Galaxy devices, users can monitor exposure to loud environments and receive insights into their hearing habits, helping reduce long-term hearing damage from excessive noise.
AI Becomes a Bigger Part of Samsung Health
The announcement highlights Samsung’s growing focus on AI-driven health monitoring.
Rather than simply collecting health data, future Galaxy Watches will use artificial intelligence to analyse trends, identify potential issues and provide personalised guidance throughout the day.
The new features will debut on Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch lineup, which is expected to be unveiled later this year.