Samsung's Galaxy Ring Gets FDA Approval For Advanced Sleep Apnea Detection

Samsung said the FDA approved an upgraded sleep apnea detection feature for its Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Watch devices in July, adding AI that counts breathing disruptions per hour of sleep. The original De Novo authorization, granted in February 2024, covered only moderate to severe sleep apnea symptoms; the new version also flags mild and occasional cases. Users who log at least five hours of sleep on two nights within a ten-day window can get results through Samsung's Health Monitor app, though the company notes only a physician can diagnose sleep apnea. The approval extends Samsung's push into AI-driven health monitoring as it competes with Apple and other wearables makers in the sleep-tracking market. Watch for the feature's rollout timing and whether rivals secure similar clearances.