What's happened? Korean tech giant Samsung working on a successor Galaxy Watch Ultrawhich could appear as early as 2026.
- According to GalaxyClub Samsung is reportedly working on a new smartwatch codenamed Galaxy Watch 9 Ultra.
- This could be the successor to the company's original rugged smartwatch, which will be sold as the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
- The smartwatch is expected to launch around 2026, with foldable watches possibly coming next year.
Why is this important? While information about the rumored Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 remains scant, the smartwatch should build on the strong foundation laid by the original Watch Ultra.
- If the smartwatch hits the market in July or August 2026, it will compete directly with Apple Watch Ultra 3.
- It will have classic features such as a large screen, a large battery, a premium titanium body, and cellular connectivity.
- However, we could expect Samsung to update the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 (and Galaxy Watch 9 models) with a new and more efficient chipset.
Why should I care? If you are interested in durable smartwatch that meets all requirements But if you don't need it immediately, it might make sense to wait for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. If you already have a smartwatch, the Ultra 2 could blur the line between a watch and a standalone device with more storage, performance, power and battery life. The new smartwatch could also debut with a new version of Wear OS that adds new features.
Okay, what's next? With the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 expected to launch in July or August 2026 still a few months away, expect more details about the smartwatch to hit the internet in the coming months. Meanwhile, Samsung also preparing to release Galaxy S26 in January 2026which may include three models: Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra.
