Galaxy Watch users in the US can finally track their blood pressure after years of waiting
Blood pressure tracking now available for US Galaxy Watch users.
Samsung Galaxy Watch users in the US can finally monitor their blood pressure, a feature that has been regionally locked since the Galaxy Watch Active 2's launch in 2020. The blood pressure tracking will be accessible through the Samsung Health Monitor app, but it requires a Galaxy phone and calibration with a traditional upper arm cuff every 28 days to ensure accuracy. This rollout marks a significant change in health monitoring capabilities for US users, aligning them with features available in other regions.
Key Takeaways
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Blood pressure monitoring will roll out to all Galaxy Watch models from Galaxy Watch 4 onward.
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Users must calibrate their watch with an upper arm cuff every 28 days for accurate readings.
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The feature requires a paired Galaxy phone and is accessed through the Samsung Health Monitor app.
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