Samsung could be getting closer to launching a new feature that the Apple Watch can’t currently match. During the firm’s Galaxy S25 Unpacked event in California last week, the Korean tech giant confirmed that it is currently working on the ability to monitor glucose levels without the need for needles to be inserted into the body. For those living with conditions such as diabetes, this would be a major breakthrough as it could cut down on the fuss when trying to stay healthy and constantly aware of changes within the body.
There are devices already on the market that track glucose, but these require a sensor to be pushed through the skin—Samsung hopes it can end this.
Samsung is working on tech that can use sensors and AI algorithms – possibly placed within gadgets such as the Galaxy Watch – to predict the early signs of diseases such as diabetes.
“AI holds great promise for early disease prevention through analysing patterns and behaviours, detecting abnormalities, and even predicting potential health issues,” explained Dr. Hon Pak, Senior Vice President and Head of Digital Health Team, Mobile eXperience Business, Samsung Electronics
“By combining our long-standing sensor innovations with AI leadership, we aim to elevate our capabilities in preventing diseases, beyond sleep apnoea and expanding to cardio-metabolic conditions. In particular, blood glucose is a big area of focus for us, and Samsung has been working to develop a sensor algorithm that predicts early signs of diabetes – along with non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technology and continuous glucose monitoring-integrated nutrition coaching.”
Adding to the excitement around this new technology, Dr Pak also revealed more details about the upcoming technology during a forum about health.
“What I’m really excited about is our team, as you may have assumed, we are working on a non-invasive optically-based continuous glucose monitor. I can’t tell you the time [of the launch], but I’m very excited about the progress we are making, and this, if we do it right, will be a game-changer,” Pak said, as reported by Android Authority.
There’s currently no word on what devices this glucose checking will launch on, but the Galaxy Watch seems like an obvious device as it’s constantly strapped to the body.
Samsung’s new Galaxy Ring could be another way of bringing this vital update to users.
If Samsung does manage to launch this major health update it could beat Apple to the punch. Although the Apple Watch can track heart rate, temperature and blood oxygen, it can’t yet check for glucose levels.
Watch this space, as there could be some big changes coming to wearables this year.
