Question 1

What are Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 made from?

Accepted Answer

Both Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 have Sapphire Crystal faces. Galaxy Watch Ultra has a titanium frame, and Galaxy Watch7 has an Armor Aluminum frame.

Question 2

Are One-Click Bands from previous models compatible with Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra?

Accepted Answer

All One-Click bands are compatible with Galaxy Watch7 but not with Galaxy Watch Ultra. Galaxy Watch Ultra uses a new Dynamic Lug System which is only compatible with the PeakForm Band, Trail Band and Marine Bands.

Question 3

Can I use my Galaxy Watch to control my Galaxy phone camera?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use your Galaxy Watch to see exactly what your phone is seeing. Line up the perfect shot, switch between photo and video modes, zoom in and out, set timers and more right from your wrist.

Question 4

What AI voice assistant services are supported?

Accepted Answer

Bixby and Google Voice Assistant are supported. Bixby come included and integrates with Galaxy AI so you can use hands-free voice commands for features like Live Translate.

Question 5

How water resistant are Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch Ultra is IP68 rated with 10 ATM of water resistance meaning you can confidentally swim in the ocean while wearing it. Galaxy Watch7 is IP68 rated with 5 ATM of water resistance meaning it is suitable for pool swimming when in Water lock mode. Both Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 meet MID-STD-810H durability standards for temperature, altitude and dust.

Question 6

What smartphones are Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 compatible with?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 are compatible with smartphone running Android 11.0 or higher & RAM 1.5GB above. They are not compatible with iOS devices.

Question 7

What health monitoring sensors are built in?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 feature heart rate, ECG, BIA, blood oxygen, temperature, accelerometer, gyroscope, alti-barometer, compass and ambient light sensors—all integrated into the BioActive Sensor which uses 3X more LEDs than before for more precise workout and sleep monitoring.

Question 8

How do I measure my body composition or BMI?

Accepted Answer

Go to the Samsung Health app and tap Body composition. Follow the instructions, enter your weight and begin the measurement by placing your middle and ring fingers on the Home and Back buttons to begin the measurement. Wait about 15 seconds for your results to appear.

Question 9

What sleep tracking features are supported?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 feature Sleep Coaching with apnea detection and sleep scores to show the quality of your sleep. They can also track sleep stages, movement, blood oxygen, snoring, sleeping heart rate and respiratory rate.

Question 10

How do I use sleep apnea and snoring detection?

Accepted Answer

Sleep apnea detection is a first of it's kind feature for Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7. To utilize the feature, users can simply track their sleep twice for more than four hours within a ten-day period. Snoring detection automatically starts when Galaxy Watch detects that you're asleep sleep. The default setting is OFF. Turn snoring detection ON through the Samsung Health app on your phone.

Question 11

How do I measure my blood oxygen (SpO2)?

Accepted Answer

Blood oxygen is automatically measured during sleep tracking on your watch using infrared sensors. The default setting is OFF. Turn blood oxygen measurement ON through the Samsung Health app on your phone.

Question 12

How do I take an ECG (electrocardiogram) test?

Accepted Answer

For accurate results, take the test while sitting still in a chair with your feet on the ground and your forearms resting on table. Make sure your watch is connected to a compatible Galaxy phone. Open the ECG app on your Galaxy Watch and follow the instructions.

Question 13

How do I use Cycle Tracking?

Accepted Answer

Cycle tracking uses skin temperature measured while you sleep to help track predict your menstrual cycle. Access Cycle Tracking in the Samsung Health app.

Question 14

What are Heart Rate Zones on Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch looks at your maximum heart rate during activities to calculate personalized Heart Rate Zones just for you. You can use these heart rate zones to target intensity during your workouts, from low intensity to maximum.

Question 15

Does workout tracking let me compare current performance to past records?

Accepted Answer

You can select and compare your current performance to your records from up to  14 days prior.

Question 16

What is my Energy Score and how is it calculated?

Accepted Answer

Energy Score is a score showing your physical readiness based on yesterday's sleep, heart rate and steps. You can view your Energy Score on your Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7, or on your connected smartphone through the Samsung Health app.

Question 17

Is GPS Track Back supported on Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7?

Accepted Answer

Yes, GPS Track Back is supported on Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7.

Question 18

How does AI help improve health monitoring and heart rate accuracy?

Accepted Answer

Movement during workouts can cause readings to be less accurate. However, Galaxy Watch features AI algorithms to help adjust this data and improve the accuracy of health monitoring data like heart rate and sleep tracking.

Question 19

What is the new quick button on Galaxy Watch Ultra?

Accepted Answer

Galaxy Watch Ultra features a new customizable button that makes it easier to interact with your watch during workouts and outdoor activities. This customizable button can set to switch multisport workouts, time laps as a stopwatch, pull up the flashlight quickly and more.

Question 20

What is Consumer Reports?

Accepted Answer

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit member organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. See Smartwatch ratings here.