Galaxy Ring, Fold 6, Flip 6, Watch Ultra and more unveiled by Samsung

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event unveiled a wave of new devices, living up to its reputation for innovation. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the announcements:

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Galaxy Ring: ($400)

Marking a significant entry into a new product category, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Ring – a health and wellness-focused wearable. This titanium ring packs a surprising amount of technology, including an accelerometer, PPG sensors for blood flow and temperature, and the ability to track sleep, movement, heart rate, respiration, and menstrual cycles. The Galaxy Ring delivers an “Energy Score” to provide a holistic view of your health and offers suggestions for improvement. There’s no subscription required, making it a potentially budget-friendly option compared to some competitors. Additional features include automatic workout detection, heart rate alerts, inactivity reminders, and the ability to control your Galaxy phone’s camera remotely. The Galaxy Ring boasts a 7-day battery life with a quick charging case and interestingly, its battery life can be extended by up to 30% when paired with a Galaxy Watch. Pre-orders are open now for a July 24th shipping date.

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Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6: ($1,100 & $1,900 Starting Price)

Samsung’s foldable phones received their annual refresh, with the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 boasting the slimmest and lightest designs yet. Durability is a key focus, with a strengthened folding edge, enhanced layering for the main screen to improve crease visibility, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for overall protection. Both phones run on the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and incorporate a vapour chamber cooling system for improved thermal performance. The Z Fold 6 boasts a larger vapour chamber compared to its predecessor, while the Z Flip 6 marks the first time a Flip model includes this technology.

These 2024 flagships are packed with AI features, including a fully integrated Google Gemini app capable of generating detailed images from sketches and drafting emails based on prompts. The camera systems also benefit from AI enhancements. A particularly exciting feature is the enhanced Interpreter app that utilizes the dual-screen format to provide on-device translations for more natural conversations. Both displays have increased in size, with the Z Fold 6’s main screen boasting a 2.7mm wider view and a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, matching the Galaxy S24. The Z Flip 6 received a major camera upgrade with 50MP wide and 12MP ultra-wide sensors, along with a bump in base memory to 12GB. Both phones are available for pre-order now, with general availability starting on July 24th. Pre-order incentives include storage upgrades for both models.

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Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra: ($300 & $650 Starting Price)

Samsung joins the “Ultra” smartwatch trend with the introduction of the Galaxy Watch Ultra. This high-end Wear OS 5 device is designed for durability and caters to extreme athletes. The Watch Ultra boasts a wider operating range (from -500 meters below sea level to 9,000 meters above), water resistance up to 100 meters, and a titanium frame. It prioritizes long battery life, offering up to 100 hours in power-saving mode and 48 hours with exercise power-saving enabled. Additionally, it boasts advanced health features like multi-course workout tracking, personalized heart rate zones, an emergency siren, sleep apnea monitoring, and a new programmable Quick Button.

For those seeking a more traditional smartwatch experience, the Galaxy Watch 7 offers the latest upgrades. This model utilizes a 3nm processor for faster performance and improved power efficiency. A dual-frequency GPS system enhances location accuracy, and health-tracking capabilities have been improved. The Galaxy Watch 7 introduces double pinch gestures for device control. The Watch Ultra is available in a single 47mm size for $650, while the Watch 7 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes with a starting price of $300. Both models are available for pre-order now, with general availability starting on July 24th.

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Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro

The Buds 3 Pro feature a new “blade” design with built-in lights and offers gesture controls like pinching or swiping for audio adjustments. They boast dual amplifiers, planar tweeters, and a super-wideband call feature for improved audio clarity during calls. Both models are available for pre-order now, with shipments and general availability starting on July 24th. The Galaxy Buds 3 starts at $180, while the feature-packed Galaxy Buds 3 Pro will set you back $250.

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event showcased a range of innovative devices catering to various user needs. The Galaxy Ring breaks new ground in health and wellness wearables, while the refined Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 continue to push the boundaries of foldable phone technology. The Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra cater to both casual and extreme athletes with their advanced features, and the Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro offer improved audio experiences with a focus on convenience and smart features. With pre-orders open now and availability starting July 24th, Samsung’s latest offerings are poised to make a splash in the consumer tech market.

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