How to measure your SpO2 on your smartwatch
by Victoria Song from The Verge - All Posts on (#5YAZR)
Apple introduced blood oxygen readings on the Series 6. | Vjeran Pavic / The Verge If you've been hunting for a new smartwatch, you've probably come across the terms SpO2 sensors, pulse ox, or blood oxygen levels. SpO2 sensors measure your blood oxygen saturation - or, put more simply, the amount of oxygen you have in your blood. In fact, these sensors and metrics are included in most modern smartwatches and fitness trackers. The only issue is that not every wearables maker uses these sensors in the same way.
Some smartwatches measure your SpO2 passively as you sleep while others will let you take a direct measurement. But don't worry, we'll get into what SpO2 sensors are, how they work, and their limitations. We'll also dive into how to set up SpO2 measurements on some of the more popular wearables that support this...