Samsung finally activates ECG in Galaxy Watch Active 2

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 smart watch debuted a year ago with a sensor for measuring readings

electrocardiogram (ECG), but until now this feature has been disabled. Now Samsung has finally activated the ECG.

How it works

Let us remind you that all this time the company was waiting for approvalregulatory authorities in different countries. At the end of May, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety of South Korea (MFDS) gave permission to activate the ECG in the Galaxy Watch Active 2. Now the function has been enabled on the Galaxy Watch Active 2, although so far only in South Korea. It is not yet clear when ECG will be activated in other countries.

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To use the sensor, you mustinstall the Samsung Health Monitor application on your smartphone. Within 30 seconds, the device will measure your heart rate and rhythm, which will be classified as sinus rhythm (normal, regular heartbeat) or atrial fibrillation (heart beats irregularly).

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Samsung emphasizes that the watch is not a medical device, so the data obtained should not be used for treatment. In this case, it is better to consult a doctor.

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