On August 11, during Unpacked, Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic were officially unveiled. In addition to representing the new high-end smartwatches of the South Korean giant, they also integrate the Wear 3 operating system born as a result of the partnership between Samsung and Google (and Fitbit).
No Blood Glucose Detection
In addition to the numerous technical features of both smartwatches – we advise you to watch the video at the bottom of the news to find out our first impressions of them – many are wondering if wearables are finally able to monitor blood sugar levels. The reason for this curiosity is simple: in recent months, in the midst of rumors and leaks, there was talk that the future generation of Galaxy Watch would offer this possibility.
In reality, neither Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 nor Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic have the technology necessary to monitor this very important value for those suffering from diabetes. The ECG sensor available on the back of both smartwatches, in tandem with the BioActive sensor, can track heart rate 24/7, monitor blood pressure, detect irregular atrial fibrillation, measure blood oxygen levels (SpO2), calculate body composition and much more.
Perhaps Samsung will be able to insert the technology necessary for glucose monitoring into the next generation of smartwatches, but so far we remember that all the measurements made by the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic are not intended as replacements for specialized medical care.
