It would be a lie to say that the new Galaxy Z foldable devices weren’t the highlight of today’s Galaxy Unpacked event – they are after all one of the cornerstones that allows Samsung to stand out from rival competitors. With that said though, a lot of eyes were also looking forward to this year’s Galaxy-branded wearables, especially with Samsung shaking things up for this year.
We’re of course talking about the new Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and Watch Ultra, as well as the company’s first-ever Galaxy Ring. The company is no veteran to wearable hardware, so what exactly do these new products come with? Let’s take a look.
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Galaxy Watch Ultra
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We’re not going to pretend that we don’t see some similarities between the new Galaxy Watch Ultra and another “Ultra” watch model out on the market, as the resemblance – as some might say – is quite uncanny. Teasing aside, the Galaxy Watch Ultra takes its place as the new high-end wearable on Samsung’s roster, replacing the Galaxy Watch “Classic” and “Pro” models from previous years.
For its design, Samsung has gone ahead and used a Grade 4 Titanium chassis, which also comes with 10ATM water resistance for added durability. Gone is the rounded watch casing from older models, which is now replaced with a “squircle” design (and a divisive one at that). As for the display, the 47mm touchscreen comes with an impressive brightness level of up to 3,000 nits; meanwhile, the side of the watch features a “Quick Button” that can be assigned to a number of different apps and functions.
Samsung says that the Galaxy Watch Ultra’s battery can last up to a hundred hours on Power Savings mode. With regular use however, you get access to several new new sports and fitness modes, such as FTP metrics, a Personalized HR Zone, and more. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is priced at £599.
Galaxy Watch7
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If you’re after a more “subdued” look for everyday wear, Samsung also announced the new Galaxy Watch7 series. It comes with a more familiar look and shares the same design with older Galaxy Watches, available in 40mm and 44mm models. Powering the Galaxy Watch7 is a 3nm processor, which according to Samsung has 30% improved power efficiency.
Other new hardware features include a new Dual-frequency GPS and an enhanced BioActive Sensor. Users can over a hundred different workouts and create routines with a dedicated Workout Routine feature. For sleep monitoring, Samsung has included FDA-approved Sleep Apnea detection, alongside a roster of other health metric tracking features like heart rate monitoring, irregular heart rhythm notifications and ECG readings. The Galaxy Watch7 starts at £289.
Galaxy Ring
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Last but not the least is the Galaxy Ring, a new addition to Samsung’s array of wearable tech. Priced at £399, it’s a super minimalist option for users who want to track their health but don’t want to constantly wear a watch everywhere.
With the exception of a touch display and a different form factor, the Galaxy Ring works similarly to a smartwatch – users can track their health 24/7 including heart rate, sleep patterns and respiratory rate, among a host of other features. Samsung has used Grade 5 Titanium for this one in addition to 10ATM water resistance which makes it safe to wear almost everywhere. As for battery, the Galaxy Ring can last up to a week, and there’s an included charging case that can top up the battery. It’s available in nine different size options, as well Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold finishes.