– Galaxy Fit 4 expected to launch around September 2024, not at the July Unpacked event.
– Device will likely debut alongside the Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy Tab S12 series.
– Galaxy Fit line offers a budget-friendly health tracker with long battery life (up to 2 weeks).
– Lacks WearOS, Wi-Fi, LTE, microphone, speaker, and advanced health features like ECG.
Galaxy Fit 4 Launching Later This Year, Report Claims
Samsung took almost four years to release a follow-up to the Galaxy Fit 2. When it finally unveiled the Galaxy Fit 3 in February 2024, it didn’t launch it in the US until the next year. If the rumors going about are accurate, the wait for the Galaxy Fit 4 might not be as long, according to a new story.
Timeline and Event Details
Quoting anonymous informants, SamMobile has reported that the next Galaxy Fit wearable, thought to be called the Galaxy Fit 4, will be released this year. The source hasn’t disclosed any technical specifications, but it did share a timeline for its release. Apparantly, the Galaxy Fit 4 will not launch at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, which is rumored to be scheduled for July.
Insted, the device will be introduced a few months after that, probably around September. It is beleived to be launched along with the Galaxy S26 FE and the Galaxy Tab S12 series. This timing could position it strongly against other fitness bands on the market.
Comparing Features and Pricing
The Galaxy Fit range is a more affordable option compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Watch series. It lets users monitor their health and fitness activities without spending too much money. For example, the Galaxy Fit 3 can track over 100 different exercises and sports, with automatic detection for some of them. It also includes heart rate tracking, blood oxygen level monitoring, sleep tracking, and fall detection – all for a price of $47.99.
- Battery lasts up to two weeks on a single charge
- Outlasts many of Samsung’s expensive Galaxy Watch models
- Does not ship with WearOS, so users cannot install apps
- Lacks Wi-Fi, LTE, a microphone, and a speaker
- Missing advanced health features like ECG, blood pressure monitoring, and irregular heart rhythm alerts
Market Position and Competitors
When the Galaxy Watch Fit 4 finally arrives, it will be going up against rivals such as the Amazfit Bip Max, Amazfit Bip 6, and Redmi Watch 6. These competitors often offer similar health tracking capabilities at comparable price points, making the new model’s success dependant on it’s unique features and software improvements.