Your next Galaxy Watch update could save you from a nasty fall

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR A Samsung-commissioned study suggests the Galaxy Watch 6 can predict fainting episodes up to five minutes before they happen. The study focused on vasovagal syncope (VVS), a common condition caused by sudden drops in heart rate and blood pressure. Researchers used the Galaxy Watch 6’s PPG sensor and AI analysis to detect warning signs before users fainted.