Samsung expands sleep apnea detection to Galaxy Ring and Watch

Samsung has updated its sleep apnea detection feature, integrating AI algorithms to provide more detailed data on breathing disturbances. The updated function, part of the Samsung Health Monitor app, can now categorize breathing irregularities into three levels of severity: mild, occasional, and frequent.

This update is being rolled out to the Galaxy Ring and specific smartwatch models, including the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9. Samsung notes that the lightweight design of the Galaxy Ring may offer increased comfort for overnight monitoring. To use the feature, users must record at least two nights of data within a ten-day period, wearing the device for at least five hours per night.

The technology has received regulatory approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS). Samsung emphasizes that this tool is intended for adults aged 18 and is designed to recognize signs of moderate to severe sleep apnea. It is not a replacement for professional medical diagnosis or treatment.