Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has recently launched the much-anticipated Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7, positioning them as direct competitors to Apple's smartwatch lineup.
Both new models are set to be available starting July 24. The Galaxy Watch 7 will be priced at $299.99, whereas the more premium Galaxy Watch Ultra will retail for $649.99.
The company has announced that the Galaxy Watch Ultra will succeed the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro as Samsung's flagship smartwatch. It boasts advanced health monitoring features and robust hardware comparable to those of the Galaxy Watch 7.
Designed with a 47-mm size, the Galaxy Watch Ultra targets sports and health enthusiasts by offering specialized features like the triathlon-friendly "Multi-sports tile" and an AI-powered "Functional Threshold Power" measurement for cycling.
Both the Watch Ultra and Watch 7 share similar internal hardware and software enhancements, including FDA-approved sleep apnea detection technology and dual GPS capabilities. They are also equipped with upgrades to Wear OS 5 and One UI 6 Watch, powered by a new 3nm Exynos chip featuring 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. Additional features include LTE connectivity, fast charging, and dual-frequency GPS.
Moreover, both the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra incorporate an upgraded Samsung BioActive Sensor for enhanced heart rate monitoring, EKG readings, and body composition analysis. They also introduce Galaxy AI-powered functionalities such as Energy Score and Wellness Tips, as noted by The Verge.
