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
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
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
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.
