Samsung's working on fix for problematic Galaxy Watch4 update

Some Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic owners have been dealing with a particularly bothersome issue. After the R8xxXXU1GVI3 firmware update was released, some smartwatches refuse to turn on once they've been shut off. It's forced users to keep an eye on the charge of their Galaxy Watches. 

The issue doesn't seem to be affecting everyone, but Samsung has stopped rolling out the update in various markets and will be releasing an update with a fix soon. If you have the firmware update and haven't noticed any issue, it still might be better to err on the safe side to be sure.

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Samsung rolls out big software update for Galaxy Watch4 series

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic users are getting more out of their smartwatches. The company is rolling out a big software update that adds better body composition insights, running- and cycling-specific training programs, and a new sleep coaching program. The update is already scheduled to roll out, so it should soon hit your device. 

The new body composition targets and insights will offer daily tips and reminders to stay on track with your fitness journey. You'll get details on specific body composition goals, like weight, body fat percentage, etc. Everything is accessible on the Samsung Health app. While the updated interval training feature lets runners and cyclists set and track custom intensity training sessions. You can also view a percentage of VO2 Max to know how hard you're pushing yourself. It'll let you know how much you've sweated and inform you about how much water you should drink to help you recover.

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Samsung debuts Galaxy Watch4 series

Samsung refreshes its smartwatches with the new Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic. The former offers a more modern, minimalist look, while the latter brings the rotating bezel into a sleek silhouette. Both offer a thinner design than previous generations.

The company was able to slim down the smartwatches by introducing a new 3-in-1 sensor, the Samsung BioActive Sensor. This solitary chipset can keep track of three health metrics: Optical Heart Rate Sensor (PPG), Electrical Heart Sensor (ECG), and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Sensor (BIA). While this single sensor is smaller, the Galaxy Watch4's new algorithm still allows the watches to measure your vitals accurately.

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