Samsung is introducing a new Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification (IHRN) system in the Samsung Health Monitor app. This system will work alongside existing metabolic detection services that monitor heart rate, heart rhythm, and blood pressure. While the app is running, the IHRN system quietly tracks your vitals in the background and immediately notifies you if any irregularities are detected. Atrial fibrillation, while not always immediately concerning, can indicate the potential for stroke or heart disease. Therefore, receiving immediate notifications can be life-saving.

Hon Pak, Vice President and Head of Digital Health Team, MX Business at Samsung Electronics, stated, “Cardiovascular disease remains a significant cause of death worldwide, and we are committed to enabling our users to stay informed about their heart health by providing monitoring tools, including blood pressure measurement and irregular heart rhythm notification. We are constantly exploring new ways to help Galaxy Watch users effortlessly gain deeper insights into their health and wellness, day and night.”

The IHRN feature will come as a standard in the Samsung Health Monitor app and will be available on Galaxy Watch devices. It will be included in the new One UI 5 Watch, set to launch later this year, and will also be made compatible with previous Watch versions.