In a bid to integrate its product ecosystem further, Samsung has rolled out a new feature for its smartwatches that fitness enthusiasts will find particularly useful. Owners of the Galaxy Watch 6 series can now display their workout data on Samsung’s latest smart TVs, transforming their exercise experience with real-time, big-screen health stats.
New Software for Galaxy Watch 6 Series Offers Smart TV Integration
Users in South Korea with a Galaxy Watch 6 or Galaxy Watch 6 Classic are receiving a new firmware update identified by the version ending AXBL. Along with the March 2024 security patch, this update includes the capacity to share fitness information with Samsung’s newly released smart TVs for the year. Although the update also introduces an upgraded firmware for the smartwatch’s touchscreen, specifics concerning touch screen improvements remain unspecified in the changelog.
The upgraded feature, known as the Workout Tracker, seamlessly beams live workout metrics such as heart rate and exercise duration to the user’s TV screen. This information is displayed over the top of a workout video—or any other content—allowing for an interactive and engaging workout session without taking eyes off the screen.
The update weighs in at approximately 285MB, and while it is initially available exclusively in South Korea, it’s anticipated to expand to additional markets. This anticipation stems from the feature’s significance to Samsung’s interconnected device environment. Samsung’s latest smartwatch models, including the Galaxy Watch 6 series, currently operate on One UI 5.0 Watch, which is based on Android 13.
With the integration of smartwatch and smart TV, Samsung is taking a step forward in creating a seamless user experience for customers within its ecosystem. For those looking to enhance their fitness routines with technology, this update is another advancement that brings smart living to a new level.
