Last updated: October 18th, 2025 at 10:17 UTC+02:00


Sleep Apnea detection comes to Galaxy Watches in one more country

This feature can help you detect issues related to breathing during sleep early, allowing for timely intervention and treatment.

Asif Iqbal Shaik

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The Sleep Apnea detection feature debuted last year with the Galaxy Watch 7 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra. However, the feature isn't available in all the countries worldwide due to local health regulations and certifications. Now, Samsung has started rolling out the feature in one more Asian country.

Galaxy Watches get Sleep Apnea detection in Thailand

Samsung has started rolling out the Sleep Apnea detection feature in Thailand. It arrives as an update to the Samsung Health Monitor app on Galaxy smartphones and smartwatches. After updating the apps, you have to turn on the feature on the phone and the watch. Sleep Apnea detection is available on all Galaxy Watches released since the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic.

  • Galaxy Watch 4
  • Galaxy Watch 4 Classic
  • Galaxy Watch 5
  • Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
  • Galaxy Watch 6
  • Galaxy Watch 6 Classic
  • Galaxy Watch 7
  • Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024 and 2025)
  • Galaxy Watch 8
  • Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
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Sleep Apnea is a health condition where a person’s breathing becomes shallow or stops for a few seconds during sleep. It can be caused by tiredness, poor sleep, bad sleeping habits, and other health conditions. If left untreated, it can lead to long-term health problems such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and heart attack. Early detection of Sleep Apnea allows for timely medical intervention and treatment.

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samsung health monitor galaxy watch update sleep apnea detection feature thailand

This feature is now available in over 70 countries, including Canada, USA, Europe, Australia, and Singapore. If Sleep Apnea is detected, Samsung Health app advises changes in the lifestyle that can improve health and overall wellness. Sleep Coaching is one such feature that lasts 3-4 weeks and helps you develop health habits to improve the quality of sleep.