The Best Samsung Apps of 2022 for Galaxy Smartphones
The Best Samsung Apps of 2022 for Galaxy Smartphones
Samsung, like most Android smartphone and tablet manufacturers, has an ecosystem of apps, many of which are pre-installed on Galaxy S smartphones, though there are others you can download in the Google Play Store. Whether you want to track your workouts, transfer data, take notes, automate your home, or make mobile payments, Samsung has you covered.
In addition to the ones we describe below, Samsung has apps for its Galaxy Edge line of smartphones as well as a virtual assistant called Bixby, which supplanted the S Voice app that managed voice commands on earlier devices. Samsung+ is a premium customer support app that offers live help and other resources.
Here are five apps worth highlighting—and worth downloading.
1. Best for Mobile Payments: Samsung Pay
Samsung Pay works with most U.S. credit cards and banks on certain devices running Android 6.0 and higher. Like Apple and Google Pay, it lets you swipe your phone at checkout to pay. It has a technology, though, that works with nearly all credit card machines, not just those that support mobile payments.
2. Best for Monitoring Your Health and Fitness: Samsung Health
Samsung Health, which replaces S Health, can measure your heart rate as well as track your running, cycling, and sleep. It also keeps tabs on food and water intake. Some Samsung smartphones have built-in heart rate sensors next to the primary camera. Place your finger on the sensor and wait while it takes your measurement.
You can link Galaxy smartwatches with Samsung Health, as well as compatible scales, glucose monitors, bike speed sensors, blood pressure monitors, and more. Compatible third-party apps include MapMyRun, MyFitnessPal, and Endomondo.
3. Best for Note-Taking: Samsung Notes
Samsung Notes, which replaces S Notes, is a repository for your scribbles, images, voice recordings, and music. You can import files from the S Note app too. You add text by typing or using your finger or S Pen to write. There's also a brush tool for drawings. If you type out a phone number, as we did above, you can tap on that number to make a call. You can also lock notes with a password that you want to keep private.
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4. Best for Managing Your Smart Home: SmartThings
SmartThings is Samsung's take on home automation control. With it, you can control compatible smart devices and appliances from home or remotely. When you fire up the app, it scans your wireless network for available units, and you can also add them manually through the app and check compatibility.
5. Best for Transferring Data to a New Phone: Samsung Smart Switch
Move contacts, music, photos, calendar, text messages, and device settings to your Samsung Galaxy from another Android smartphone or an iPhone. Samsung Smart Switch uses a direct Wi-Fi connection to move data from one Android device to another, while iPhone transfers can be completed with a wired connection or through iTunes. Just install the app on both phones and follow the on-screen directions; it's easy.
The 7 Best Samsung Smartwatches of 2021
A smartwatch is a wrist-worn device, remarkably similar to a conventional wristwatch, that can do a whole lot more than display the current time and date. Typically, they wirelessly sync with a smartphone to show mobile notifications, messages, call alerts, and more. Samsung’s smartwatches are no different, and they seamlessly pair with Samsung smartphones such as the Galaxy handsets—most notably the Galaxy S20.
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Smartwatches truly come in all shapes and sizes, which is wonderful because you have the freedom to choose what works best for you. There are round smartwatches, square smartwatches, and a bevy of designs in between. Samsung’s smartwatches are usually round, evoking the past designs of a more traditional wristwatch, but that’s not always the case. Some of its more active and fitness-oriented devices, such as the Galaxy Fit series, are closer to a band type of wearable (think Fitbit devices).
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There are many reasons you would buy and wear a Samsung smartwatch. You might want to track your heart rate or the calories you burn during a workout. Maybe you want to leave your phone on the counter or somewhere nearby and read the incoming messages on your wrist. Perhaps you want to track your sleep cycle and see if you’re getting a healthy amount of sleep.
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All of these scenarios are possible using one of Samsung’s smartwatches. Because there are many different devices, you should be able to find something that suits your needs. We rounded up all of the best Samsung smartwatches and break each one down in more detail, below.
1. Samsung Galaxy Watch3
Returning the series to its roots, the Galaxy Watch3 is a lot like the original Galaxy Watch—they look similar and even have the same processor. It’s available in 41-millimeter or 45-millimeter sizes, both of which come with either Bluetooth or LTE connectivity. If you opt for the LTE model, you can leave your phone behind and still call, text, stream media, and receive notifications right from the watch.
Overall, it’s thinner and more lightweight than previous models, so it feels great to wear, even if you have a smaller wrist. The larger 45-millimeter model has a bigger battery, so it will last up to 56 hours on a single charge, compared to 43 hours for the smaller size.
The vibrant and beautiful Super AMOLED display ensures that onscreen content looks amazing, and it’s bright enough to see even in the daylight. It tracks a bevy of health stats, including SPO2 (blood oxygen levels), heart rate, stress, sleep, distance, and calories burned. Fall detection is also onboard for those who need it.
The bezel rotates and acts as a makeshift controller to scroll through menus and options. It works well and is easy to make selections, and it also complements the responsive touchscreen. Overall, the Galaxy Watch3 is one of the best currently on the market, second only to the Apple Watch. If you own a Samsung smartphone, or an Android device, the Watch3 is the better and more compatible option.
2. Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is designed for sportier lifestyles, with plenty of health and fitness tracking features and a more lightweight design, compared to some of the other premium models. It comes in either stainless steel or aluminum, with options to choose between a silicone sport band or a leather one.
There are also two sizes available, including 40 millimeters and 44 millimeters. Like most of Samsung’s smartwatches, it’s powered by the Tizen operating system and has an Exynos 9110 processor inside. The 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display looks crisp and vibrant and is comparable to the Watch3 models.
Automatic run and workout tracking is onboard, with support to monitor ECG, blood pressure, sleep, stress levels, and much more. Some of the features are compatible only with Samsung smartphones, however, like the ECG and blood pressure monitoring.
Connectivity options include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LTE, although the LTE is available only in the stainless steel variant. Overall, it’s easy to use and an excellent entry point for anyone who wants to move from a fitness band to a smartwatch, or jump right into the smartwatch experience.
"The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is streamlined, sporty, and simple to navigate." — Yoona Wagener, Product Tester. "The Samsung Galaxy Watch3 is an appealing, premium smartwatch with classic wristwatch styling and a unique approach to navigation." — Andrew Hayward, Product Tester