Sleep Tracking: Can The Samsung S7 Edge Monitor Your Sleep?

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is a smartphone released by Samsung. While the phone does not have a built-in feature to track sleep, Samsung Health, Samsung's health and fitness app, can be used to track sleep through a connected wearable device, such as a Galaxy Watch. Additionally, third-party apps such as AccuBattery and GSam can be used to monitor the phone's battery usage and sleep patterns.

Samsung Health can track sleep through a connected wearable, such as a Galaxy Watch

Samsung Health can track your sleep through a connected wearable, such as a Galaxy Watch. The Galaxy Watch uses an onboard accelerometer to detect movement and combines this with user data from its sensor array to track your sleep. The watch can also sample your body temperature throughout the night, which is used in several other metrics.

To use the sleep tracking feature, you must first enable it in the Samsung Health app. Open the app on your watch, swipe to and tap Settings, and then tap the switch next to Blood Oxygen during sleep to turn it on. You can also set up Snore detection in the app by tapping the Sleep card, tapping More options, selecting Advanced measurement, and then tapping Snore detection.

Once you've set up the feature, wear your watch to bed. The following morning, you can check your sleep data in the Samsung Health app on your watch or phone. On the watch, swipe left on the Home screen until you see the Sleep tile, and then tap it. Here, you'll be able to see your sleep score, sleep time, sleep stages, blood oxygen during sleep, snore detection data, sleep skin temperature, and sleep consistency. On your phone, open the Samsung Health app and tap the Sleep tracker to view the same data.

It's important to note that no fitness tracker is completely accurate, so sleep data should not be used for self-diagnosis. Additionally, if your watch is in power-saving mode, it may only record limited sleep data.

Irregular sleep patterns and frequent movement during sleep can interfere with tracking

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge can track sleep through a connected wearable device, such as a Galaxy Watch. The watch uses its sensors to track sleep and sends the data to the Samsung Health app on the phone. However, irregular sleep patterns and frequent movement during sleep can interfere with tracking.

If the watch detects a lot of movement, it may consider that awake time. Additionally, if the watch is in power-saving mode, it may only record limited sleep data. To ensure accurate tracking, users should ensure that their watch is not in power-saving mode and is properly connected to their phone.

To connect the watch to the phone, users can open the Galaxy Wearable app and tap the "Connect" button if the watch is not already connected. If the watch is not connecting, users can follow the troubleshooting steps in the connection guide to reset and repair the watch. Once the watch and phone are connected, users can open the Samsung Health app and pull down on the homepage to refresh the data.

To further improve tracking accuracy, users can set a Sleep target in the Samsung Health app. This allows the app to learn the user's sleep pattern and provide more accurate data. If the phone is low on memory or battery, it may not be able to properly track or estimate sleep data, so it is important to ensure sufficient resources are available.

A sleep score is only given if sleep data is within the user's sleep target

Samsung Health can track your sleep through a connected wearable device, such as a Galaxy Watch. The watch must be connected to your phone via the Galaxy Wearable app. Once connected, open Samsung Health and pull down on the Home page to refresh the data. Tap the Sleep widget to review any captured sleep data.

A sleep score will only be given if the sleep data is within your sleep target. If you need to set or adjust your target, tap the three vertical dots in the upper right corner of the Sleep menu, and then tap Set target. Tap the times inside the clock circle to adjust your bedtime and wake time.

If your phone is low on memory or battery, it may not be able to properly track or estimate your health data. Irregular sleep patterns and frequent movement during sleep can interfere with Samsung Health's ability to track your sleep data. If your watch detects a lot of movement, it may consider that awake time. When Samsung Health isn't quite sure of your sleep information, you may get a notification on your phone asking if you were asleep during certain hours. Respond to the notification with yes if it's correct, or input the correct time to help Samsung Health learn your sleep pattern.

The phone's battery life may be affected by the tracking of sleep data

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has been reported to experience battery drain issues, with some users noting that their phone does not enter a "deep sleep" state, resulting in excessive battery consumption even when the phone is idle. This problem can be caused by various factors, including specific applications or system services that prevent the device from entering a low-power mode.

One common cause of the "no deep sleep" issue on the Galaxy S7 Edge is the NFC (Near-Field Communication) service. NFC is a wireless communication technology used for close-proximity data exchange, such as mobile payments. In some cases, the NFC service can generate constant "wakelocks," preventing the phone from entering a deep sleep state and draining the battery. Disabling or renaming certain NFC-related APKs, such as "Nfc, Tag, and Beam," can resolve this issue.

Additionally, certain applications can contribute to the battery drain problem on the Galaxy S7 Edge. Users have reported that specific apps, such as Google Now Cards/OK Google, can cause frequent wakelocks, leading to the "no deep sleep" issue. Identifying and disabling these battery-draining applications can help improve the device's battery life.

It is worth noting that Samsung Health, Samsung's health and fitness app, can also impact battery life. Samsung Health can track sleep data, but it requires a constant connection to a wearable device, such as a Galaxy Watch. If the phone is low on battery, Samsung Health may not accurately track sleep data, and the constant connection to the wearable device may contribute to increased battery consumption.

To mitigate the impact of sleep tracking on battery life, users can take several steps. Ensuring that the phone is connected to the wearable device, setting a sleep target, and responding to notifications about sleep patterns can help improve the accuracy of sleep tracking and reduce unnecessary battery usage. Additionally, users can employ battery-saving techniques, such as disabling unnecessary applications and services, to extend the battery life of their Galaxy S7 Edge.

The app AccuBattery can be used to monitor the phone's battery function

AccuBattery also tracks the percentage of time the phone spends in a "deep sleep" state, which can help identify potential wake lock issues. However, some users have questioned the accuracy of AccuBattery's readings, especially when compared to other battery monitoring apps like GSam. For instance, some users have reported discrepancies in battery health estimates, with AccuBattery indicating lower health percentages than expected.

In addition to AccuBattery, Samsung offers other tools to monitor and manage the S7 Edge's battery life. Samsung Health, for instance, can track sleep data through a connected wearable device such as a Galaxy Watch. While this doesn't directly monitor battery function, it demonstrates Samsung's focus on providing health and wellness features for its users.

It is worth noting that Samsung Health relies on accurate sleep data to function properly, and irregular sleep patterns or frequent movement during sleep can interfere with its tracking capabilities. Additionally, a low battery level on the phone may impact its ability to track and estimate health data. Therefore, while AccuBattery and Samsung Health offer insights into battery health and sleep tracking, respectively, they may not always provide consistent or accurate information.

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