Samsung’s Expanded Wearables Portfolio Unlocks Intelligent Health Experiences for All
Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra enable new, intelligent health experiences across the portfolio, making everyday wellness more meaningful
11 July 2024AUCKLAND, New Zealand– July 11, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the new Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra1, expanding the power of Galaxy AI2 to more people through wearables designed to provide end-to-end wellness experiences3 for everyone.
These new additions to the wearables portfolio are central to Samsung’s vision for Galaxy AI to enhance digital health, delivering personalised insights and tailored health experiences that enable a more comprehensive understanding of yourself through a holistic approach to everyday wellness. Obtaining accurate, detailed, and advanced information on personal health is a key factor in this process, and Samsung’s accumulated sensor innovations on Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are helping bring its vision to life. Watch7 maximises everyday wellness with personalised workouts along with intelligent and preventative health monitoring capabilities. Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch lineup – is Samsung’s most capable smartwatch yet, designed for next level achievements.
“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 with preventative healthcare solutions,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “The intelligence, guidance and insights that are offered with 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.”
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 Race4, compare current and past performance in real-time to track progress and maintain motivation. Receive a complete body and fitness snapshot with Body Composition5 for a comprehensive understanding of your body.
Receive real-time readings and alerts for abnormally high or low heart rates with Heart Rate monitoring6, detect irregular heart rhythms suggestive of atrial fibrillation (AFib)7, and get a deeper understanding of your heart health with Electrocardiogram (ECG)8 and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring9.
These advanced, in-depth monitoring and tailored insights are made possible thanks to Samsung’s most innovative hardware on Galaxy Watch7 yet. An enhanced BioActive Sensor offers increased accuracy10, empowering you to better understand yourself with comprehensive readings. For the first time, Galaxy Watch7 allows you to conveniently track advanced glycation end products (AGEs) right from your wrist with an AGEs Index11. Strongly influenced by diet and lifestyle, AGEs reflect your overall biological aging process and provide an indication of metabolic health.
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 CPU12 and 30% improved power efficiency13 of application processor. In addition, Galaxy Watch7 is the first Galaxy smartwatch to feature a Dual-frequency GPS system14, which can more precisely track location15 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 bands16, 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 replies17, which suggests suitable responses by analysing previous conversations through Galaxy AI. With Double Pinch Gestures18, easily control a Galaxy Watch and connected Galaxy smartphone even when your hands are full.
Galaxy Watch7 will be available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. Galaxy Watch7 40mm is available in Green and Cream, while Galaxy Watch7 44mm is available in Green and Silver.
Galaxy Watch Ultra: Maximising Passionate Performance
1 Galaxy Watch Ultra has been independently tested under specification MIL-STD-810H by Element Materials Technology. Assessed under lab conditions for High/Low temperature, Altitude, Humidity, Immersion, Salt Fog, Dust, Vibration, and Drop etc. Real world usage may vary from specific environmental conditions used in the testing. Accuracy of results not guaranteed. Not permanent conditions and can diminish over time. Exposure to real world extreme elements not tested and may affect certain functions and features.
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 extreme durability1 enable you to push limits and go further with a Titanium Grade 419 frame and 10ATM water resistance20.
Track multi-course workouts for a triathlon from swimming to cycling to running with new Multi-sports tile. Plus, new Functional Threshold Power (FTP) for cycling accurately measures maximum cycling power in just 4 minutes with AI-powered FTP metrics21 to unlock full potential based on indicators unique to you. Galaxy Watch Ultra also provides an advanced Personalised HR Zone22, 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 Siren23 for safety. Post-workout, check stats at a glance with dedicated watch faces for Galaxy Watch Ultra which automatically switch to Night Mode24 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, offering up to 100 hours in Power Saving25 and 48 hours in Exercise Power Saving26.
Galaxy Watch Ultra27 will be available in a 47mm size in Titanium Gray, Titanium White and Titanium Silver.
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-favorite third-party apps2.
Availability28
Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available for pre-order in select markets starting 11 July, with general availability starting 31 July.
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2 Third party app may need to be downloaded. Apps and services may vary by region and are subject to change without notice. Internet connection is required. Data, subscription and other charges may apply.
1 Availability may vary depending on market, model and the paired smartphone. All functionalities, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.
2 Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by AI features. Samsung account login may be required to use certain Samsung AI features. Galaxy AI service may be limited for minors in certain regions with age restrictions over AI usage. Galaxy AI features will be provided for free until the end of 2025 on supported Samsung Galaxy devices. Different terms may apply for AI features provided by third parties.
3 Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and/or application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician. Certain features may vary by market, carrier or the paired device.
4 Race is available for outdoor running and outdoor cycling only. For comparative measurements, users are required to run on the same path as their previous path. Users can compare by selecting one of the records from a previous timeframe of up to 14 days. Comparing records through Race is only available when starting at the same location as the previous record's start point. It will be converted to running mode automatically if it deviates from its previous path by more than 10%.
5 Body Composition is only supported in Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series and later released Galaxy Watch models. Body Composition should not be used if you have an implanted pacemaker or other implanted medical devices, or if you are pregnant. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Measurement results may not be accurate if you are under 20 years old. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.
6 Heart Rate monitoring features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician.
7 The IHRN feature is only available in select markets. It is not intended to provide a notification on every episode of irregular rhythm suggestive of AFib and the absence of a notification is not intended to indicate no disease process is present. It is not intended for users with other known arrhythmias. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician.
8 The ECG feature is only available in select markets. It is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. The feature is not intended for users with known arrhythmias other than AFib. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only.
9 The Blood Pressure feature is only available in select markets. To ensure accuracy, users should calibrate their device every four weeks with a traditional blood pressure cuff. The Blood Pressure feature cannot diagnose hypertension, other conditions, or check for signs of a heart attack. It is not meant to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only.
10 Compared to previous Galaxy Watch series.
11 AGEs Index monitoring is only available on Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra. The Galaxy Watch uses light sensors that operate within the limits set by safety regulations. However, people with photosensitive skin may have adverse reactions to light, such as skin discolouration or a rash. Avoid using this feature if you experience symptoms of photosensitivity. AGEs Index monitoring is for fitness and wellness only, not for the diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition. If you’re concerned about your health, please consult a medical professional for advice.
12 Compared to previous processor in Galaxy Watch series.
13 Compared to previous processor in Galaxy Watch series.
14 GPS accuracy may vary depending on network environment and other factors. GPS function requires internet connection. Can be used on LTE models without paired smartphone. Non-LTE models require Bluetooth connection to paired smartphone.
15 Compared to previous Galaxy Watch series.
16 Additional watch bands are sold separately. Availability of watch bands may vary by market or carrier.
17 Suggested replies is only available on Galaxy Watch running One UI 6 Watch or above. The watch requires the latest Wear OS version installed and must be paired with a Samsung Galaxy smartphone released after the Galaxy S24 series running One UI 6.1.1 or above, as of Jul. 2024. Requires network connection to receive messages. Samsung Account login required. Service availability may vary by language and app. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
18 Double Pinch Gestures is off by default. To use the feature, it must be enabled on the Galaxy Watch or the Samsung Galaxy Wearable app. Galaxy Watch must be paired with a Samsung Galaxy smartphone running One UI 6.1.1 or above.
19 Grade 4 Titanium is partially applied to the front and back cover areas of the metal frame, excluding the display and physical buttons. The remaining parts of the frame are a mix of plastic and Grade 2 Titanium.
20 IP68 certified dust and water resistance based on lab test conditions. Water resistant up to 1.5m for up to 30 mins and 100m for up to 10 mins. Not suitable for high-pressure water activities and diving. Dust and water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. Accuracy of results not guaranteed and may vary in real world environment. Exposure or prolong exposure to high pressure and other real world environmental elements may affect availability of some features and functions. Rinse thoroughly in fresh water after exposure to salt, sugar, chlorinated water, or liquid containing salt or sugar.
21 To measure personalised FTP, a compatible Galaxy smartphone must be connected to a compatible power meter. In order to calculate a more accurate FTP, it is necessary to connect the Galaxy Watch to a compatible smartphone. The FTP is calculated automatically when cycling occurs at a mid to high intensity level for more than 4 minutes with the compatible cycling power meter attached to your bicycle. Using machine learning, the more users ride repeatedly, the more accurate and personalised FTP values will be calculated. The cycling power meter is sold separately. Traditional FTP analysis duration on professional equipment is up to 1 hour on average. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only.
22 Personalisation of Heart Rate Zone is enabled when selecting an outdoor run activity. It is required to run consistently for more than 10 minutes with speeds of 4km/h or faster. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and/or application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician
23 The Emergency Siren emits up to 86-decibel sound and can be heard up to 180 meters away maximum. The loudness and range of the sound may vary depending on the environment. The duration for which the siren can be activated may vary depending on the battery life.
24 Night Mode is only available on certain watch faces.
25 When on Power Saving mode, some of the features such as Wi-Fi connection, wake up gesture and others, may become inaccessible. There may also be restrictions on CPU speed, background network and location. In normal battery mode, when Power Saving Mode or Exercise Power Saving Mode is off, battery life is up to 60 hours with Always On Display enabled and up to 80 hours with Always On Display disabled. Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model or the battery manufacturer. When in Power Saving Mode, some features, such as Wi-Fi connection, Wake-up gesture and others, may become unavailable. There may be restrictions on CPU speed, background network usage, and location services.
26 When on Exercise Power Saving mode, some of the features such as network/Bluetooth connection, IoT control and others, may become inaccessible. Only available on Galaxy Watch Ultra. In normal battery mode, when Power Saving Mode or Exercise Power Saving Mode is off, battery life is up to 60 hours with Always On Display enabled and up to 80 hours with Always On Display disabled. Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model or the battery manufacturer. When in Power Saving Mode, some features, such as Wi-Fi connection, Wake-up gesture and others, may become unavailable. There may be restrictions on CPU speed, background network usage, and location services.
27 Only available in LTE model.
28 Colour and size availability may vary by market or region.
29 Measured without health sensors.
30 Measured without band.
31 Battery life is based on results from internal lab tests for typical usage pattern scenarios conducted by Samsung. Actual battery life may vary depending on different usage patterns, device model, network environment and other factors. Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard.
32 Testing conducted by Samsung using pre-released version of Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra (BT & LTE), each paired to a Samsung phone; all devices tested with prerelease software, Galaxy Watch Magnetic Fast Charging USB C Cable (EP-OR900), and Samsung 25W USB C Power Adapter (EP-TA800). Charge time varies with region, settings, usage pattern and environmental factors; actual results may vary. Samsung 25W USB C Power Adapter (EP-TA800) sold separately.
33 Wear OS Powered by Samsung works with phones running Android 11 (excluding Go edition and phones without Google Play Store) or later with more than 1.5GB of memory. Compatible devices may vary by market, carrier or device brand.
34 LTE connectivity only available in LTE models.
35 Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 have been independently tested under specification MIL-STD-810H by Element Materials Technology. Assessed under lab conditions for High/Low temperature, Altitude, Humidity, Immersion, Salt Fog, Dust, Vibration, and Drop etc. Real world usage may vary from specific environmental conditions used in the testing. Accuracy of results not guaranteed. Not permanent conditions and can diminish over time. Exposure to real world extreme elements not tested and may affect certain functions and features.
36 IP68 certified dust and water resistance based on lab test conditions. Water resistant up to 1.5m for up to 30 mins and 100m for up to 10 mins. Not suitable for high-pressure water activities and diving. Dust and water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. Accuracy of results not guaranteed and may vary in real world environment. Exposure or prolong exposure to high pressure and other real world environmental elements may affect availability of some features and functions. Rinse thoroughly in fresh water after exposure to salt, sugar, chlorinated water, or liquid containing salt or sugar. Refer to the user manual for further information, including care/use instructions.
37 Device activation is only available after connecting to a smartphone that supports Google Mobile Services. Compatible devices may vary by market, carrier or device brand.