Samsung Developing Sleep Apnea Detection for Galaxy Watches to Identify Symptoms Early

Samsung is developing a sleep apnea detection feature for the Health Monitor app on Galaxy Watch models. It uses the watch's sensors to monitor blood oxygen levels during sleep.

The feature will analyze oxygen data to estimate the user's Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), which measures the severity of sleep apnea.

Samsung is currently seeking regulatory approval to launch the feature in South Korea in early 2024.

The announcement hints at a future global launch, as it was made in multiple languages and cites data from American medical institutions.

Sleep apnea can lead to poor sleep quality, high blood pressure, cardiac issues, and strokes. The detection feature aims to identify symptoms early.