Multiple leaks have recently suggested that Samsung
is working on a fitness-focused smartwatch. Until now, it has been referred to
as the Galaxy Sport. But according to the sources of one reliable tipster, the
smartwatch will actually be released as the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active.
Externally, it seems this new device could represent
a big change in direction for Samsung’s wearables. Leaked renders suggest that
the popular rotating bezel (which helped navigate through Tizen’s UI) has been
scrapped entirely in favor of a smooth, non-toothed alternative. Similarly, the
pill-shaped buttons featured on previous wearables such as the Galaxy Watch
have seemingly been replaced by new circular ones which look much sleeker.
The internal characteristics of this particular
wearable remain a mystery at the moment, although Tizen 4.0 is to be expected
straight out of the box. Speaking of which, this software should bring support for
a number of health-related features. At least if the device’s codename 'Pulse'
is anything to go by, anyway.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active is expected to make
its debut alongside the Galaxy S10 series and Galaxy Fold on February 20th at
Samsung’s Unpacked event. Pricing and availability remain a complete mystery at
the moment, but a previous report did point towards black, silver, gold, and
green options.
