Galaxy Unpacked is just wrapped up, but we have all the latest news about Samsung's announcement. This year’s reveal comes with a big surprise: Samsung is introducing three brand-new foldables — the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
Beyond being arguably be some of the best foldable phones this year, Samsung also used the opportunity to detail the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch 2 Ultra. And given the recent buzz around Android XR, it's no surprise we got a teaser for the Samsung Galaxy Glasses.
Hands on with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra
We got our hands on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra. Stay up to date with all the details as we cover every device Samsung announced today.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Biggest announcements
Samsung’s foldable phones and wearables have been the cornerstone of its summer Unpacked events, so it's no surprise it's no different this time. Here’s everything announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8: This is the “wide” version, featuring a passport-esque shape when closed that opens to reveal a main display with a slightly more rectangular ratio.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: While the Ultra moniker implies it’s the top-of-the-line foldable, it’s actually the direct successor to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7, complete with a thin design, triple cameras, and silicon carbon battery.
- Galaxy Z Flip 8: Aesthetically, the Z Flip 8 looks a lot like its predecessor, but there's a reductions in thickness, weight, and bezel size.
- Galaxy Watch 9: This year’s updated wearable retain the squarish-circle case design, but packing a new Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset for faster on-device AI processing and improved battery efficiency.
- Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Samsung’s rugged flagship wearable is gets a brighter display that reaches up to 4,000 nits, the power-efficient Snapdragon Wear Elite chip and even more AI.
- Samsung Galaxy Glasses: Built on the Android XR platform with deep Gemini AI integration, Samsung's upcoming smart glasses are shaping up to be one of Unpacked's most intriguing teasers.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Live Updates
The countdown to Unpacked has begun
We're mere hours away from the start of Galaxy Unpacked, and if history tells us anything, this is prime time for a bunch of last minute rumors and leaks to make their way online. So those of you that are too impatient to wait until 9 a.m. ET / 2 p.m. BST should keep an eye on your feeds for those 11th hour reveals.
That said, Tom's Guide will be at Unpacked bringing you live coverage of everything Samsung reveals on stage. So be sure to check back here to hear the biggest news and reveals as they happen.
Things are changing this year
The Summer Unpacked event usually features two new foldable phones: A book-style Z Fold and the compact Z Flip. Things are a little different this year, because Samsung is expected to reveal three new Galaxy foldables at today's event.
This year marks the debut of a new foldable design, which is shorter and wider than previous Z Fold devices. While this was originally referred to as the Galaxy Z Fold Wide, leaks suggest that the new phone will actually bear the name Galaxy Z Fold 8. Meanwhile what we thought was the Galaxy Z Fold 8, is now supposedly called the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — bringing Samsung's naming conventions a little more in line with the fold-free Galaxy S series.
As for the Galaxy Z Flip 8, that's expected to arrive as normal with no real surprises.
This could be the end of the Samsung flip-foldable
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 has been leaked to death, so we know that it's going to be unveiled at Unpacked as expected, but that might be the end for Samsung's foldable flip phones. The prominent Samsung rumor-mongers believe that we won't actually see a Z Flip 9 next year. Apparently it could be down to rising costs, lack of interest in the Z Flip line-up and the fact that Samsung has let flip phone design stagnate for the past several years.
But how do they know? While there's never any guarantee, the leakers have noted the suspicious lack of chatter related to the 2027 Z Flip. Since phone production begins over a year before release, the apparent lack of progress suggests that Samsung isn't bothering to make one.
It's not just about phones
The new Galaxy foldables might be getting a lot of attention, there's more coming to Unpacked than just new smartphones. Samsung is also expected to unveil two new smartwatches: The Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
There's a lot we don't actually know about these devices, but we should expect the usual slew of upgrades at the very least. That means better screens, longer battery life and more powerful hardware — plus a bunch of extra health and fitness features.
On top of that we're expecting to hear more about the Galaxy Glasses, which were first announced at Google I/O bearing the name "Intelligent Eyewear."
Is a new Samsung tracker coming?
One rumor that's popped up in recent weeks claims that Samsung is gearing up to release a brand new SmartTag at some point later this year. We probably shouldn't expect to see the the Bluetooth tracker at Unpacked though, since Roland Quandt believes that it will launch alongside the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE.
The lower-cost version of the S26 isn't likely to arrive until September at the earliest, which means we have a little bit of a wait.
There's no word on what to expect from the SmartTag 3, but considering the nature of the device there isn't a lot that Samsung can do. Adding Ultra Wideband connectivity and support for Google's FindHub should be top of Samsung's priorities, though. Otherwise there's little point in releasing a new one.
Some real competition is on the way
The feeling we're getting ahead of Unpacked is that Samsung is putting a lot of effort into this particular launch event. The last couple of weeks have seen Samsung confirm a bunch of key details about the phones, including the all-important Flex titanium display upgrade.
It shouldn't be a huge surprise, though. Despite some competition from the likes of Motorola and Google in recent years, Samsung has absolutely dominated the foldable phone market. But that might change with the release of the foldable iPhone Ultra later this year.
iPhones are popular and sell in incredible numbers every year, and taking even a fraction of that success into the foldable business should be enough to make Samsung nervous. Especially since Apple is reportedly producing up to 10 million iPhone Ultras — compared to the 6.3 million Z Fold and Z Flip units reportedly being produced by Samsung.
Be warned, Samsung might hike prices again
Samsung has a habit of raising foldable phone prices very frequently, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could be about to suffer the same fate with a $100 price hike. For those keeping count, this would be the third year in a row Samsung has increased Z Fold prices in this manner. Which is not ideal for our bank accounts.
According to the report from SE Daily, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra could start at $2,099, with prices rising if you want more than 256GB of storage. As for the wider Galaxy Z Fold 8, those prices are reportedly starting at $1,899, which is the same price as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 at launch.
There's no word on how much the Z Flip 8 might cost in the U.S., but leaked European pricing suggests a €100 price hike as well. If that translates to U.S. dollars, it means the flip phone could also see a $100 price hike. Or, in other words, a starting price of $1,199.
Flex titanium is confirmed — here's why it matters
Samsung has already revealed that the Z Fold 8 will feature a new display type, featuring what it calls "flex titanium." This means the display features a titanium plate and a flexible layer of titanium alloy. The benefits of this are improved strength, a thinner design and the elimination of the air gap beneath the display.
This means that Samsung has reduced the crease even further than previous attempts, with some rumors suggesting that Samsung may have eliminated it completely. That should offer a more immersive and uninterrupted viewing experience on the foldable display, while also directly competing with the rumored crease-free display on the iPhone Ultra.
Galaxy Z Fold 8: Lightest Foldable Ever?
Those of you that can't stand the bulk and weight of flagship phones might want to pay attention to the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The new phone is tipped to weigh just 201 grams (7.09 ounces), which would make it the lightest book-style foldable to be released. For comparison the Galaxy Z Fold 7 weighs 215 grams, while Huawei's wide-design foldable, the Pura X Max, weighs 229 grams (8.08 ounces).
Meanwhile the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to weigh 240 grams (8.46 ounces) when it arrives later this year, and that only features a single screen. In other words, if you're looking for light and sleek, the new passport-style Z Fold 8 might be the phone for you.
What about the S Pen?
The question many long-time Z Fold fans might be asking this year is whether the S Pen will be making a comeback. Samsung removed the stylus-powering digitizer layer from the Z Fold 7's display to reduce the thickness, much to the chagrin of users.
While there have been rumors that Samsung is developing a stylus that doesn't require the digitizer layer, there's been no word on whether that new technology might debut on the Z Fold 8. In fact, all the leaked renders and accessories we've seen have been remarkably devoid of the stylus.
So, in other words, I wouldn't get your hopes up.
I like big batteries, and I can not lie
One of the most important things in any smartphone is a long-lasting battery. It's something that Samsung's non-folding phones have made big improvements upon, but the foldable options haven't been so lucky. Fortunately that might be about to change.
Word is that the Z Fold 8 Ultra will pack in a 5,000 mAh battery, the same size as the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which recent marketing rumors claim can handle 27 hours of video playback. Meanwhile, the Z Fold 8 is supposed to be coming with a 4,800 mAh battery and an estimated 26 hours of video playback. That's quite a big leap from the 4,400 mAh batteries in the Z Fold 7 and Z Fold 6.
We're not entirely sure how long the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will last on a single charge, but prepare to be a little disappointed. Leaked marketing materials claim that it will have the same 4,300 mAh-sized battery as the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
Better cameras, but no major leaps forward
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 made headlines by including the 200MP main camera, finally bringing the foldables more in line with phones like Galaxy S25 Ultra. The Z Fold 8 series isn't expected to do anything quite so severe, but we should still see some notable upgrades.
Both the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra are tipped to feature a 50MP ultrawide angle camera lens, though only the Ultra model will feature the 200MP main lens. The regular 8, which only has a pair of rear cameras, will instead have a 50MP main shooter.
We've no idea what kind of cameras will be on the Z Flip 8, but given Samsung's past unwillingness to boost resolution it's safe to assume that it will come with a 50MP main camera and 12MP ultrawide.
We're on the ground at Unpacked!
Galaxy Unpacked doesn't kick off for another couple of hours, but we're already pretty eager to get ready to hear what Samsung has to reveal. Tom's Guide Global Editor in Chief Mark Spoonauer is already on site, eagerly waiting for the event to begin. We're not even sure what time the doors open, so he may have a bit of a wait.
Me? I've only just left Reading, and just had to run across the train station to avoid missing my connection. So I'm not even halfway there.
Kudos for your punctuality, Mark. Galaxy Unpacked kicks off at 2 p.m. London time, which is 9 a.m. Eastern and 6 a.m. Pacific.
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How to train your (Snap)dragon
Another big change we know is coming to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the inclusion of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset — the same chip that can be found in the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This is important, because it's the first time Samsung has utilized this custom chip inside a foldable phone. In the past, the Z Fold and Z Flip devices were instead stuck with the standard, off-the-shelf Qualcomm chips.
The main benefit here is that the For Galaxy chips offer more power than their mainstream counterparts, which means a massive boost to raw performance. So if you're into gaming, video editing or other resource-hungry activities, this is the chip you want. Plus, because the chips have been custom-made for Galaxy phones, they are more efficient due to improved optimization.
Obviously, we don't know how much of an impact this will have compared to Z Fold 7 performance, but it should prove to be major win for Galaxy foldables going forward.
Conditions in London are warm today
As we wait for the day's events to get started, Samsung has been busy handing out umbrellas. It's not because of the famous British rain, but actually because it's a warm day for the U.K. capital.
Temperatures are set to hit 25°C / 77°F with little cloud cover and nobody wants to get sunstroke while they're waiting for the venue doors to open.
Samsung reportedly betting big on a redesigned Z Fold 8
We don't know how the world will react to Samsung's big design change to the Fold 8 but the company itself seems confident in demand for the wider model.
According to reports from industry sources (and collaborated by leaker Ice Universe), Samsung has set a production target of 2.8 million Galaxy Z Fold 8 devices. That's compared to two million units of the Z Fold 8 Ultra and 1.5 million units of the Z Flip 8.
These is apparently a big pivot from earlier projections that had the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra at roughly the same production level.
Will it be truly 'crease-free'?
One of the biggest questions we all want answered is how much crease is going to be visible on Samsung's new foldables? We know all about the "flex titanium" display at this point, but how it looks IRL will be the clincher.
Rumors have suggested Samsung has been able to eliminate the crease completely from this year's foldables. With strong competition from Oppo's Find N6 and the specter of Apple's iPhone Fold appearing in September, Samsung better have brought its A-game.
Meanwhile, check out this video of Tom's Guide's Mark Spoonauer in Korea to get a look inside Samsung's display developments.
We're in line and getting ready to head inside!
We're about ready to head inside for today's event. The line has formed and there's plenty of excitement over what Samsung has in store. Alongside the standard line, there's a separate queue just for the influencers (pictured above).
Live look outside Samsung Galaxy Unpacked in London. Heading in soon to see Galaxy Z Fold 8… #samsung #galaxyunpacked pic.twitter.com/64fvGhJl8iJuly 22, 2026
We're through the door!
Samsung has opened the doors for today's Unpacked event and we're both inside AND in the front row. To recap, we're a little under an hour from the keynote getting underway. The event officially kicks off at 2 p.m. BST / 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT here in London.
With word that we'll see the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra and a couple of new Galaxy Watches, there's a lot to look forward to today.
Will Samsung's Galaxy Glasses make an appearance?
Samsung has already confirmed it plans to launch a pair of smart glasses at some point in 2026 and back in April we got some leaked renders of a potential design. The renders were made by OnLeaks , who teamed up with Android Headlines to design them based on "real life pictures of a testing stage unit."
We know that today's event is going to focus on the phones and the wearables, but an official reveal of the "Galaxy Glasses" today would just be the sprinkles on the sundae.
Say hello to the new Galaxy Z Fold 8!
Even though Samsung's event just started, we already got a hands-on look at the long awaited Galaxy Z Fold 8, which features a wider aspect ration when opened and a passport-like shape when closed. It's a totally different looking and feeling tablet from what Samsung has released and it's so refreshing.
Samsung smart glasses take center stage
Before getting into its new foldable phones, Samsung teases its new smart glasses, which are designed in collaboration with Google, Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. According to James Choi, who heads Samsung's XR R&D, the company subjected these glasses to drop tests, water tests, high temperatures and sweat. It's meant to handle a lot of wear and tear, but it's how Gemini AI takes center stage where it truly stands out.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: it's a much thinner and design
We already got out hands-on look at the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and while it looks aesthetically the same as before, it's thinner and lighter than before. There's still a dual camera setup on the back with the same identical specs as before, but there are a couple of new Flipsuit cases that make it more personalized than ever before.
Flex titanium adds more durability to Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung wastes no time to talk about its top-of-the-line foldable: the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. What sets this one apart is the new Flex Titanium and Armor FlexHinge that allows it to be more durable and have a crease-less display. If that's not enough, this thin and light foldable is packing a new 5,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery without introducing any additional thickness or weight.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: What's the difference?
Besides the obvious physical differences, we break down everything that's different between the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra. From the cameras, Galaxy AI features, and battery capacities, there's actually a fair amount of unique characteristics about each one.
Watching videos is way better with the Galaxy Z Fold 8
One of the immediate things that caught our attention with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is its "wider" aspect ratio when it's opened. The new Avengers Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailers looks way better on it than the Z Fold 8 Ultra, mainly because there's less dead space around the video.
'A great screen is only part of the experience'
While the Galaxy Z Fold 8's unique shape is getting all the buzz, you can't forget about all the other unique qualities about this new foldable. For starters, it's super thin and light, with a 4,800 mAh battery, and more.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 is priced at $1,899: Is it just right?
Samsung just revealed the price of the "wide" Galaxy Z Fold 8. With a starting price of $1,899, it's less than the previous Galaxy Z Fold 7. While it does have a new look, do you think it's worth the value considering how it has two cameras instead of three?
FlexWindow gets a big upgrade with the Galaxy Z Flip 8
Before talking about the hardware, Samsung spends time talking about the FlexWindow with the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Even though the design looks practically the same, One UI 9 gives the FlexWindow some new tricks, access to more AI features, and a revised interface that's easier to use.
Galaxy Z Flip 8 gets a hefty $1,199 price tag
Ouch! The Galaxy Z Flip 8 now costs $100 than before, making it $1,199. That puts it in flagship phone territory, like the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Would you pay this much for a flip phone with one less camera lens and a smaller battery?
Ned craves the multitasking of the Galaxy Z fold 8 Ultra
Jacob Batalon takes stage at Galaxy Unpacked to talk about the upcoming film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day , but he dials into the multitasking aspect of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. However, we think that the Z Fold 8 is better suited for it because it gains the three apps side-by-side multitasking like on the Galaxy Z TriFold.
Samsung Galaxy Card beats Apple Card with its rewards
The Samsung Galaxy Card takes aim at the Apple Card, with generous rewards that give you cash back on your purchases. Issued by BarClays, this Visa Card will give you a fair amount back when you purchase Samsung products directly from the company, including its new foldables. Here's the breakdown of how it compares to the Apple Card.
Samsung Galaxy Card |
Apple Card |
|
Annual Fee |
$0 |
$0 |
Issuer |
Barclays |
Goldman Sachs |
Card Type |
Visa |
Mastercard |
Direct Brand Purchases |
5% cash rewards |
3% cash rewards |
Mobile Wallet Purchases |
3% via Samsung Wallet |
2% via Apple Pay (3% at select merchants) |
Streaming Services |
2% cash rewards |
N/A |
All Other Purchases |
1% cash rewards |
1% cash rewards |
Sign-Up Bonus |
$200 after $2,000 spent in first 90 days |
$75 when you spend $75 within the first 30 days |
Galaxy Watch 9 gets a price bump, but has deepener fitness metrics
Samsung's newly announced Galaxy Watch 9 carries over the exact exterior design and screen specs of its predecessor, while introducing a $30 price hike across the line to start at $379.
The hardware changes focus on refinements like a faster Snapdragon chipset and slightly larger batteries, though notably without a rotating-bezel Classic variant this generation. Instead, the update leans heavily into software and tracking, debut features like a unified Vitals dashboard, Cardio Load recovery insights, and more.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is the most rugged smartwatch Samsung has released
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 gets meaningful hardware upgrades that makes it more rugged than ever, boosting maximum screen brightness to an ultra-bright 5,000 nits, and adding official scuba diving support.
There's also a larger 800 mAh battery that pushes runtimes to roughly 60 hours per charge, while its software gains new multi-metric health features like the Vitals dashboard and Cardio Load tracking. There's a $50 price increase to $699.
Agentic AI on the Galaxy Z lineup gets expanded Gemini Task automation
If ordering Dunkin' Donuts with the Galaxy S26 was impressive when we tried it out earlier this year, Samsung's new foldables are getting deeper Agentic AI features, like how Gemini Intelligence brings end-to-end task automation supported by over 40 compatible apps.
This will let users perform complex commands like ordering food, booking flights, or buying event tickets right from their screen or Flex Window.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powers Samsung's new foldables
Not surprisingly, Samsung's new foldables are all powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy SoC. We already know these will deliver greater performance gains, but it should also help improve their battery life. Combined with the new silicon-carbon battery that Samsung's using, it should give users extended time than ever before.
Samsung partners with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker for its smart glasses
If you've want alternatives to Meta's lineup of smart glasses, Samsung has something compelling with its new smart glasses. They're designed in collaboration with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.
Obviously, these are AI-centric glasses meant to give users a deeper level of interaction. It also works seamlessly with Samsung's ecosystem, like how navigating can also be done with a Galaxy Watch. You also get up to 9 hours of battery life with a single charge. The big unknown right now is price.
Samsung smart glasses: dorky or stylish?
So, what do you think about the design of these new smart glasses from Samsung? Would you wear them all the time, or only when you need to use them? There are a couple of styles, including one that almost resembles the Wayfarer design of Ray-Ban.
That's a wrap! What are you most excited about?
And just like that, Galaxy Unpacked is over. Samsung clearly focused on its new foldables, but also spent time talking about its new smart glasses. Out of all the stuff it unveiled, which are you most excited for?
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the top-of-the-line foldable, but is it worth $2,099?
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is here, and while it has that prestigious title of being the top-of-the-line model, its $2,099 price tag may be hard to swallow. While it continues Samsung's trend of delivering an ultra-thin design paired with a robust triple camera system, a few new AI tricks, and a new battery tech, does its $100 price hike make you reconsider buying it over perhaps the cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Galaxy Z Flip 8 quietly gets a couple of new Flipsuit cases
Samsung didn't show it off at its live event, but the Galaxy Z Flip 8 gets a couple of new Flipsuit cases that add a more personalized look to the new foldable. We got hands-on time on them and just as before, these covers are lined with LEDs that animate alongside the FlexWindow when they're opened.
The coolest new foldable isn't the Ultra or Flip
Now that you know everything about Samsung's new foldable lineup, it does beg the question about which one is the best? I got some hands-on time with all three models and there's no denying that the Z Fold 8 gets my vote.
Yes, its wider aspect ratio when opened is certainly a refreshing take on the form factor, but it's the level of productivity you get from it that seals the deal for me. Multitasking is way more suitable on its canvas, with up to four apps running simultaneously.
No magnetic charging in sight, but a case can do it
By now, I've been clamouring for Samsung to give its phones MagSafe-like charging, but it appears we'll have to wait again. While the Pixel 10 lineup remains to be the only Android phones with support for magnetic Qi2 wireless charging, you'll need to buy a case to gain the same functionality with the new Galaxy Z lineup. It's a bummer because early leaks indicated that magnetic charging was perhaps a possibility.
Is the Galaxy Z Flip 8 a big letdown? I think so
If you read my Galaxy Z Flip 8 hands-on review, I drill right into why I think it's a letdown. From a specs standpoint, it's clearly the most inferior of the bunch, but that's not the reason.
It just feels like Samsung's abandoned the flip style completely, which is why it looks more or less the same. There are a few notable changes, like its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip, thinner design, and lighter weight. However, the fact that the camera specs are identical to its predecessor and its design language remains unchanged, makes this model feel more like an iterative update than an revolutionary one like the Z Fold 8.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Which one would you get?
This is the matchup I've been mulling over for the past couple of days now after spending time with both phones. On one hand, the Z Fold 8 gets my attention for its wider design and how it's more suitable for watching video, but the Ultra gets the triple camera system I crave more. What makes it even tougher is the $200 difference between the two.
"This is Samsung going on the offensive"
We spoke with Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst at IDC who shared his thoughts on the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
"The new Galaxy Z Fold8, a new passport-style format, will allow Samsung to address different user needs, defending the more premium price point and reducing the risk that a single Fold design has to satisfy every potential buyer," Jeronimo said. This is Samsung going on the offensive."
He added that the wider foldable allows Samsung to define the market ahead of Apple's rumored reveal of its own foldable later this year.
"With Apple's announcement coming, this is the first Unpacked where Samsung has to defend the category it created, and that's why it cannot play it safe."
Though he noted that Samsung has to articulate how the Z Fold 8 is a "deliberately different product rather than an oddly proportioned replacement."
First look at the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
As a reminder, Tom's Guide is on both YouTube and TikTok where you can see all of Samsung's new devices in action.
As an example, take a look at the new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 above as we unbox and compare it to the original.
A big change that could alter your next smartphone
For the first time, Samsung is putting silicon-carbon-based batteries in one of its smartphones. It means Samsung is replacing its traditional lithium-ion power packs in favor of a new type of battery.
Silicon-carbon batteries provide more capacity of lithium ion in the same size. With the race toward smaller and lighter devices, that distinction means a lot.
I'm curious now if Samsung's mainline S series phones will now get the new-ish battery technology.
Galaxy Ring world's first FDA-cleared smart ring for sleep apnea
In all the hullabaloo about Samsung's foldable phones, a major smart ring announcement just came through.
The current Samsung Galaxy Ring may become the first FDA approved smart ring for tracking sleep apnea.
The new feature is supposed to be unlocked this fall.
Samsung Glasses teased
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Samsung has been dripfeeding news about its pending AI glasses and we got a little more information at Unpacked today.
We also got a little hands on time with the spectacles and found them mighty impressive.
Don't forget about the Z Flip 8
While the headlines are about the wider Z Fold 8 and the new Z Fold 8 Ultra, Samsung also announced the new version of the Z Flip 8.
We'll have a full review in the coming weeks, but we were able to get some hands-on time with Samsung's new flip phone. It's snappy, lighter, and solidly built. It is bogged down by a $100 price hike and a similar design.
What you need to know about the Galaxy Watch 9
In all, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is a minor upgrade over the Watch 8. However, it does have a ton of new health and fitness features and some upgrades.
We found 5 things you need to know about the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is a dive computer that you need to pay for
The high-end Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 brings a lot to the table including legit features for divers or high-impact water sports. However, there is a catch.
Samsung and the popular Mares diving app have teamed up to turn the Ultra 2 into a strong dive computer. But you'll need to subscribe to the app for $8.99 a month or $69.99 a year.
Reviews are coming but in the meantime check out our first impressions
We've already started reviewing every device that Samsung announced at Unpacked today, but full reviews won't arrive for a minute.
In the meantime, we do have first impressions if you want some early thoughts.:
