Samsung’s newest watches take health metrics to the next level, while the Watch Ultra takes it up another level, with the power of Galaxy AI helping more people through wearables designed to provide end-to-end wellness experiences for everyone.
AI is everywhere, and it is in Samsung’s latest smartwatches, too. Samsung says these new additions to the Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are central to its vision for Galaxy AI to enhance digital health, delivering personalised insights and tailored wellness experiences that enable a more comprehensive understanding of yourself through a holistic approach to everyday wellness.
The video below contains my impressions of the Flip6, Fold6 and new Samsung Watch Ultra, so please take a look, after which is a look at the features the Fold6 offers, as well as local Australia pricing.
I was recording on a 4K camera, but after a false start, I didn’t press the record button again on my Camtasia 2024 software, and this is the Zoom backup recording. For some reason Zoom recorded it in only 640 x 320, so I tried some upscaling software, but it’s still fuzzy. Even so… you can still hear and see my presentation, so please enjoy nevertheless!
Note, this video starts from the Samsung Watch 7 section, but if you want to rewind back to the beginning which starts with the Flip6, and then the Fold6, you can easily do so:
Promising accurate, detailed, and advanced information on personal health is a key factor in this process, and Samsung’s accumulated sensor innovations on Galaxy Ring (not yet available in Australia), Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are “helping bring its vision to life.”
Galaxy Watch7 maximises everyday wellness with personalised workouts along with intelligent health monitoring capabilities, while Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch line-up – is Samsung’s most capable smartwatch yet, designed for next level achievements.
Setting up the Galaxy Watch Ultra was effortless. Once turned on, your Galaxy smartphone sees it and initiates the effortless pairing process. It’s all straightforward stuff, and you’re even offered a selection of watch apps to download, such as Strava for running, Soundcloud for music and various others.
TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics said: “The latest additions to our wearables portfolio integrate Samsung’s most advanced technologies and innovations, enabling you to take control of your health and wellness.
“The intelligence, guidance and insights that are offered with Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will help users turn data into meaningful insights and create a whole new era of expanded intelligent health experiences.”
Samsung Watch Ultra – the one I tried – does look similar to the squared shape of the Apple Watch Ultra, but it nevertheless has a circular watch face. Instead of a spinning digital crown, which Ultra looks like it has, you don’t spin the crown, but instead move your finger along the circular bezel to get the same effect, and for some people this will be easier than the spinning crown experience.
You also get the “red” watch face interface at night, something the Apple Watch Ultra pioneered, and at night this is much easier on the eyes, and was definitely a useful feature to copy.
Effectively, this is Samsung’s version of what a rugged, multi-day battery life Ultra watch should deliver, and for those in the Samsung and Android ecosystems wanting an equivalent to Apple’s Watch Ultra, this is most definitely it, and is sure to be very popular with those wanting the best that Samsung can deliver – while also taking advantage of the latest Wear OS 5, the newest version of the Android-based watch operating system.
Kylie Mason, the Head of Wearables and Accessories at Samsung Electronics Australia said: “Galaxy Watch Ultra represents an exciting leap forward for active Australians who push the boundaries of achievement. With our most significant hardware and software advancements to date, it features drastically improved accuracy and performance to better meet Australians’ needs. Whether you are an elite athlete, an outdoor addict or simply someone who values health and wellness, the Watch Ultra is the ultimate companion for those who demand the best.
“Samsung is committed to delivering the best sound experience with greater ease for Australians, and this is reflected in our Galaxy Buds series. Through the continuous development and innovation of audio technology, we’re proud to bring an intelligent sou nd experience to users everywhere through Galaxy Buds3 series, now enhanced further with its new design.”
So, what does Samsung say about both new watches?
Galaxy Watch7: Comprehensive Understanding of Everyday Wellness
Galaxy Watch7 is designed to help you gain a holistic understanding of yourself. Galaxy Watch7 motivates you to create healthier days with more ways to support everyday wellness. You can accurately track over 100 workouts and build routines by combining various exercises with Workout Routine to achieve your goals. With Race, compare current and past performance in real-time to track progress and maintain motivation. Receive a complete body and fitness snapshot with Body Composition for a comprehensive understanding of your body.
Receive real-time readings and alerts for abnormally high or low heart rates with Heart Rate monitoring and get a deeper understanding of your heart health with Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring.
These advanced, in-depth monitoring and tailored insights are made possible thanks to Samsung’s most innovative hardware on Galaxy Watch7. An enhanced BioActive Sensor offers increased accuracy, empowering you to better understand yourself with comprehensive readings.
Equipped with the most powerful chip in the Galaxy Watch line-up, and for the first time a 3nm Processor, Galaxy Watch7 delivers a more seamless wearable experience with three times faster CPU and 30% improved power efficiency26 of application processor. In addition, Galaxy Watch7 is the first Galaxy smartwatch to feature a Dual-frequency GPS system, which can more precisely track location28 even in dense urban environments, enabling you to conquer wherever you are.
Featuring Samsung’s iconic circle design, Galaxy Watch7 allows you to match your personal style with new watch bands, including a ripple shape design and colourful stitch details, along with a variety of watch faces. Galaxy Watch7 also brings more intuitive and seamless experiences between connected Galaxy devices.
Answer messages effortlessly with intelligent Suggested replies, which suggests suitable responses by analysing previous conversations through Galaxy AI. With Double Pinch Gestures, easily control a Galaxy Watch and connected Galaxy smartphone even when your hands are full, and simply use the all-in-one Samsung Wallet32 to make every day more convenient from payments to accessing Digital IDs.
Galaxy Watch7 will be available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. Galaxy Watch7 40mm is available in Green and Cream, at AUD $549 for the 40mm Bluetooth model, and $649 for the LTE (4G) model, while Galaxy Watch7 44mm is available in Green and Silver, at AUD $599 for Bluetooth, and $699 for the LTE version.
Galaxy Watch Ultra: Maximising Passionate Performance
Building on the foundation of Galaxy Watch7’s advanced health monitoring features and powerful hardware, Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest and most powerful addition to the Galaxy Watch portfolio – further unlocks enhanced fitness experiences for next level achievements with ultimate intelligence and capabilities. Echoing Galaxy Watch’s circle design legacy, a new cushion design enhances protection and visual completeness, while a Dynamic Lug System for enhanced comfort empowers you to be the best version of yourself anywhere, anytime.
Premium capabilities built for outdoor durability enable you to push limits and go further with a Titanium Grade 433 frame and 10ATM water resistance34. Additionally, Galaxy Watch Ultra operates at a wider range of altitudes to help track advanced fitness experiences like swimming in the ocean to cycling in extreme environments.
Track multi-course workouts for a triathlon from swimming to cycling to running with new Multisports tile. Plus, new Functional Threshold Power (FTP) for cycling accurately measures maximum cycling power in just 4 minutes with AI-powered FTP metrics to unlock full potential based on indicators unique to you. Galaxy Watch Ultra also provides an advanced Personalised HR Zone, so you can workout at optimal intensity levels based on your physical capabilities.
With a newly added Quick Button, you can instantly initiate and control workouts and map other functions to suit your needs. Plus, you can activate an Emergency Siren for safety. Postworkout, check stats at a glance with dedicated watch faces for Galaxy Watch Ultra which automatically switch to Night Mode for optimal readability in the dark. Additionally, with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, Galaxy Watch Ultra also ensures readability even in bright sunlight. For peace of mind during longer adventures, Galaxy Watch Ultra has the longest battery life within the Galaxy Watch line-up.
Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available in a 47mm size in Titanium Grey, Titanium White and Titanium Silver.
Galaxy Watch Ultra is available in a 47mm model at AUD $1,299 with LTE 4G.
Colours include Titanium Grey (Orange band), Titanium White (White band) and Titanium.
Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are the first Android smartwatches powered by Wear OS 5, the most powerful release from Wear OS yet. Offering advanced performance and power efficiency, Wear OS 5 ensures you can enjoy more seamless and smooth interactions and use your Galaxy Watch for longer. In addition, you can maximise your wearable experience with access to a variety of popular apps right from your wrist, including Galaxy services, Google apps and fan-favourite third-party apps.
As always, Samsung says the power of its connected Galaxy ecosystem brings even greater benefits to unlock even more potential. You can receive a more seamless and accurate health analysis from a wider range of data by wearing Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring together, improving precision and accuracy day through night, especially for sleep. Plus, you can wear the as-yet unavailable in Australia Galaxy Ring even longer when paired with Galaxy Watch, further extending the already-long battery life up to 30%.
So… these watches are true flagship devices, and are arguably the very best Android based smartwatches on the market. If you’re looking for a new smartwatch and are an Android user, they are definitely worth checking out for yourself!
