Katarzyna Petru
Samsung is increasingly marking its presence in the world of health and prevention. During the international forum World Sleep 2025 in Singapore (5–10 September), the company showcased how its latest solutions – from the Galaxy Watch8 to the Samsung Health SDK development tools – are set to help users sleep better and maintain daily balance.
Samsung Health in the Spotlight
At the Samsung Health booth, visitors could participate in a short sleep survey that assigned them to one of eight "sleep animals" – representing different patterns of falling asleep, waking up, and quality of rest.
A lot of attention was also devoted to Samsung Health SDK – a toolkit that enables safe and conscious use of health data. This is another step that shows Samsung not only creates gadgets but genuinely focuses on integrating technology with daily health.
During the symposium on September 9, Jongmin Choi, Vice President of the Health R&D division at Samsung Electronics, spoke about the future of wearables and their role in health prevention:
"Sleep is the foundation of health, and our goal is to provide people with the tools to better understand and improve this process" – emphasized Choi.
Galaxy Watch8 – a watch that knows more than you think
The new series Galaxy Watch8, which debuted in July 2025, is not just a classic activity tracker. It introduces a set of features focused on sleep and health:
Bedtime Guidance – smart tips based on a scientific model of sleep regulation (combining circadian rhythm and sleep need). As a result, the watch suggests better habits and routines.
Sleep Apnea – a feature for detecting symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in individuals over the age of 22. Just two nights of monitoring can signal the need to consult a doctor.
Vascular Load – analysis of vascular load during sleep. A parameter that normally decreases at night, and if it doesn't – it may suggest cardiovascular risk.
Health every day, not just on special occasions
The Galaxy Watch8 goes even further. For the first time in a smartwatch, there is an Antioxidant Index, which measures the level of carotenoids in the skin, providing indirect insight into diet and body condition. Additionally, there is a Running Coach with personalised training plans, an energy indicator, stress alerts, and breathing exercises.
All of this aligns with Samsung's larger vision – to create an ecosystem where sensors, artificial intelligence, and daily habits come together as one. The goal? To transform dry biomedical data into simple tips that genuinely improve health.
It seems that Samsung is really focusing heavily on personalisation and prevention. A watch that not only counts steps but also tells us whether we're sleeping healthily and if it's worth getting tested for sleep apnea is no longer a gadget, but a mini health assistant on our wrist.
