Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Watch 9 unveiled, pre-sale date released

Samsung has revealed details of its new range of Galaxy Watch at their annual Unpacked event, also revealing details of when pre-sales begin, as well as pricing.

For all the information, keep reading!

Your Health Companion on the Wrist

Deeper insights, more accurate tracking and lasting comfort help users turn daily data into actionable guidance

The all-new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch9  have been unveiled, delivering a new era where users can unlock in-depth health insights simply by wearing these devices. To support 24/7 wearability, Samsung delivers powerful innovations that maximise comfort while advancing performance with Galaxy Watch’slargest battery and brightest display ever, as well as the Snapdragon Wear® Elite Platform.

Serving as the gateway to AI-driven health intelligence, this line-up transforms biometric data into personalised, actionable guidance across the full spectrum of user health

Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 feature the Snapdragon Wear® Elite Platform, alongside the line-up's largest battery and brightest display ever. 

"Samsung is committed to helping people live better. We want to make the shift from reactive treatment to proactive care as seamless as possible. By integrating everyday devices with our global scale, we’re building a deeply connected health experience.” said TM Roh, Chief Executive Officer, President and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. 

"The new Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 represent a leap forward in Samsung's health vision. By continuously tracking health data from the wrist, these new watches act as a health companion, turning daily vital signs into proactive, actionable insights and providing timely alerts"

Galaxy Watch Ultra2: Fuelling Ambitions and Enabling Peak Performance Through Unrivalled Hardware and Specialised Sports Tracking

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is Samsung’s most powerful and advanced Galaxy Watch ever. It is built for extreme outdoor adventures and high-performance seekers who demand long-lasting performance, reliable durability, precision tracking and continuous health monitoring in extreme conditions.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2’s dedicated tracking modes for outdoor sports help users excel and safely push their limits. The Trail Run 4 feature tracks detailed elevation, climbing progress and terrain impact so users can better pace themselves and reduce injury risk. It also provides real-time hydration guidance through Nutrition Alert, 5 a new addition to the existing Sweat Loss feature. 

By estimating sweat loss relative to body weight, it provides guidance on when and how much to hydrate, helping users achieve their running goals

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is rated IP69K, 10 ATM and EN13319 certified, also dust and water- resistant. The moment the user enters the water, it can automatically track real-time data such as depth, time and water temperature right from their wrist. 7 Moreover, users can access advanced features, including ascent/descent speed tracking and safe dive limits, by using the exclusive Ultra2 Diving app expected to be available later this year. Developed with Mares, the world’s leading diving equipment brand, these features significantly enhance the watch's capabilities.

Once a user enters the water, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 automatically tracks real-time data such as depth, time and water temperature.

To power these pro-level sports health features, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is built with unprecedented hardware performance. It is equipped with a massive 800 mAh battery — a 35% increase in capacity compared to the previous Ultra model. Powered by the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, it establishes a new benchmark in power, speed and highly accurate GPS tracking for the Ultra line.

The expanded display provides the world’s first smartwatch with 5,000 nits of brightness, 9 making crystal-clear visibility possible even under intense sunlight.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 retains its shock-resistant titanium casing, while also introducing enhanced comfort and stability for a broader, more diverse range of users. Despite a significantly larger battery,

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 achieves an innovative slimmer 10 design that transitions seamlessly from outdoor and sports activities to everyday lifestyle use. Advanced internal re-engineering significantly reduces the device’s thickness by 12% compared to the previous generation. Coupled with lighter and softer bands that reduce weight, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 delivers 24/7 wearability, biometric data tracking and exceptional comfort.

Galaxy Watch9: Everyday Wellness With All-Day Comfort and a Lasting Battery

Galaxy Watch9 is the ultimate everyday health companion, designed for wellness-conscious users who want to build healthier habits through effortless, continuous activity and sleep tracking. This versatile watch turns personal biomarkers into actionable health insights, empowering users to manage their daily routines by simply wearing it.

To maximise its role as a health companion, Galaxy Watch9 is backed by powerful hardware and an incredibly comfortable design. It features a lightweight yet durable aluminum casing that preserves Galaxy Watch’s signature cushion silhouette, refined specifically for a closer, more natural fit on the wrist. Combined with a wide range of interchangeable, soft-touch bands, Galaxy Watch9 helps ensure unmatched all-day comfort — enabling the continuous, 24/7 wear required to help capture accurate health data.

This exceptional wearability is powered by next-generation internal innovations. The new Snapdragon Wear Elite platform gives Galaxy Watch9 a massive boost in speed and efficiency for lag-free, seamless health monitoring. The 40mm size is equipped with an efficient 390 mAh battery

delivers dependable, around-the-clock tracking from day to night. Furthermore, a brilliant 3,000-nit display supports effortless readability and crystal-clear visibility under any lighting condition, making it easy for users to check their health status at a glance.

AI-Powered Health: Comprehensive and Actionable Health Insights

At the core of Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 are Samsung’s AI-powered health features. Galaxy Watch’s BioActive sensor captures continuous biometric data about a user’s lifestyle habits to develop a deep understanding of their health. Galaxy Watch then translates this biometric data into simple, proactive recommendations, helping users understand not just what is happening in their bodies, but what to do next.

The new capabilities — available on both Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 — advance Samsung’s preventive care vision. Built on this foundation, Galaxy Watch is designed to deliver more meaningful health guidance across key pillars including sleep, activity, cardiovascular health and recovery.

 Vitals 12 : Proactively monitors a user’s personal health baseline during sleep and provides seamless alerts for significant deviations.

 Heart Health Score 13 : Provides an understanding of cardiovascular wellness through a simple, actionable score and personalised lifestyle recommendations.

 Daily Cardio Load 14 : Optimises training through tailored guidance on workout volume and estimated recovery needs.

 Fitness Index 15 : Delivers a holistic view of physical fitness with personalised goals to improve everyday performance.

 Hearing 16 : Protects long-term hearing health with alerts for unsafe noise levels and detailed reports.

With these features, users can gain access to intelligent, personalised insights that empower them to seamlessly manage their long-term wellness journey and reach their goals.

Purpose-Built Band Collections: Designed for Every Lifestyle

A smartwatch should be as unique as the user, and both Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 offer a range of diverse band options to fit every lifestyle.

Because elite performance demands the right gear for the right moment, Samsung offers a specialised collection of Ultra bands. Whether users are tackling rugged terrain or heading into a business meeting, they have the flexibility to choose the perfect band tailored to their specific purpose and environment, ensuring optimal functionality without compromising on style. Users have the following options to choose from:

 Marine Band: an even lighter, breathable silicone band designed for all-day adventures and extreme conditions.

 PeakForm Band: a hybrid material band delivering a premium finish optimised for both elegance and athletic performance.

 Trail Band: a classic fabric band featuring enhanced breathability and a superior fit for lasting comfort, even during demanding outdoor activities like running.

Designed with ultimate self-expression in mind, the expansive new Watch9 band collection empowers users to showcase their personal style and customise their look. Featuring innovative new materials and a vibrant spectrum of colours, these bands maximise comfort across diverse activities — from intense workouts to your everyday routines:

 Sports Band: a thinner, softer all-rounder for ultimate comfort and effortless transitions from workouts to daily life.

 Misty Band: crafted from premium soft silicone that securely wraps around the wrist for a stable, bounce-free fit. Featuring subtle and soft two-tone colours, it delivers a sophisticated look that effortlessly complements a user’s everyday style.

 Fabric Band: a lightweight, breathable daily band offering maximum comfort, even during sleep.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 come with exclusive subscription trial benefits:

 Strava 60-Day Free Trial 17 : Users can start training with the world's most active community, where 195 million active people across 185 countries track every effort and cheer each other on. But Strava goes beyond training — users can connect with their community and discover new running routes by tracking workouts directly on theirwatch, then opening the Strava app on their mobile phone. To activate a free trial, users can open the Strava mobile app, go to Settings and tap the Samsung offer.

 iFIT 2-Month Free Trial 18 : Users can explore global destinations with elite iFIT trainers and track workouts directly on their watch. To activate a free trial, users can open the Samsung Health app on their mobile phone and tap promotion in the Settings menu.

Availability 

Together with the new Galaxy Z series, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9 expands Samsung's AI ecosystem, bringing life companion experiences across every form factor, from wrist to pocket to home.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 will be available in a 47 mm size, while Galaxy Watch9 will be available in two sizes: 40 mm and 44 mm. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 users will be able to choose from Titanium Silver or Titanium Grey. Meanwhile, the 40mm Galaxy Watch9 will be available in Cream and Graphite, while the 44mm Galaxy Watch9 will be available in Graphite and Silver.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 are available for pre-order in select markets starting July 23, with general availability starting August 10.