Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 receives extensive update

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Users of Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 can expect new features. Because Samsung has carried out a comprehensive update for the smartwatch. which contains many new features but not the long-awaited ECG function.

Samsung today announced another update to the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2, which is priced at approximately 220 euros on Amazon. This still does not bring the long-awaited EKG function to Germany, but it does bring some other interesting and useful functions.

Fall detection is a new feature. If the smartwatch detects a fall, it can manually send an SOS message to up to four previously defined emergency contacts. Even if this feature is mainly aimed at the elderly, it may be useful for athletes.

The new case detection ensures more security, especially for older people. (Image: Samsung)

Joggers will benefit from the new running analysis. Thanks to better records when jogging. Wearable devices can provide more comprehensive running statistics. Another new feature is the measurement of VO2 max, which can determine the maximum oxygen absorption in the blood, thereby assessing the level of health.

New functions for athletes. (Image: Samsung)

On the Galaxy Watch Active2, not only the emoji and notification photos are displayed, but also the suggested options can be easily responded by using “Smart Reply”. For messages, chat history will be displayed instead of just a single message. In addition, AR Emoji stickers and Bitmoji stickers can now be used to reply directly from the smartwatch.

Improved communication on the Galaxy Watch Active2. (Image: Samsung)

There are also some innovations in music playback because you can directly access playlists on your smartphone. In addition, with scroll capture, screenshots can be sent directly from the smartwatch to the smartphone.

Other innovations for the Galaxy Watch Active2. (Image: Samsung)