Samsung Brain Health Feature Could Show the Early Warning Signs of Dementia
Whether you’re interested in improving your sleep quality, warding off high blood pressure, or just making sure that you’re getting enough daily steps, wearable health tracking has become enormously popular among the health-conscious. But when it comes to brain-related health issues, like dementia, we’ve seen less innovation in the consumer tech space, at least in terms of what’s available to the general public.
Now, Samsung is reportedly set to showcase a new feature at CES 2026 this week that will use data collected by Samsung wearables or smartphones to help identify early signs of dementia. The feature, dubbed Brain Health, will analyze data such as how the user walks, changes in their voice, and various sleep metrics to detect potential changes in cognitive function. The new feature will then reportedly provide guidance on preventative measures and propose a customized “brain training program” aimed at slowing cognitive decline.
According to Korean outlet ChoSun Biz, which first reported the news, Samsung completed development of Brain Health in-house and is now conducting clinical validation trials in partnership with medical institutions.
Although the electronics giant plans to showcase Brain Health at CES, there is currently no indication of when—or if—it may be rolled out to the public. However, if you’re able to attend the Las Vegas event in person, you might be able to check it out for yourself. ChoSun reports the feature will be part of an “experiential space” open to the public.
Measuring antioxidant levels with the Galaxy Watch 8 (Credit: Andrew Gebhart)
In October, Samsung rolled out an Antioxidant Index for the Galaxy Watch 8, which allows users to submit a five-second thumb scan to measure their carotenoid levels, a type of nutrient found in many colorful vegetables, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, tomatoes, spinach, and kale, which have been linked to better anti-aging outcomes and healthier-looking skin.
In our Galaxy Watch 8 review we found that the antioxidant test “is quick and easy [and] unique among wearables,” adding, “Otherwise have to go to a doctor or a medical lab and get blood drawn to find out your antioxidant levels.”
Japan’s government has poured hundreds of millions into developing robotic helpers for its aging population, for example, with the UK and EU also making substantial investments in this type of technology, MIT Technology Review reports.
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