Samsung plans to remove Vascular Load feature from Galaxy Watches
Samsung is removing the experimental 'Vascular Load' health feature from its Galaxy Watches in the United States, likely due to FDA regulatory requirements. The company plans to replace it with a new 'Blood Pressure Trend' feature in upcoming watch models.
Why it matters
It illustrates the regulatory hurdles tech companies face when integrating medical-grade health monitoring into consumer wearable devices.
Samsung is expected to launch two new smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, later this month. While they will bring new and improved health, fitness, and wellness features, Samsung is also removing an experimental health feature that debuted on the Galaxy Watch 7 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra last year.
The article reports on product updates and regulatory compliance without taking a stance on the company's performance.
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