Samsung’s Galaxy Watch sleep apnea detection could get a big future boost from AI

• Some Samsung Galaxy Watch models offer sleep apnea detection
• The company is partnering with Stanford University to research more innovation in the sector
• It hopes to use AI to go beyond detection and develop sleep apnea management technology

Samsung has announced ambitious plans to take the sleep apnea features of its Galaxy Watch range beyond detection, possibly using AI to one day power sleep apnea management.

Announced on April 8, Samsung has partnered with Stanford University and Stanford Medicine to conduct a research project into “an innovative health solution based on Samsung’s obstructive sleep apnea feature.”