This is how Galaxy Watch 4 works

Galaxy Watch 4

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Samsung Galaxy Phones

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Health Features

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It's Another Story on Other Phones

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At least you can get Google apps

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Oh, and you're stuck with Bixby

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Will you buy the Galaxy Watch 4?

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