Step and heart rate tracking not working on Samsung smart watch

If the step and heart rate tracking features are not working properly on your watch, the watch band or strap may be too loose or the watch's software might need updating. However, a simple reboot may solve the problem.

Monitor your heart rate on your Samsung smart watch

For the best measurement results Samsung Health measures your heart rate using lights and sensors located on the back of your watch. But you’ll need to make sure you're doing things properly to get the best measurement results. Check out the following information: For a mid-workout measurement, take a brief break before taking your heart rate. Take

Check out what's new on the Samsung Galaxy Watch5

Galaxy Watch5 compatibility The new Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro have a few things in common with the previous Galaxy Watch4 series. Like the standard Galaxy Watch4, both Galaxy Watch5 models include a bezel-less design. So, if you’re switching over from the Galaxy Watch4, you’ll learn how to navigate your Galaxy Watch5 in no time! However,

Properly wear and clean your Samsung smart watch

Clean your watch Clean your wrist and the watch strap or band. Clean your wrist and the watch strap or band after exercising or sweating. Clean it with a soft, lint-free cloth, and dry it thoroughly. Make sure that the Galaxy Watch/Fit is not exposed to dust, sweat, ink, oil, or any chemical products, such as cosmetics, sunscreen, antibacterial spr

Work out with your Galaxy Watch4 or Watch5

Start a workout on your Galaxy Watch4 or Watch5 Your watch can automatically detect when you begin certain exercises, such as Running or Swimming, as long as you have the right settings enabled. However, you can also manually start a workout too if you'd like to make sure the watch is recording everything. Just follow these steps: Swipe up to acces

Update software and apps on your Samsung smart watch

Update the software on your watch When your phone and watch are connected, you can use the Galaxy Wearable app to regularly check for updates. Or, if you initially set up your watch without a phone, you can apply updates from the watch itself. Update watch software with an Android phone Make sure the watch has a good charge on it before starting th

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