Samsung launches AI health assistant beta in U.S.

Samsung has launched a beta version of an artificial intelligence-powered health assistant for U.S. users, aiming to transform raw wellness data into personalized, actionable guidance. The new feature, called Health Assistant, is integrated directly into the Samsung Health app and began rolling out to eligible users on July 21, 2026. It is designed to analyze user data from connected devices like Galaxy Watches, the Galaxy Ring, and smartphones to provide explanations and recommendations.

The assistant synthesizes information from what Samsung defines as five core wellness pillars: sleep, activity, nutrition, mindfulness, and vitals. Instead of presenting isolated metrics, it explains how these areas influence one another, such as connecting a poor night's sleep to next-day energy levels or workout performance. Users can interact with the tool by asking questions in plain language about their health data.

A key aspect of the rollout is the claimed clinical backing for its suggestions. Samsung states that the assistant's recommendations are validated by a team of physicians and certified health coaches, distinguishing it from algorithmically generated wellness advice. The company...