What Operating System Does Galaxy Watch 6 Run?
The Galaxy Watch 6 runs WearOS 4.0 with Samsung's One UI Watch 5 interface—combining Google's app ecosystem with Samsung's enhanced features.
OS Details
| Component | Version |
|---|---|
| WearOS | 4.0 |
| One UI Watch | 5.0 |
| Processor | Exynos W930 (5nm) |
| RAM | 2GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 16GB |
WearOS 4.0 Features
- Full Google Play Store access
- Google Assistant voice commands
- Google Maps with offline support
- Google Wallet for payments
- YouTube Music streaming
- Gmail, Calendar, Keep apps
One UI Watch 5 Features
Samsung additions:
Samsung Healthdeep integration- Advanced sleep coaching with Sleep Animals
- Personalized HR zones
- ECG and blood pressure (Samsung phones)
- Body composition analysis
- SmartThings smart home control
- Bixby voice assistant
Software Updates
- Monthly security patches
- Quarterly feature updates
- 4 years of software support
- Receives WearOS and One UI updates
Performance
Exynos W930:
- 18% faster than Watch 5's W920
- Smoother UI animations
- Faster app launches
2GB RAM:
- 33% more than Watch 5
- Better multitasking
- More apps in memory
Best of Both Worlds
WearOS provides Google's app ecosystem while One UI Watch adds Samsung's premium health features—making Watch 6 one of the most capable smartwatches for Android users.
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