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Galaxy Watch Active (SM-R500)

Build Number : R500XXU1GVG1

Tizen version : Tizen 5.5.0.2

Release Date : 2022-08-18

• GPS
The stability has been improved.

Build Number : R500XXU1GUJ2

Tizen version : Tizen 5.5.0.2

Release Date : 2021-11-15

• Watch faces
- Support the new Watchfaces
• Exercise
- Support Group Challenge Widget in watch
- Provide more accurate calorie consumption levels based on HR (Except swimming)
- With sensor function updates, reducing the recognition time for automatic exercise
(Running, elliptical, rowing machine)
- Display walking/running live status through on-going icon in Watchface
(Real-time walking, running, Pause)
- Display the finish timer before the automatic walking/running exercise end
• Calendar
- Increase the calendar synchronization period from 3 months to 1 year

Build Number : R500XXU1FUD1

Tizen version : Tizen 5.5.0.1

Release Date : 2021-04-19

• Improved Messaging App stability
• Improved WiFi stability

Build Number : R500XXU1FUB5

Tizen version : Tizen 5.5.0.1

Release Date : 2021-02-25

- Enhanced Notification : Upon receiving a message notification, a chat window appears and can also view images.
- AR Emoji/Bitmoji : Send AR Emoji and Bitmoji through the watch.
- Capture : Supports scroll capture feature that automatically sends the screen-capture image to the phone.
- If exercising with a watch, the voice guide is provided via a headset connected to the mobile device.
- Add a voice guidance about cumulative data and heart rate to the Auto Lap of Running/Cycling.
- Improved system stability and reliability

Build Number : R500XXU1ETL2

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.7

Release Date : 2020-12-24

• Improved system reliability

Build Number : R500XXU1DTG2

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.7

Release Date : 2020-08-04

• Improved system reliability

Build Number : R500XXU1DSL1

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.7

Release Date : 2019-12-10

• Improved system reliability

Build Number : R500XXU1DSK3

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.7

Release Date : 2019-11-19

· Touch bezel added
- Allow user to mimic the experience of rotary bezel in digital which allows for easier navigation and control of watch
· Watch faces : Additional Watch Face Complications added.
(Begin Workout, Breathing and others.)
· Added new watch face 'My Style' which recommends variety of watch faces that suits outfit by taking picture of clothing
· Additional indicator feature in watch face to show background running app such as workout tracking, timer. Tapping on the indicator will take you back to the app
· Additional emoticons to provide variety of skin tones
· Improved User Interaction for following features
- Always on Display screen is easier to read while on charging or in battery saving mode
- Customizing the order of icons in quick panel is easier
· Samsung Health improvement
- Lap time tracking has been improved for running and cycling activities
- Data sync via NFC with Technogym workout equipments have been added

Build Number : R500XXU1CSH3

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.5

Release Date : 2019-08-14

· Improved system reliability
· Improved tracking for Swim (Outdoor)

Build Number : R500XXU1CSG6

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.5

Release Date : 2019-07-23

- New Bixby
. New Bixby helps you get tasks done more easily. Start an exercise with specific goals or ask time difference between your city and the one you will be traveling.
- Samsung Health
. Swimming is new addition to auto detecting exercise types.
. HR Low Alert is added for a heart health.
. Breath Guide graphics are improved.
- App Tray UI
. App Tray UI has been improved for an easier, more intuitive and faster searching and activation.
- Goodnight Mode UI
. A dedicated view will be offered while Goodnight mode is on.
- Disabled automated sync of Alarm from paired Smartphone to Watch

Build Number : R500XXU1BSD3

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.3

Release Date : 2019-04-09

· Improved battery charging algorithm and stability

Build Number : R500XXU1BSB7

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.3

Release Date : 2019-03-08

· Improved usability of the Samsung Health
· Improved reliability of Wireless charging

Build Number : R500XXU1ASB1

Tizen version : Tizen 4.0.0.3

Release Date : 2019-02-18

· The stability of Touch screen has been improved.