Samsung launches Galaxy Watch’s Irregular Heart Rhythm feature in Taiwan

Samsung officially launched the Galaxy Watch’s Irregular heart rhythm notification feature in Taiwan. Samsung’s Health Monitor app has received approval from Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration for its irregular heart rhythm feature.

Irregular heart rhythm feature is now officially available in Taiwan, supporting Galaxy Watch 4 series and later models, as well as Samsung smartphones running Android 9 Pie or later operating systems.

After software updates, this feature, when combined with the app’s existing manual ECG detection function, can actively track heart rhythms related to atrial fibrillation (AFib) from the wearer’s wrist, helping users build a healthier lifestyle.

Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heartbeat widely considered a warning sign of serious cardiovascular problems.

It can increase the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other cardiovascular complications. However, since some cases of atrial fibrillation have no symptoms or even no signs, many patients are unaware of their risk.

Samsung Galaxy Watch is equipped with precise BioActive sensors, allowing users to gain a deeper understanding of their health. The One UI 6 Watch update is pending, which could land on your watch in October or November.

After activating the Health Monitor app, this feature will use sensors to check for abnormal heart rhythms and promptly alert users to potential AFib activity, reminding them to conduct an ECG check using their watch for more accurate data.