Samsung Galaxy Fit4 gets SIRIM certification; Galaxy Buds On India launch looks closer
Samsung appears to be preparing to expand its wearable lineup in India, with two new products surfacing in recent listings. The Galaxy Fit4 fitness tracker has secured certification in Malaysia, while a support page for the Galaxy Buds On has gone live on Samsung’s Indian website. Neither listing confirms an Indian launch date, but both suggest the company is preparing these products for additional markets.
Samsung Galaxy Fit4 SIRIM certification
The Samsung Galaxy Fit4, bearing the model number SM-R391, has appeared on Malaysia’s SIRIM database under certification number RGHS/24A/1026/S(26-5966). The model number had previously appeared on India’s BIS database, hinting at a possible Indian launch.
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The Galaxy Fit4 will succeed the Galaxy Fit3, which offers basic fitness tracking at a lower price than a full-fledged smartwatch. According to details from its FCC listing, the new tracker retains a pill-shaped rear sensor module, two metal charging contacts and removable wristband attachments. It’s also listed with Bluetooth 5.4, an upgrade over Bluetooth 5.3 on its predecessor.
Heart-rate monitoring, sleep tracking and a touchscreen are expected to remain among its core features. However, the available information indicates that the tracker will not support built-in GPS, NFC, UWB or LTE connectivity. Buyers who need independent GPS tracking for outdoor workouts may therefore want to consider a smartwatch with built-in location services instead. Samsung has yet to announce the Galaxy Fit4’s complete specifications, pricing or launch date.
Samsung Galaxy Buds On India launch
The Galaxy Buds On support page is now live on Samsung India’s website, although it lists the model number rather than the product name. The earbuds, Samsung’s first clip-on model in the Galaxy Buds lineup, are scheduled to go on sale in South Korea on October 27th. An India launch date and price are yet to be announced.
Unlike conventional in-ear earbuds, the Galaxy Buds On sit around the ear without sealing the ear canal. This open-ear design should suit users who want to hear traffic and other surroundings while walking, running or cycling. Samsung claims up to 9.5 hours of music playback on a single charge.
The earbuds use TwinBoost speakers, automatic volume control and Intelligent Clear Call technology. Three microphones, a bone conduction-based Voice Pickup Unit and machine learning are designed to improve voice pickup in noisy environments. They also support Galaxy AI features and head gestures for handling calls.
The design has trade-offs, though. Open-ear earbuds generally provide less noise isolation than in-ear models, and sound leakage can be an issue at higher volumes. Buyers in India can already consider alternatives such as the Huawei FreeClip 2, Bose Ultra Open Earbuds and more affordable clip-on options from Noise.
The Galaxy Buds On will need competitive Indian pricing to stand out. Their open-ear design and Galaxy ecosystem features could appeal to Samsung users, but those who prioritise noise cancellation or immersive listening may be better served by conventional earbuds.
