Tracking Sleep: Galaxy Watch 6 Features And Benefits

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 has a range of sleep-tracking features, including sleep coaching, sleep symbols, and sleep stage data. However, Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy Watch 6 may not always track sleep accurately. To ensure accurate sleep tracking, users should wear their watch correctly, with the watch positioned the width of two fingers above the ulna bone on the wrist. A snug fit improves blood oxygen and heart rate monitoring and tracking accuracy. Additionally, users should download the latest Samsung Health app update from the Galaxy Store.

How to set up sleep tracking on the Samsung Health app

To set up sleep tracking on the Samsung Health app, you'll first need to download the latest version of the app from the Galaxy Store. Then, follow these steps:

On your Galaxy Watch:

• Open the Samsung Health app on your watch.
• Swipe and tap on "Settings".
• Tap the switch next to "Blood oxygen during sleep" to turn it on.
• Ensure your watch is positioned correctly on your wrist for accurate tracking. According to Samsung, the watch should be positioned the width of two fingers above the ulna (pointy bone) on your wrist.

On your connected phone:

• Open the Samsung Health app.
• Tap the "Sleep" or "Sleep coaching" card.
• Answer the survey questions about your sleep habits and preferences.
• Review your sleep data report.
• Tap "Start coaching" to receive personalized sleep coaching tips and insights.
• To enable snore detection, tap the three vertical dots in the upper right corner, select "Advanced measurement" or "More options", and then tap "Snoring".
• Tap the switch at the top of the screen to turn on snore detection and allow the necessary permissions.
• Select your preferences, such as when to detect snoring and how long to store recordings.

Once you've set up sleep tracking, remember to wear your watch to bed each night. The Samsung Health app will then be able to track and provide insights on various sleep metrics, including sleep time, sleep stages, blood oxygen levels, sleep consistency, and more.

How to turn on snoring detection

To track your sleep on the Galaxy Watch 6, you must wear the watch to bed. The watch will then detect and calculate your sleep patterns during the night. To use this feature, you must first enable a few things in the Samsung Health app.

Now, to turn on snoring detection on the Galaxy Watch 6, follow these steps:

• Open the Samsung Health app on your phone.
• Tap the Sleep tile.
• Tap the three vertical dots in the upper right corner.
• Tap "Advanced measurement" or "More options".
• Tap "Snoring" or "Snore detection".
• Tap the switch at the top of the screen to turn on snoring detection.
• Allow the necessary permissions when prompted.
• You will see a pop-up informing you that turning on the snoring detection feature will increase phone battery consumption. Tap "OK" to continue.
• Select your preference under "Detect snoring". You can choose from "Always" or "Once".
• To record your snoring, tap the switch next to "Record audio".

Please note that the snoring detection feature is only available on certain models of the Galaxy Watch, such as the Galaxy Watch 4, 5, and 7. Additionally, it is recommended to wear your watch for at least 7 days and nights before using the sleep coaching feature and adjusting the settings.

How to access sleep data on the watch

To access your sleep data on the Samsung Health app on your Galaxy Watch, you must first ensure that you have worn your watch to bed the previous night. In the morning, swipe left on the watch's home screen until you see the Sleep tile, and then tap it.

You will then be able to see various data points, including:

• Sleep score: This rates your sleep quality on a scale of Excellent, Good, Fair, and Needs Attention. It also shows how long you slept.
• Sleep time: This shows your sleep time in hours and minutes, as well as the calories burned.
• Sleep stage: This shows how long you spent in various sleep stages, including Awake, REM, Light, and Deep sleep cycles.
• Blood oxygen during sleep: This shows your blood oxygen percentage.
• Snore detection: This shows the amount of time you spent snoring.
• Sleep consistency: This shows the number of days in the current week that you have achieved your sleep goals.
• Sleep skin temperature: This shows your body's skin temperature from your previous night's sleep.

You can also access your sleep data on your connected phone by opening the Samsung Health app and tapping the Sleep tracker. You can then swipe up to see all your data.

How to use the sleep coaching feature

The sleep coaching feature on the Galaxy Watch 6 is designed to help you improve your sleep quality. Before you can use the sleep coaching feature, you must wear your watch for at least seven nights to track your sleep. Once you have enough data, you can access the sleep coaching feature by opening the Samsung Health app on your connected phone and tapping the Sleep tile. From there, you can tap "Get started with sleep coaching" and answer some questions about your sleep habits and goals. The app will then use this information to determine how best to coach you and provide you with a personalized sleep coaching program.

The sleep coaching program will guide you through improving your sleep by providing actionable insights, goal setting, and guidance on interpreting your sleep data. One of the unique features of the sleep coaching program is the assignment of a "sleep animal" based on your answers to the initial questions and your sleep data. For example, a "Nervous Penguin" or an "Unconcerned Lion." This sleep animal represents your sleep type and will be used to tailor the sleep coaching program to your specific needs.

In addition to the sleep animal, the Galaxy Watch 6 also introduced a dedicated sleep coaching watch face, providing easy access to your sleep data and insights. The watch can also integrate with other smart devices to help you achieve your sleep goals. For example, it can automatically turn off your bedroom lights when you activate Sleep Mode on your watch.

If you want to restart sleep coaching or take the initial survey again, you can do so by tapping the Sleep tile, then tapping "More options," and finally, tapping "Sleep coaching." This will allow you to review your sleep data and make any desired adjustments to your sleep coaching program.

How to ensure your watch is tracking sleep accurately

To ensure your Galaxy Watch 6 is tracking your sleep accurately, there are a few steps you should take. Firstly, make sure your watch is connected to your phone via the Galaxy Wearable app. This is necessary for the snore detection feature to work. You can also use your phone to adjust the sleep coaching settings.

Next, enable the necessary features in the Samsung Health app. Open the app on your watch, swipe to Settings, and turn on Blood Oxygen during Sleep. You can also turn on Snore Detection here, which will allow you to measure and record your snoring.

It's important to wear your watch to bed and ensure it's comfortable and secure on your wrist. If your watch is too loose, it may register too much movement and disrupt the accuracy of your sleep tracking. Make sure you wear your watch for at least seven nights before using the Sleep Coaching feature, as this will give you a more accurate understanding of your sleep patterns.

While the watch is tracking your sleep, it's a good idea to place your phone on a stable surface near your head, such as a nightstand. Point the bottom of the phone towards you to ensure optimal detection.

Finally, keep your watch and phone updated with the latest software. Samsung has acknowledged sleep-tracking issues with several Galaxy Watch models, including the Galaxy Watch 6, and has recommended updating the Samsung Health app as a possible solution.

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