Samsung has paused the rollout of the latest update for the Galaxy Watch 4, known as One UI 8 Watch, due to emerging issues. This update, which was introduced earlier this month, has led to significant battery life complaints from users, with some reporting that their devices now last only 12 to 15 hours instead of the expected 24 hours.
Additionally, users have noted problems with the always-on display functionality. A critical concern involves the watch's sensors; some users are unable to utilize key features such as health tracking, and the watch fails to recognize when it is on the wrist. This has rendered essential functions, including Google Wallet and notifications, inoperable unless the watch is removed and repositioned.
As a result of these issues, many users have observed that the update is no longer appearing on their devices, leading to speculation that Samsung is addressing these problems before proceeding further. The Galaxy Watch 4 series, now over four years old, may receive patches to resolve these concerns in the near future.