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My biggest frustration with Samsung watches is how much they lock features behind requiring Samsung phones.
On any non-Samsung Android phone, you can't use (via Google)...
ECG: Requires the proprietary Samsung Health Monitor app, which is restricted to Galaxy phones.
Blood Pressure Monitoring: Also locked behind the Samsung Health Monitor ecosystem.
Sleep Apnea Detection & Vitals Tracking: Advanced diagnostic and regulatory-cleared health metrics do not sync or function properly without a Samsung device.
Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications: Automated background rhythm alerts are unavailable
Samsung Pay / Tap to Pay: NFC payments through Samsung's wallet service require a Samsung phone.
Alarms & Reminders Sync: You cannot automatically sync alarms or native reminder lists between a non-Samsung phone and the watch.
Modes and Routines Sync: "Do Not Disturb" and focus mode states do not mirror back and forth automatically.
Camera Controller: The remote camera shutter app for your phone only works with compatible Galaxy devices.
Connected Device Diagnostics: Hardware checks via the Samsung Members app are exclusive to Samsung phones
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