Samsung may have just announced the Galaxy Fit 4 without meaning to. The company quietly put a Galaxy Fit4 Manager companion app in its own Galaxy Store, and the listing screenshots show features the current Galaxy Fit 3 never had: a Wallet menu, a speaker and a photo watch face. Samsung has not announced the band, but a live manager app is usually a sign that a launch is close.
The leak is exciting, and it also raises awkward questions, especially about battery life. Here is what the app actually shows, where reports disagree, and what it could mean for a band that has been the quiet budget favorite of the Samsung lineup.
Quick take
Screenshots from Samsung’s own app point to a Wallet menu, a speaker, a photo watch face and a battery estimate of roughly four days, against the 13 days Samsung claimed for the Fit 3. Other leaks add a slightly taller screen (258 x 428) and Bluetooth 5.4. There is still no official price, no date and no confirmed GPS.
What Samsung’s Own App Reveals
App listings are one of the more reliable leak sources, because they come straight from the manufacturer. The Galaxy Fit4 Manager screenshots reportedly show three things that stand out from the Fit 3.
First, there is a Wallet option in the settings. That hints at tap-to-pay with cards stored in Samsung Wallet, a feature the Fit line has never offered. Second, the app lists a speaker alongside the vibration motor, which would be a first for the series. Third, a photo watch face shows up, letting you put your own picture on the screen.
The app also appears to show a battery estimate near four days. That one needs care, and we come back to it below.
Galaxy Fit 4 vs Galaxy Fit 3: What the Leaks Say
| Galaxy Fit 3 | Galaxy Fit 4 (leaked) | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 256 x 402 | 258 x 428, slightly taller |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 (seen in FCC filing) |
| Battery | 208 mAh, up to 13 days claimed | About 4 days in an app screenshot, capacity unknown |
| Speaker | No | Appears in the app |
| Wallet / payments | No | Wallet menu seen, NFC unconfirmed |
| GPS | No, uses your phone | Appears absent |
| Colors | Gray, silver, pink gold | Three options; reports say black, silver and light green or green and white |
| Price | $59.99 at US launch | Not announced, rumors range from $59.99 to under $100 |
Compiled from reports by The Gadgeteer, Android Authority, Notebookcheck, GSMArena, Android Central and SamMobile. Fit 3 figures are Samsung’s launch claims. Fit 4 details are leaks and may change.
The Battery Question
The Fit 3 earned its reputation on endurance. Samsung rated its 208 mAh battery for up to 13 days, and that long runtime is a big reason people picked it over a full smartwatch. A screenshot that suggests about four days for the Fit 4 would be a steep drop on paper.
There are good reasons to stay cautious. The FCC filing does not list a battery capacity, so nobody outside Samsung knows the real cell size. The screenshot may show a conservative figure with the always-on display and the speaker in use. Samsung’s own claims also tend to use light usage tests. Still, adding a speaker and possibly an NFC chip costs space and power, so a shorter runtime would not be a surprise. If you buy a Fit band for the two-week battery, wait for real reviews.
Wallet, NFC and a Conflict in the Reports
The Wallet menu is the most interesting part of the leak, and also the most disputed. Tap-to-pay needs an NFC chip, and the Fit 4’s FCC listing reportedly mentions only Bluetooth. That does not settle it. FCC paperwork often covers only the radios that need certification for a given test, and NFC can be listed separately or in other documents. For now, call it a strong hint rather than a fact.
No GPS, Still
The leaks keep pointing to a band without built-in GPS, so outdoor runs and rides would still rely on your phone for routes and pace. That is typical of this price tier. If standalone tracking matters to you, a watch like the one in our Moto Watch 2 Fit coverage adds dual-frequency GPS for around €119, though it is a different kind of device.
Where It Sits Against the Competition
The Fit line competes with the cheapest bands on the market. Xiaomi has pushed hard on screen quality and optional NFC, as we saw with the Xiaomi Smart Band 11 at €59.99, and Amazfit keeps raising the bar for value, which our Amazfit Bip 6 review showed at around $80. If Samsung can add payments and a speaker while holding the price near $60 to $80, the Fit 4 would be a serious option for Galaxy phone owners. If the price creeps toward $100, the case gets harder.
What looks promising
- ✓ Wallet menu hints at tap-to-pay
- ✓ Speaker for calls and alerts
- ✓ Slightly taller, sharper screen
- ✓ Bluetooth 5.4 and photo watch faces
What worries us
- ~ Battery may fall from 13 days to about 4
- ~ NFC not confirmed in the FCC filing
- ~ Still no GPS
- ~ Price and release date unknown
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Samsung announced the Galaxy Fit 4?
No. Samsung has not made an official announcement, but its own Galaxy Fit4 Manager app appeared in the Galaxy Store, which usually points to a launch in the near future.
Will the Galaxy Fit 4 support payments?
Possibly. The app shows a Wallet menu, but the FCC listing reportedly mentions no NFC, so tap-to-pay is not confirmed.
How long will the battery last?
An app screenshot suggests about four days, compared with the 13 days Samsung claimed for the Fit 3. The real figure will depend on the battery size and how the band is used.
Does it have GPS?
Leaks suggest it does not, so it would use your phone’s GPS for outdoor activities.
How much will it cost?
Nothing official yet. The Fit 3 launched at $59.99 in the US, and rumors for the Fit 4 range from a similar price to just under $100.
Final Verdict
The Bottom Line
The Galaxy Fit 4 looks like a more capable band than the Fit 3, with a speaker, a Wallet menu and a better screen. The price of that ambition may be battery life. Until Samsung confirms the specs, hold off on buying a Fit 3 at full price and watch for the official launch.
Featured image: Pexels. Illustrative stock photo, not the Galaxy Fit 4.
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