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Garmin Connect App Data Reveals Wrist Temperature Measurement Coming Soon to Garmin Watches

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:53:00 +0000

An indication has come from the Garmin Connect app that the company plans to have skin temperature sensors in future Garmin smartwatches. It is however unclear whether this new temperature tracking feature will be integrated into current Garmin smartwatches.

The new entry discovered in the Garmin Connect app shows that Wrist Temperature Measurement has been added to the Connect app. Currently, none of Garmin smartwatches support such kind of health monitoring. However, it is clear that the company could be close to releasing a smartwatch that will feature wrist temperature measurements. The app omitted any information on the compatibility of the Wrist Temperature feature. The new health monitoring feature could however follow the previous Garmin trajectory. Recently, the company added ECG support to the Venu 2 Plus, but it is unclear whether the new feature can be achieved solely via software upgrades.

A few smartwatches in the market have skin temperature monitoring enabled. The Apple Watch Series 8 and Galaxy Watch5 are two of the popular models that have temperature monitoring. The technology is however still at its teething stage as you cannot use the feature in both models for real-time measurement. The feature is used to either improve menstrual cycle accuracy or aid sleep tracking. Garmin already has a couple of smartwatches lined up for an imminent launch. The Garmin Forerunner 265 series and Forerunner 965 series could well come with the skin temperature monitoring feature. It will be interesting to see how advanced the temperature monitoring feature will be compared with Apple or Samsung smartwatches.

Samsung rolls out the second update in a month for Galaxy Watch5 & Watch5 Pro

Jed John Ikoba — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:37:34 +0000

Samsung‘s latest Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro are getting their second software update in a month. This comes after their August 2022 release and the updates bring stability improvements to the devices.

The Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro are the successors of the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic. They run on the One UI Watch platform and are the first to launch with Wear OS 3.5. Having to roll out two updates in quick succession for the new Galaxy smartwatches could point to inherent problems observed after their launch. Both models do not recharge as quickly as specified pre-launch and they were slightly thicker than expected. Another observed issue was the D-Buckle Sport Band that comes with the Pro model causing problems on some laptops.

The rollout of the updates indicates Samsung’s response to remedy some of the observed shortcomings in the new Galaxy smartwatches. The SM-R900 (Galaxy Watch5) and SM-R925 (LTE version of the Galaxy Watch5 Pro) will benefit from the latest update. The new update is referenced with R9xx0XXU1AVH6 and is undergoing a sequential rollout across the regions. As of this moment, the update is only available in North America. We expect Samsung to scale up the rollout within a short while to cover other continents. The update, according to Samsung, retains the July 2022 set of security patches for the devices.

The new software updates for the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro will enhance overall system stability and reliability. It also applies new stabilization codes for watch operations but no new features are included in the latest update.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch5 Pro & Watch5 Golf Edition launched

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:25:52 +0000

Samsung has finally taken the wraps off the much-awaited latest Galaxy watch models. This time around the company not only launched the Galaxy Watch 5 but also unveiled the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and the Watch 5 Golf Edition. The Galaxy Watch5 improves on features that customers use every day, while the Galaxy Watch5 Pro, the newest model in the Galaxy Watch family, is the company’s most robust and feature-rich timepiece to date.

Samsung Galaxy Watch5

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 – Specs & Features

The next generation of digital health monitoring is powered by Samsung’s own BioActive Sensor, which is a feature of the Galaxy Watch5. The BioActive Sensor, which debuted on the Galaxy Watch4 series, combines three potent health sensors into a single, special chip to provide comprehensive measurements that include heart rate, blood oxygen level, and even stress level. These readings come from the BioActive Sensor. Additionally, users can monitor their ECG from their wrist to gain a greater understanding of their heart health.

The Galaxy Watch5 tracks health parameters with even better accuracy than Galaxy Watch4 because of its larger surface area and closer contact with your wrist. Additionally, the Galaxy Watch5 series’ other sensors, like the recently added temperature sensor, work in conjunction with its potent 3-in-1 BioActive Sensor to give consumers a comprehensive awareness of their wellness. Even when the temperature of your surroundings varies, the temperature sensor uses infrared technology for more precise readings. This creates new opportunities for both users and developers to benefit from brand-new experiences related to health and wellness.

The Galaxy Watch5 provides a full end-to-end user experience that extends beyond fitness activities to include post-workout, rest, and recovery. The Body Composition measuring tool provides a comprehensive picture of the user’s overall health, allowing them to set objectives, guide them through specific workouts, and track progress. When it’s time to relax, the Galaxy Watch5 series provides users with recovery statistics, such as post-cardio heart rate after a hard workout and personalized water consumption recommendations based on sweat loss.

The models also have Sleep Scores, which track sleep stages as well as snore detection and blood oxygen levels. Improve your sleeping habits with sophisticated Sleep Coaching, which provides a month-long guided regimen.

Through SmartThings integration, the Galaxy Watch5 automatically adjusts connected lights, AC units, and TVs to specified sleep settings. Users can rest easy knowing that the improved fall detection will notify an emergency contact if you or a loved one stumbles at home or falls out of bed.

The Galaxy Watch5 has a 13% larger battery and can track eight hours of sleep in just eight minutes, which is 30% faster than the Galaxy Watch4. The Galaxy Watch5 is protected by an extra layer of toughness. Samsung is unveiling its first smartwatch display with a Sapphire Crystal display, which has a 60% tougher outer layer and will keep your watch trustworthy in everyday use.

The smartwatch features Google Assistant voice prompts and, in the near future, Google Maps, allowing users to navigate without a smartphone connection.

Furthermore, One UI Watch4.5 provides a more complete typing experience, a more convenient way to initiate calls, and a slew of new accessibility features that make the Galaxy Watch more intuitive.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

The Galaxy Watch5 Pro is the most recent addition to the Galaxy Watch lineup. Because of its superior materials, the Watch5 Pro is up for any challenge, from hiking to cycling and beyond. It has an improved Sapphire Crystal that is more resistant to wear and tear, as well as a sturdy titanium housing with a protruded bezel design that protects the display. The Galaxy Watch5 Pro also includes a brand-new D-Buckle Sport Band that combines tough sturdiness with a sleek and clean design.

The Galaxy Watch5 Pro boasts the largest battery in a Galaxy Watch. It’s 60% larger than the Galaxy Watch4, which is important for keeping up with you when you tackle a new path. Take advantage of GPX, which is now available for the first time on a Galaxy Watch. Take a hike and record and share it with other trail-lovers on the Samsung Health app with Route Workout.

You can also download hiking and cycling itineraries to help you prepare for your next race or to change your routine. With intuitive Turn-by-turn guidance, you can focus your eyes on the path and not the map as you hike or cycle. When you’re ready to go, the Galaxy Watch5 Pro will alert you. When you’re ready to go home, the Track back features on the Galaxy Watch5 Pro will lead you back the way you came.

Pricing and Availability

The Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro are available for pre-order today through August 25, 2022, with retail availability commencing August 26, 2022. Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Watch5 will receive a free Wireless Charger Duo, $75 off the Galaxy Watch5 or $125 off the Galaxy Watch5 Pro with an eligible smartwatch trade-in, and a $50 Samsung Credit to spend on Galaxy accessories.

The Galaxy Watch5 has a sleek and simple design, as well as capabilities that help you get more done every day. The Large 44mm variant is available in Graphite, Sapphire, and Silver, while the Small 40mm option is available in Graphite, Pink Gold, and Silver, with a Bora Purple strap that combines nicely with the Galaxy Z Flip4. The Bluetooth version of the Galaxy Watch5 will cost $279.99, while the LTE version will cost $329.99.

The Galaxy Watch5 Pro is ideal for adventurers searching for durability, performance, and style. It will be available in Black Titanium and Gray Titanium, with a 45mm display, and will cost $449.99 for Bluetooth and $499.99 for LTE.

The Watch5 series Golf Edition is available in three Bluetooth versions – Watch5 Large 44mm, Watch5 Small 40mm, and Watch5 Pro with a starting price of $329.99. The Golf edition will be available on August 26 on Samsung.com. It includes special watch faces, a two-tone band, and unrestricted access to the Smart Caddie app.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 might come with a Temperature sensor after all

Anurag — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 05:48:27 +0000

The recent beta update of the Samsung Health App almost confirmed that the Galaxy Watch 5 will be available in two variants, a regular Galaxy Watch 5 and a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro (but no classic). Interestingly, the beta update also hints that the upcoming Samsung watch 5 series might come with the long-rumored temperature sensor.

According to a screenshot shared by a Redditor, the Samsung Health app, after the beta update, started showing a toggle for “Skin temperature during sleep”. As the name suggests, this feature could be used to track the skin temperature during the sleep cycle. The temperature sensor feature comes as a surprise because it was earlier reported that Samsung is still far behind with its algorithm, and thus it’s unlikely to launch this feature with the upcoming watch.

Separately, the Health app beta update also confirmed Galaxy Watch 5 and Pro names and hinted that there will be no “Classic” this year. The references to the names were first spotted by 9to5Google. The publication shared a screenshot that shows listings for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro but no signs of the Classic model.

This isn’t the first time the Korean conglomerate has used its Health app to reveal a forthcoming product. Last year, mentions of the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic appeared in the company’s health tracking software roughly a month before their official debut.

The Galaxy Watch 5 will likely be available in 40mm and 42mm sizes, whereas the Pro is expected to come in only one size. The Pro may have a titanium body and sapphire glass. It is expected to sport a large 572mAh battery.

Samsung is yet to make any official announcements regarding the upcoming smartwatches. We expect the upcoming Galaxy watch5 series to launch sometime in August.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro to arrive with a bigger battery and Wear OS

Pranav Sawant — Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:26:23 +0000

Samsung, for some time has been releasing two versions of its Galaxy Watch every year. This year too, the brand is expected to release two Galaxy Watch 5 models — the Watch 5 and Watch 5 Classic. But now a new report from SamMobile reveals that there could be a third model in the series, dubbed the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

The report suggests that the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro will carry the model number SM-R925. It is tipped to come with a big 572mAh battery, as opposed to the 361mAh on the Galaxy Watch 4.

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro’s large battery leads us to believe that it may have a bigger size However, the size of this year’s Watch 5 has been revealed to be 40mm and 44mm by the prior report. It could be that only the Pro model will have a bigger size, but we aren’t sure about the exact size as of now.

Apart from the battery and size, the Watch 5 Pro will have Google’s Wear OS. Some Watch 4 users had previously complained about the battery life of the smartwatch, and it appears to change with this Pro model.

The details for the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro are scarce as of now. Also, this is the first time we are hearing about the Pro model and the company hasn’t officially confirmed anything. That said, do take the above information with a grain of salt.