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Samsung Electronics is making significant progress in developing a non-invasive, optically-based continuous blood glucose monitoring sensor, a feature long sought after in wearable technology. Dr. Hon Pak, Samsung’s Senior Vice President and head of the Digital Health Team, shared this development during a recent health forum in San Jose, California.
“What I’m really excited about is our team… we are working on a non-invasive optically-based continuous glucose monitor,” Dr. Pak stated. “I can’t tell you the time [of the launch], but I’m very excited about the progress we are making, and this, if we do it right, will be a game-changer.”
The endeavor to create non-invasive glucose monitoring technologies has presented significant challenges for technology companies, primarily due to the invasive nature of existing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) that require skin penetration. Samsung aims to eliminate discomfort by employing optical sensors, which are expected to be integrated into upcoming Galaxy wearables, including the potential Galaxy Ring.
This recent advancement positions Samsung at the vanguard of developing glucose monitoring solutions that do not necessitate invasive procedures, thereby creating new avenues for enhanced health management for individuals with diabetes. The announcement underscores Samsung’s commitment to the progressive development of this technology for commercial application, although it does not specify a timeline for product release.
In parallel advancements, Apple has also been developing on non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technologies. According to sources, Apple has made significant headway, having completed the ‘proof-of-concept’ stage for a future Apple Watch function.
The competition between tech giants like as Samsung and Apple highlights the industry’s dedication to developing health monitoring technology, with the goal of providing customers with more convenient and less invasive ways to track critical health parameters.
