Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9: Your Health Companion on the Wrist

Tech news · 28 Jul 2026

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, introducing a new standard for AI-driven health monitoring. Serving as Samsung’s ultimate gateway to artificial intelligence, this premium lineup translates complex biometric data into personalised, actionable guidance.

Equipped with the Snapdragon Wear® Elite Platform, Samsung’s brightest displays, and its largest smartwatch batteries to date, the new lineup maximises both performance and all-day comfort.

From Reactive Treatment to Proactive Care

"Samsung is committed to helping people live better by making the shift from reactive treatment to proactive care as seamless as possible," said TM Roh, Chief Executive Officer, President, and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. "The new Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 represent a massive leap forward in Samsung's health vision, acting as vigilant health companions that turn daily vital signs into proactive insights."

Galaxy Watch Ultra2: Built for Peak Performance

As Samsung’s most powerful and advanced smartwatch yet, the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is engineered for extreme outdoor adventures and high-performance sports.

Advanced Sports Tracking: A new Trail Run feature tracks detailed elevation, climbing progress, and terrain impact. Additionally, Nutrition Alert provides real-time hydration guidance by estimating sweat loss relative to body weight.
Professional Diving Ready: Rated IP69K, 10 ATM, and EN13319 certified, it tracks real-time depth, time, and water temperature the moment you enter the water. An exclusive Ultra2 Diving app (developed with Mares) adds ascent/descent speeds and safe dive limits.
Unrivalled Hardware: Powered by a massive 800 mAh battery (a 35% increase over the previous model) and a brilliant 5,000-nit display for perfect visibility in intense sunlight.
Rugged Yet Sleek: It features a shock-resistant titanium casing. Advanced internal re-engineering has reduced the device’s thickness by 12%, ensuring lightweight comfort without sacrificing durability.

Galaxy Watch9: Everyday Wellness and Comfort

Designed for wellness-conscious users, the Galaxy Watch9 effortlessly tracks activity and sleep to help build healthier daily habits.

All-Day Comfort: A lightweight, durable aluminum casing with a refined cushion silhouette ensures a closer, more natural fit on the wrist—essential for accurate, continuous health data tracking.
Next-Gen Performance: The Snapdragon Wear Elite platform delivers a massive boost in speed and efficiency for lag-free monitoring.
Lasting Battery & Bright Display: Features an efficient 390 mAh battery for around-the-clock tracking and a 3,000-nit display for easy readability in any lighting condition.

AI-Powered Health Insights

At the core of both devices are Samsung’s AI-powered health features. The enhanced BioActive sensor captures continuous data, which is then translated into simple, proactive recommendations across key health pillars:

Sleep Apnea Feature: Backed by new FDA clearance and AI algorithms, this delivers deep insights into breathing disruptions during sleep.
Vitals: Proactively monitors your personal health baseline and provides seamless alerts for significant deviations.
Heart Health Score: Offers a clear cardiovascular wellness score paired with personalized lifestyle recommendations.
Daily Cardio Load: Optimises training by providing tailored guidance on workout volume and estimated recovery needs.
Fitness Index: Delivers a holistic view of physical fitness with actionable goals to improve everyday performance.
Hearing Protection: Protects long-term hearing health with detailed reports and alerts for unsafe noise levels.

Purpose-Built Bands for Every Lifestyle

To ensure optimal functionality and style, Samsung offers highly specific band collections:

Watch Ultra2 Bands:

Marine Band: Breathable silicone designed for extreme conditions.
PeakForm Band: A hybrid material optimizing both elegance and athletic performance.
Trail Band: Classic fabric featuring enhanced breathability for lasting comfort.

Watch9 Bands:

Sports Band: A thinner, softer all-rounder for transitions between workouts and daily life.
Misty Band: Premium soft silicone featuring subtle two-tone colours for a sophisticated look.
Fabric Band: Lightweight and breathable for maximum comfort, especially during sleep.

Subscriptions and Care

Users can easily manage Samsung Care+ plans via the new settings hub on One UI 9, granting quick access to diagnostics, repair requests, and warranty information. Additionally, the new smartwatches come with exclusive trial benefits:

Strava: 60-Day Free Trial.
iFIT: 2-Month Free Trial.

Availability and Local Pricing

Expanding Samsung's AI ecosystem alongside the newly launched Galaxy Z8 series, the latest smartwatches will be available at the following recommended retail prices:

Model	Size Options & Colours	Recommended Retail Price
Galaxy Watch Ultra2	47mm (Titanium Silver, Titanium Gray)	R14 999
Galaxy Watch9 (LTE)	40mm (Cream, Graphite) / 44mm (Graphite, Silver)	R8 999
Galaxy Watch9 (Bluetooth)	40mm (Cream, Graphite) / 44mm (Graphite, Silver)	R7 999

Supplied by: Samsung.

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