Samsung devices will learn to detect early signs of dementia
By ForGeeks
Samsung wrapped up its First Look event at CES 2026 with a number of new products, including a giant 130-inch Micro RGB TV. However, the impressive display was far from the only major announcement. The company also talked about a new direction for health technology in its wearable devices.
The company also revealed a new direction for health technology in its wearable devices.
Talking about the future of the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring, Samsung vice president and head of digital health Praveen Raja said the company is developing tools to detect early signs of cognitive impairment, including dementia. The plan is to use data collected by wearable devices and other connected gadgets to do so.
Samsung is developing tools to detect early signs of cognitive impairment, including dementia.
Samsung says that eventually devices like the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring will be able to pay attention to slurred speech when using Bixby, slower movements, and changes in how a person interacts with smart home devices. It’s not about making a diagnosis — the goal is to give users and their loved ones advance warning of potential problems so they can seek medical attention as early as possible.
The goal is to give users and their loved ones advance warning of potential problems so they can seek medical attention as soon as possible.
The company also believes that artificial intelligence will play an increasingly important role across the device ecosystem. Smartphones, wearable electronics, home appliances and other products in the future could help prevent health problems before they occur. Among the features being considered — more personalized exercise and sleep recommendations based on data from connected devices, as well as tips to reduce the risk of developing serious chronic diseases.
And more personalized exercise and sleep recommendations based on data from connected devices.
At the end of the day, Samsung wants its wearable devices to go beyond conventional health monitoring and become tools for preventive medicine. The company didn’t give a specific timeline for when the new features will be rolled out, but said they will be available in beta testing format in select markets.
