Exciting news for Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 users in the USA—the eagerly anticipated OneUI 5 update based on Wear OS 4 has landed. This substantial software upgrade, which was recently introduced with the Galaxy Watch 6 series, is now making its way to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5, marking a quick roll-out by Samsung compared to the competition.
This update brings a host of improvements and features, enhancing the overall user experience. Notable changes include the introduction of new watch faces and Tiles for customization, adding a touch of personalization to your smartwatch. Among the enhancements, the Galaxy Buds Tile has been upgraded with the ability to toggle 360 Audio. The Timer app now has its own dedicated Tile as well.
One UI 5 introduces a dynamic watch face backdrop feature, allowing users to set sequences of photos or videos as the background for their watch faces. In terms of fitness and health, the update identifies cycling sessions, provides heart rate zone information, exercise advice, and more. Improved sleep tracking and insights are part of the package, along with the display of pertinent medical information in case of falls.
Users will appreciate the ability to manually back up their data and seamlessly connect their watches to new phones without the need for a factory reset. Interaction has also seen improvements, with better control over call volume and voice dictation. To add an interesting touch, unique hand motions have been introduced for enhanced interaction.
The OneUI 5 update for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 is being gradually rolled out to users in the USA and is expected to expand to more countries in the near future.
Download the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 One UI 5 update
To embrace the OneUI 5 update, users can access it through the Galaxy Wearable app. Simply navigate to Watch settings » Watch software update, and click Download and install. Given the update’s size, it’s recommended to utilize a Wi-Fi network for a smooth download experience.
As this update brings substantial improvements and new features, Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 users can look forward to an even more enriched smartwatch experience with enhanced customization, fitness tracking, and usability.
