ECG AND IMPROVED SENSORS
Following in the footsteps of the Apple Watch Series 4,
the Active 2 has an electrocardiogram sensor to help
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available for use upon launch, as Samsung says there’s
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an improved accelerometer and heart rate monitor for
faster readings.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 will be available on
September 27, with pre-orders starting on September 6.
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models will vary by carrier.
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Like the Apple
Watch Series 4,
the Active 2 has
an electro-
cardiogram
sensor to help
detect signs
of atrial
fibrillation.