Samsung Gear: Automatic Sleep Tracking Explained

The Samsung Galaxy Watch is a great device for tracking your sleep. The watch uses the Samsung Health app and Sleep tile to monitor your sleep patterns, track your sleep movements, and provide you with a sleep score. The watch can also record your snoring and provide sleep coaching options. To use the sleep tracking feature, you need to wear your watch to bed and enable a few settings in the Samsung Health app. The watch will then detect and calculate your sleep patterns, providing insights on sleep time, sleep stages, blood oxygen levels, and snoring data. While the watch provides valuable insights, it is important to note that sleep data should not be used for self-diagnosis.

How to enable sleep tracking on the Samsung Gear Fit 2

To enable sleep tracking on the Samsung Gear Fit 2, you will need to install Sleep as Android on your device. This can be done by following the steps below:

Install the Sleep as Android Gear Addon on your phone:

• Open the Play Store app on your phone.
• Search for and install the Sleep as Android Gear Addon.
• Make sure to disable any battery savers on your phone for all involved apps (Sleep as Android, Sleep as Android Gear Addon, and Samsung Accessory Services).

Install Sleep as Android on your Samsung Gear Fit 2:

• Open the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone.
• Navigate to the Galaxy Store.
• Install the Sleep as Android watch face for the Gear Fit 2.

Enable and test the connection:

• Go to Settings > Sleep tracking > Wearables > Use wearable > Samsung Gear / Galaxy Watch.
• Test the connection by going to Settings > Sleep tracking > Wearables > Test sensor. You should see a graph reacting to your movement (a short delay is normal).

Toggle on sleep tracking on the Gear Fit 2:

• Go to the Settings gear on the Gear Fit 2.
• Select 'Connections', then Bluetooth.
• Ensure your device is connected to your phone via Bluetooth.

Register your device:

• Open the Samsung Gear app on your phone.
• Go to 'Essentials' and download Spotify if you haven't already.
• Register your device by connecting it to your phone.

Sync your data:

• When you wake up, tap the screen to switch to the sleep screen.
• View your sleep data on the Sleep widget screen or in the Samsung Health app on your phone.

By following these steps, you will be able to enable and use sleep tracking on your Samsung Gear Fit 2.

How to view sleep data on the Samsung Gear Fit

The Samsung Gear Fit can automatically track your sleep data. To view your sleep data, follow these steps:

• Ensure that your Samsung Gear Fit is connected to your phone via the Galaxy Wearable app.
• When you wake up, tap the screen of your Samsung Gear Fit to switch to the sleep screen.
• On the sleep widget screen, you can view your basic sleep data, such as the duration of your sleep.
• For more detailed information, access the Samsung Health app on your connected mobile device. Here, you will find a comprehensive sleep report, including your sleep score, sleep stages, blood oxygen levels, snoring data, and sleep consistency.
• In the Samsung Health app, you can swipe up to view all your sleep data in one place.
• Additionally, you can enable snoring detection and recording by opening the Samsung Health app on your phone, tapping the Sleep card, and then selecting Snore Detection under Advanced Measurement.

By following these steps, you can conveniently monitor and analyze your sleep patterns using the Samsung Gear Fit and the Samsung Health app.

How to use the Sleep app on the Samsung Gear Fit

The Samsung Gear Fit 2 is the only Samsung Gear device that can track sleep, but it requires the installation of the Sleep as Android app on the watch and the Sleep as Android Gear Addon on your phone. The Sleep as Android app must be enabled under Edge Lighting, and you should ensure that no system restrictions are applied to Sleep or any involved apps.

To use the Sleep app on the Samsung Gear Fit 2, follow these steps:

• Install the necessary apps. Install the Sleep as Android Gear Addon on your phone and the Sleep as Android app on your watch.
• Enable the necessary settings. Ensure that Sleep as Android is enabled under Edge Lighting and that no system restrictions are applied to Sleep or any involved apps.
• Pair your watch with your phone. Open the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone and pair it with your Samsung Gear Fit 2.
• Test the connection. Go to Settings > Sleep Tracking > Wearables > Use Wearable > Samsung Gear/Galaxy Watch. Then, test the connection by going to Settings > Sleep Tracking > Wearables > Test Sensor. You should see a graph reacting to your movement.
• Charge your phone and wear the watch to bed. When you're getting ready for bed, wear your Samsung Gear Fit 2 and connect your phone to its charger. Place your phone near your head on a stable surface, such as a nightstand, and try to point the bottom of the phone toward you.
• Review your sleep data. When you wake up, tap the screen of your Samsung Gear Fit 2 to switch to the sleep screen. View your sleep time on the sleep widget screen. You can also access more detailed sleeping patterns and information in the Samsung Health app on your connected mobile device.

It's important to note that while the Samsung Gear Fit 2 can track your sleep, it may not provide as comprehensive insights as the Samsung Galaxy Watch series, which offers features like sleep coaching and blood oxygen monitoring during sleep. Additionally, no fitness tracker is perfectly accurate, so it's recommended to use sleep data for insight rather than self-diagnosis.

How to compare your sleep score with others

The Samsung Galaxy Watch series can help you monitor your sleep patterns. The watch uses the onboard accelerometer to detect movement and combines this with user data acquired from its sensor array. The watch can also sample your body temperature throughout the night, which is used in several other metrics.

The Samsung Health app will give you a sleep score, which is calculated using several factors. The higher the sleep score, the better the sleep. The factors considered when formulating the sleep score are:

• Total sleep time: Sleeping too much or too little will negatively affect your sleep score. Samsung believes adults should get between 6 and 9 hours of sleep a night.
• Sleep cycles: A sleep cycle usually lasts around 90 minutes and is one complete progression of the four sleep stages of non-REM and REM sleep. According to Samsung, adults should have between 3 to 7 cycles per night to achieve a high sleep score.
• Movements and awakenings: The watch records what percentage of sleep is interrupted. A figure between 10% and 40% is ideal.
• Physical recovery: This factor is directly related to deep sleep, often regarded as the physically restorative phase of sleep. A 40% or above figure is considered excellent.
• Mental recovery: REM sleep is related to mental recovery. A 60% or above figure will contribute to a high sleep score.

To compare your sleep score with others, you can use the sleep tracking feature on the Samsung Health app. This feature will provide you with a sleep score and allow you to compare your score with the scores of users in the same age and gender groups. To use this feature, make sure your Galaxy Watch is connected to your phone via the Galaxy Wearable app. Then, follow these steps:

• Open the Samsung Health app on your watch.
• Swipe to and tap Settings.
• Tap the switch next to Blood oxygen during sleep to turn it on.
• Tap Snore detection.
• Open Samsung Health on your connected phone.
• Tap the switch at the top to turn on Snore detection.

Now that you have set up sleep tracking, you can use the following steps to compare your sleep score with others:

• Swipe left on the watch home screen until you see the Sleep tile, and then tap it.
• Tap Sleep score.
• View your sleep score and compare it with the scores of other users in the same age and gender groups.

It is important to note that no fitness tracker is truly accurate, so sleep data should not be used for self-diagnosis. Instead, the data can help spot trends and highlight potential problems.

How to use the snoring detection feature

The snoring detection feature on the Samsung Galaxy Watch is a great way to monitor your sleep patterns and improve your sleep quality. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use this feature:

Step 1: Enable Snore Detection in the Samsung Health App

• Open the Samsung Health app on your watch.
• Navigate to Settings by swiping and tapping the appropriate option.
• Tap the switch next to "Blood Oxygen during Sleep" to turn it on.
• Next, tap "Snore Detection". This will open the same feature on your connected phone.

Step 2: Turn on Snore Detection on Your Phone

• On your phone, open the Samsung Health app.
• Tap the switch at the top of the screen to turn on Snore Detection.
• You will see a pop-up informing you that Snore Detection will increase phone battery consumption. Tap "OK" to continue.

Step 3: Set Your Preferences

• Choose between snore detection frequency - "Always" or "Once".
• If you want to record your snoring, tap the switch next to "Record Audio".
• Place your phone near your head while sleeping, with the microphone facing you.
• You can also choose when to automatically delete recorded audio (7 days, 31 days, or 100 days).

Step 4: Wear Your Watch to Bed

• Ensure your watch is securely attached to your wrist when you go to bed.
• The watch will detect and calculate your sleep patterns, including snoring, during the night.

Step 5: Check Your Snore Detection Data

• The next morning, open the Samsung Health app on your phone.
• Tap the Sleep Tracker and then swipe to find the data under "Snoring".
• Here, you can see the amount of time you spent snoring and other sleep data.

By following these steps, you can effectively use the snoring detection feature on your Samsung Galaxy Watch to gain insights into your sleep patterns and make informed decisions to improve your sleep quality. Remember, it's recommended to wear your watch for at least 7 days and nights before using the Sleep coaching feature for more accurate insights.

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