Samsung Launches ECG Tracking, Health Monitor BP For Galaxy Watch 6 Users In India: Here’s How You Can Try It

Samsung has announced the launch of Health Monitor BP and electrocardiogram (ECG) tracking features for the Galaxy Watch 6 series in India. The features will be available to users via an over-the-air (OTA) update, the company said in a press release.

The Health Monitor BP and ECG tracking features will allow Galaxy Watch 6 series users to monitor their health, which makes it easier to manage regular medical checkups. The features can be accessed through the Samsung Health Monitor App.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Gets ECG Tracking in India: How To Enable

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 users will need to download the Samsung Health Monitor App from the Galaxy Store. Users can find instructions to measure their BP and ECG. The features will also be available on the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 series.

Thanks to the Photoplethysmogram (PPG) sensor, which is built inside the Galaxy Watch, users can record their systolic and diastolic pressure, as well as pulse rate. This data will be recorded in the Samsung Health Monitor app.

Here’s how to use the Galaxy Watch 6 to measure blood pressure:

• Users will need to download the Samsung Health Monitor app on their Galaxy Watch and Galaxy smartphone.

• They will then need to calibrate their Galaxy Watch based on the instructions on the Health Monitor app.
• It is important to note that users need to wear their Galaxy Watch on the same wrist as during the calibration. Also, the strap needs to be snug to take the measurements accurately.
• Finally, measure blood pressure.

Here’s how users can take their ECG reading using the Galaxy Watch:

• First, users will need to pair their Galaxy Watch with their Galaxy smartphone.
• Next, wear the Galaxy Watch, Make sure, the fit is comfortable and snugly.
• Next, users will need to open the Samsung Health Monitor app on their Galaxy Watch.
• To take an ECG reading, users can rest their fingertip of the opposite hand lightly on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds.
• The ECG data is synced to the paired Galaxy smartphone. Also, the PDF report is created, allowing users to share it with others easily.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Series Price in India, Availability

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series was launched at the company’s Unpacked 2023 event in South Korea in July. The series includes the Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.

The Galaxy Watch 6 can be bought in 40mm and 44mm dial options. The 40mm Bluetooth variant costs Rs 29,999 while the 44mm variant starts at Rs 32,999. The Galaxy Watch 6 will be available in Graphite, Silver, and Gold colour options.

The Classic variant comes in two sizes — 43mm and 47mm. Both models offer Bluetooth and LTE connectivity options. The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic 43mm variant with BT connectivity is priced at Rs 36,999, while the 47mm variant will sell for Rs 39,999. It is offered in two colour options — Black and Silver.