Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Galaxy Watch Ultra 2; Check Expected Price, Specs Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked July 22 Event

The tech world is buzzing as Samsung prepares to host its second Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event of the year, scheduled for July 22, 2026, live from London. This eagerly awaited Galaxy Unpacked Event is set to showcase Samsung's latest innovations, with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 expected to take center stage alongside new foldable smartphones. The Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 livestream will commence at 9 am ET (2 PM BST / 6:30 PM IST), offering a first look at these next-generation Galaxy devices and their advanced features. Pre-orders are slated to open immediately after the event on July 22, with retail availability anticipated around August 6, 2026.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9: Smarter Everyday Companion

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is expected to maintain its familiar design, available in 40mm and 44mm sizes. Leaked renders suggest colour options will include Cream, Green, and Graphite.

Key Expected Specifications & Features:

• Chipset: The Galaxy Watch 9 is widely expected to retain Samsung's Exynos W1000 (3nm) processor, which has powered previous generations such as the Galaxy Watch 7 and 8.
• Display: Expected to feature 1.34-inch (40mm) and 1.47-inch (44mm) Super AMOLED displays with resolutions of 438x438 and 480x480 pixels, respectively, and a peak brightness of around 3,000 nits.
• Battery: The 44mm variant is expected to retain its 435 mAh capacity, with the 40mm model rumored to have around 382 mAh. Charging is expected to remain at 10W wireless.
• Storage & RAM: Anticipated to come with 32GB of internal storage and 2GB of RAM.
• Connectivity: LTE, Bluetooth 6.0, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Dual-band GNSS, and NFC are expected.
• Software: Will run on Wear OS 7 with Samsung's One UI 9 Watch, featuring advanced AI capabilities and a redesigned interface. The Gemini voice assistant is also expected to be accessible.
• Health: AI-driven health monitoring, enhanced sensor accuracy, predictive health insights, and Blood Pressure Trends are among the expected upgrades.
• Durability: IP68 dust and water resistance, 5ATM water resistance, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability are expected.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: The Rugged Powerhouse

Samsung is poised to launch the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 as its flagship rugged smartwatch, aiming to compete directly with high-end sports wearables. The Ultra 2 is expected to feature a distinct 47mm case with a familiar design, potentially incorporating a physical rotating crown. Color options are rumored to include Gray and Silver.

Key Expected Specifications & Features:

• Chipset: A significant upgrade is expected with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon Wear Elite (3nm) processor, featuring a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) designed for on-device AI and promising substantial performance and efficiency gains.
• Display: Rumored to sport a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 480x480 resolution, protected by sapphire crystal. A groundbreaking peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits is highly anticipated, offering unparalleled outdoor visibility.
• Battery: A major highlight is the expected ~784mAh rated (~800mAh typical) battery, a substantial 35.6% increase over its predecessor, aiming to deliver over three days of typical use. Wireless charging will remain at 10W.
• Storage & RAM: Expected to come with 64GB of internal storage and 4GB of RAM.
• Connectivity: The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is expected to be the first in the series to support 5G connectivity, with both 4G and 5G variants. It will also feature Bluetooth 6.0, Dual-Band GNSS (L1+L5), UWB, and standalone satellite SOS capabilities for emergency communications.
• Software: Like the Watch 9, it will run Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch, leveraging the new Snapdragon Wear Elite chip for enhanced AI health coaching and advanced insights.
• Health: Upgraded sensors are expected, alongside advanced AI health tracking and new activity modes.
• Durability: Built for the outdoors, it's expected to feature a Titanium frame, 10 ATM water resistance, IP68 dust protection, MIL-STD-810H durability, and a potential IP69K rating for extreme water and temperature protection.

India Pricing and Availability (Expected)

While official India pricing will be revealed at the Galaxy Unpacked Livestream, leaks suggest a price increase across the lineup. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is expected to start around ₹36,999 to ₹39,999 in India. The premium Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is rumored to be priced around ₹64,999 to ₹65,999.  It could also be as high as ₹89,000. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Price, Specs; Everything to Expect Ahead of July 22 Launch.

Pre-orders will open on July 22, 2026, directly following the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 announcement. Customers can register for launch offers and stay updated via Samsung's official website. Retail availability is projected for early August 2026.

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