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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 SM-R930 review

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 (Bluetooth, 40mm). Screen dimensions: 3.3 cm (1.3"), Display technology: Super AMOLED, Display resolution: 432 x 432 Pixels, Touch screen. Processor frequency: 1.4 MHz, RAM capacity: 2000 MB, Flash memory: 16 GB. Wi-Fi. GPS (satellite). Battery capacity: 300 mAh. Weight: 28.7 g. Strap color: Graphite, Strap size: M/L. Included operating system: Wear OS

Galaxy Watch6

The watch that knows you better is back with even more accurate and personalized health tracking. Start your day off right by improving sleep quality with Advanced Sleep Tracking, now available on Galaxy Watch6.

20% Larger, 30% Slimmer

View even more information with a 20% larger display. The 30% slimmer bezel provides room for the largest Galaxy Watch screen ever, and even more space to express your personality with customizable watch faces.

Introducing a Slimmer Form

Elegance and comfort come together in this slimmer and more stylish form. Galaxy Watch6 has been redesigned with a reduced form, making it easier to wear. Its smooth ergonomics and timeless circular design make it incredibly comfortable and lightweight to wear.

Click-On, Replaceable Straps

Press the strap release button to easily detach it. Replace it with another for a seamless transition from a workout-ready style to an outing-appropriate one, with just a touch. The strap guide makes alignment easy, confirmed by a click when reattached.

Sapphire Crystal Glass Leaves No Room for Scratches

Ready for any occasion. The ultra-durable sapphire crystal glass makes the watch display tough and robust, while the IP68 and 5ATM ratings make it rugged enough to accompany you on all your adventures.

Better Days Start with Better Nights

Understand your nights to make the most of your days. Wear Galaxy Watch6 while you rest and monitor the phases, score, and consistency of your nighttime sleep to improve it. And now you can access Advanced Sleep Tracking directly from your watch, so you can view tips right on your wrist.

Be Prepared with Menstrual Cycle Tracking

Tune in to your health and body. The Menstrual Cycle Tracking feature with Natural Cycles technology uses nighttime skin temperature measured by the watch while you sleep to predict the onset dates of menstruation and other cycles. Plan ahead and live life to the fullest with Galaxy Watch6.

A Heart Monitoring Package Watching Over You

Reduce your worries with a heart monitoring package that provides peace of mind, allowing you to focus on your day. The integrated PPG sensor periodically measures heart rate and rhythm while wearing Galaxy Watch6, and will alert you if the rate is too high or too low. It will also notify you if it detects an irregular heartbeat, along with a suggestion to take an ECG to examine the heart rhythm in more detail.

Add Quick Blood Pressure Check to Your Wellness Routine

Maintain a healthy lifestyle by adding a quick blood pressure check to your daily routine. Measure and track blood pressure directly from the wrist with Galaxy Watch6. No additional devices needed!

Know Your Body Inside and Out with BIA

Avoid bulky machinery: gather data about your physique at any time thanks to the Galaxy Watch6 bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) sensor. These measurements will help you take a data-driven approach to better monitor your body and health, and set personalized fitness goals.

Safety Features for Your Peace of Mind

Your watch is on standby in case of emergencies. If you fall, the Fall Detection feature will ask if you need help. For other emergencies, simply press the Home button five times to send an SOS to emergency services. When help arrives, quickly access medical information from the lock screen with a single touch. Now you can rest assured that you're in good hands.

Physical Activity Tracking: Monitor Your Fitness Journey

Record every physical performance and track progress with Galaxy Watch6. Keep track of movements in over 90 workouts, including indoor pool swimming and yoga; alternatively, you can also create a custom workout. Forgot to press the start button? The watch will automatically recognize and record certain workouts, like running, walking, and now even cycling, so you don't miss valuable data.

Set the Perfect Intensity with Custom Heart Rate Zone

Set a Custom Heart Rate Zone. Or simply start running and Galaxy Watch6 will measure heart rate based on your physical capacity and optimize a suitable heart rate for you. Once set, you can receive a notification when you enter the desired heart rate zone and ensure you stay in the zone while moving, running, and working out at your own pace.

Take Photos with Galaxy Z Flip5 Remotely from Your Watch

Pair your watch with Galaxy Z Flip5 to take close-up or distant photos. Galaxy Z Flip5's Flex mode and Camera Controller make it easy to switch between photo and video modes, or to adjust zoom, all conveniently from your wrist. Just press the shutter button on the watch to take a photo.

More Than Just a Watch

Much more than just a watch. With Galaxy Watch6, you can still send messages, make calls, stream music, and more, even without your phone. Stay productive and continue with your day.

International Roaming Keeps You Close

Explore the world without getting lost. International roaming available on Galaxy Watch6 allows you to use maps to navigate to landmarks and symbolic places, all from the watch. If you find yourself in a bind, fear not: you can make calls or send text messages and ask for help.

Samsung Wallet is Available on the Watch

Don't rummage through your pockets or bag for cash or cards: you have Samsung Wallet at your disposal. Now you can make payments seamlessly without a phone, because everything you need is just a touch or click away.

Personalize to Match Your Personality

Make Galaxy Watch6 uniquely yours. Choose from a wide range of straps in various styles and materials. You can also customize your watch face with your favorite colors, options, and designs, or even with photos of your pet. There are no limits to imagination.

See How Easy It Is to Transfer

Smart Switch is the safe way to transfer your data to Galaxy. Carry all your apps, watch faces, settings, and more when you make the switch.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 SM-R930 specs

Display

Watch glass type: Sapphire
Display number of colours: 16 million colours
Display technology: Super AMOLED
Always-on display: yes
Colour display: yes
Pixel density: 330 ppi
Display brightness: 600 cd/m²
Display diagonal: 3.3 cm (1.3")
Touchscreen: yes
Display resolution: 432 x 432 pixels
Display type: Digital

Design

Water resistance: 5 ATM
International Protection (IP) code: IP68
Shape: Round
Band size: M/L
Band colour: Graphite
Watch case material: Aluminium
Watch case colour: Graphite
Watch case size: 40 mm
Market positioning: Smartwatch

Performance

Processor cores: 2
Processor frequency: 1.4 MHz
Processor manufacturer: Samsung
Flash memory: 16 GB
RAM capacity: 2000 MB
Operating system installed: Wear OS
Mobile operating systems supported: Android 10.0, Android 11.0, Android 12.0, Android 13.0
Built-in camera: no
Built-in speaker(s): yes
Built-in microphone: yes

Features

Military standard: MIL-STD-810H
Barometer: yes
Alarm clock: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Audio formats supported: 3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, M4A, MP3, OGA, OGG, WAV
Calendar: yes
Electronic compass: yes
Geomagnetic sensor: yes
Music player: yes
Stopwatch: yes
Stress monitoring function: yes
Timer: yes
Voice recording: yes
Weather forecast: yes
SOS alert function: yes
Quality of sleep: yes
Multisport mode: yes
Gyroscope: yes
Accelerometer: yes
Pedometer: yes
Blood oxygen sensor: yes
Blood pressure monitor: yes
Heart rate sensor type: Optical
Heart rate monitor: yes

Network

Galileo: yes
GLONASS: yes
BeiDou: yes
GPS (satellite): yes
Mobile network connection: no

Ports & interfaces

Headphone connectivity: Bluetooth
Near Field Communication (NFC): yes
Bluetooth version: 5.3
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi: yes
Bluetooth: yes

Power

Wireless charging: yes
Battery type: Built-in battery
Battery capacity: 300 mAh

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 28.7 g
Thickness: 9 mm
Depth: 40.4 mm
Width: 38.8 mm