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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 to bring these upgrades over Watch 4
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is undoubtedly the best smartwatch available in the market at this time. Pre-installed with Wear OS, the wearable has various features and functionalities that other smartwatch users are still waiting for. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch 5 is coming and users’ expectations are getting higher.
You all might want to know what will be the improvements in the upcoming Galaxy Watch. Here are some of the changes and upgrades that the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series will bring over the Galaxy Watch 4 series.
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Galaxy Watch 5 ‘Pro’ variant coming
Samsung is yet to announce it officially but it’s almost confirmed that this year, Samsung will bring the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro model. It doesn’t mean that there are three models like the vanilla, Pro, and Classic, the company is dropping the old ‘Classic’ model.
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Galaxy Watch 5 Design
The Galaxy Watch 4 looks great. And rotating bezel of its ‘Classic’ model was loved was users. However, by dropping the Classic model, the company is also ditching the rotating bezel, as per the reports.
Users are expecting a way better design and look than the current model, famous tipster on the other hand claims that the Watch 5 will be the ugliest smartwatch in history. It will feature a very wide bezel and has no scales.
It was also revealed that unlike the Galaxy Watch 4 which uses aluminum and the Galaxy 4 Classic which has a stainless steel case, the Watch 5 equips a titanium case.
Galaxy Watch 5 Battery life
The Galaxy Watch 5 duo (40mm and 44mm) and the Watch 5 Pro are confirmed to boast bigger batteries as well as charging speeds – 572mAh battery and 10W fast charging speed. It should be mentioned that this is a huge upgrade as the highest charging speed of the Galaxy watch was only 5W. Also, the current model features a 361mAh battery.
Galaxy Watch 5 Features
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 lineup will come pre-installed with Wear OS. The Watch 4 has recently received the long-awaited Google Assistant but the Galaxy Watch 5 series will have this out of the box.
Other than this, the wearable will feature new health and fitness tracking technologies, it might be able to measure body temperature. It will also come with sensors to track your heart rate, blood pressure, ECG, body composition, SpO2, sleep, sports activity, and others.
Galaxy Watch 5 Price
Considering how the company is approaching the Galaxy Watch 5 series, the price of the wearables could be on par with the price of the Watch 4 series. To let you know, the Watch 4 40mm variant costs $249, and the Watch 4 Classic price stats that $349 for the 42mm model.
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Your Samsung Galaxy Watch could soon get standalone RCS support. Google is preparing to roll out standalone RCS to Wear OS smartwatches with a future Messages app update. Galaxy Watch users will also benefit alongside Pixel Watch users.
EU forced Apple to adopt the RCS messaging standard in its iOS. The decision brought rich communication standard features into the limelight. Now, Google is working to enhance RCS usability on its Wear OS platform.
AndroidAuthority discovered some flags within Google Messages v20240926, suggesting standalone RCS arrival on Wear OS. The addition of new flags suggests that the company is preparing to roll out independent RCS support.
At present Wear OS doesn’t support native RCS messaging on watches. You need to keep your watch paired to the smartphone to send and receive messages. An updated Google Messages version would address the support concern.
Google Messages on Wear OS indeed has a relatively smaller user base than Android. Since smartwatches have small screens, users refrain from typing longer text while replying, still, it’s a welcome move slated to end lack of support.
The move is to make Google Messages function the same as WhatsApp. The latter is available as a native application on Wear OS, whereas Google Messages on Wear OS essentially mirrors the Google Messages app on your phone.
If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, you may have noted a regular Watch Manager stop messages after deleting the Galaxy Wearable app. This issue can occur when the Galaxy Wearable app is removed while using the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds simultaneously.
According to the community moderator, it is important to delete the Manager app along with the Galaxy Wearable app. This dual deletion helps prevent unnecessary pop-up notifications and ensures smoother functionality between your devices.
When you uninstall the Galaxy Wearable app, it’s necessary to also delete the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app. To uninstall the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager, follow these simple steps:
- Open Settings on the smartphone connected to your Galaxy Watch 6.
- Now, click on the Apps option.
- Search for the ‘Galaxy Watch6 Manager‘ app in the list.
- Tap on the app, select Delete, and confirm by pressing OK.
After acknowledgment of message pop-ups, Samsung is also planning to release a new update for the Galaxy Watch Manager 6 app to fix this issue. Here’s how to update the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app:
- Open the Galaxy Store on your device.
- Select the Updates option from the Menu.
- Check the Galaxy Watch6 Manager app and proceed with the update.
By following these steps, you can ensure your Galaxy Watch 6 works well and is seamlessly connected with your other devices.
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Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Wearable app, which enhances its user interface and overall functionality. This app helps you manage your wearable devices and track their features right from your phone.
The latest update introduces a new look for the Watch settings interface. The new layout allows for quicker navigation and better access to your favorite settings as the update brings major changes.
Previously, options like watch faces, apps, tiles, and quick settings were shown in a vertical grid, which could feel crowded. Now, they are arranged in a horizontal bar, making it simpler to find what you need.
In addition to the revamped Watch Setting interface, the update also adds a feature to provide a preview of important menu items. Users can now see Notifications, Display, Health, and Pay right under the Watch Settings tab.
By this change, you can easily glance at key options without searching through multiple menus, which adds to the convenience.
Furthermore, the update also brings One UI 6 Watch Faces for older Galaxy smartwatch models. The app’s Watch Faces section added a new “Featured watch faces” tab that lets you download the One UI 6 Watch faces.
Overall, these enhancements improve the experience for Galaxy smartwatch users. You can get the most out of your device with a more organized interface and easy access to essential features.
The new update is available for download through the Galaxy Wearable app and the Galaxy Store. Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the new features and improvements.
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