In the sweltering summer of 2024, Samsung once again captivated the tech world with its highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event. This year’s showcase was nothing short of spectacular, unveiling a series of groundbreaking devices set to redefine user experiences and push the boundaries of innovation.
The stars of the show were undoubtedly the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6, the slimmest and lightest Galaxy Z series ever.
New additions to Samsung’s wearables portfolio, the Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra exemplify the brand’s visionary approach. The Galaxy Watch7 enhances daily wellness with personalised workouts and advanced health monitoring. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch Ultra, the latest in the lineup, stands as Samsung’s most capable smartwatch, engineered for next-level achievements.
Expanding the connected experience through Galaxy AI, the Galaxy Buds3 series brings a new communication experience. Noteworthy was the unveiling of the Galaxy Ring, a sleek and sophisticated wellness device that underscores Samsung’s dedication to pioneering health technology.
Galaxy Z Fold6: Enhances Productivity on Large Screens
The Galaxy Z Fold6 is designed to elevate productivity with a suite of AI-powered features tailored for its expansive screen.
Samsung Notes is enhanced with Note Assist, which offers translation, summaries, and auto-formatting for streamlined meeting notes. The PDF overlay translation feature seamlessly translates and overlays text in PDF files, including text within images and graphs. The Composer from Samsung Keyboard generates suggested text for emails and social media posts based on simple keywords, creating content that reflects your tone by analysing previous posts. The S Pen experience is further expanded with Sketch to Image, allowing you to generate sophisticated art pieces by sketching or drawing on photos in Gallery or Notes.
The latest Google Gemini app is fully integrated, providing an AI-powered assistant at your fingertips. Simply swipe the corner of the screen or say, “Hey Google,” to bring up Gemini’s overlay for assistance with writing, learning, or planning. Gemini integrates with Google apps, helping you organise travel itineraries with real-time flight and hotel information, explore landmarks using Google Maps, and get detailed information about YouTube videos through Circle to Search.
The unique dual-screen form factor supports Interpreter with a new conversation mode, allowing both parties to view translations on the main and cover screens for natural interactions. Live Translate extends real-time phone call translations beyond Samsung’s native calling app to popular third-party apps.
The AI-powered ProVisual Engine transforms creativity. Photo Assist offers advanced editing tools on the large screen for professional-grade content creation. Portrait Studio provides various portrait styles like 3D cartoon or watercolor, while Instant Slow-mo generates additional frames for smooth, detailed slow-motion videos.
Enjoying content is equally immersive on the Galaxy Z Fold6. Vivid graphics are supported by Ray Tracing and displayed on a 7.6-inch screen with up to 2,600 nits brightness, delivering a truly immersive gaming experience.
Both the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6, secured by Samsung Knox, combines defense-grade security with innovative features, ensuring your data is protected while you experience the full potential of AI-enhanced productivity and creativity.
Galaxy Z Flip6: Every Moment of Unique Experiences Count
The Galaxy Z Flip6 is designed not only for portability but also to enhance customisation and creativity, ensuring you capture every moment uniquely.
The 3.4-inch Super AMOLED FlexWindow now offers AI-assisted functions without opening the device. On-the-go communications are easy with Suggested replies, which analyses recent messages to provide tailored responses. Galaxy AI maximizes your pocket-sized device’s capabilities, with many features accessible via FlexWindow. This display offers Samsung Health updates, notifications, and music control, along with expanded widget options for simultaneous information access.
Customisation is integral to the Galaxy Z Flip experience. The AI-powered Photo Ambient feature changes wallpapers in real-time based on the time and weather, while suggested screen layouts create a unified look by analysing your wallpaper, adjusting elements like the clock and frame color to complement the background.
The new Auto Zoom feature automatically frames your shot by detecting the subject and adjusting the zoom, allowing you to capture both your friends and stunning backdrops hands-free.
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Interestingly, the 50MP sensor supports 2x optical zoom and advanced AI zoom for up to 10x magnification. Nightography, enhanced with video HDR, captures brilliant videos even in low light, and integrates with social apps like Instagram for in-app night photography and direct sharing.
The Galaxy Z Flip6 ensures longer usage time through optimised hardware and software, allowing you to enjoy all its creative and customizable features without battery concerns.
Galaxy Buds3 Series: Redefining Audio Experience
Harnessing the power of Galaxy AI, the Galaxy Buds3 series redefines communication. When attending foreign language classes, activate Interpreter mode on your Galaxy Z Fold6 or Flip6 with Galaxy Buds3 series in Listening mode to smoothly translate lectures directly into your ears, eliminating language barriers in your studies. Voice Command allows effortless control of music playback with simple commands, without touching the earbuds or your connected smartphone.
Adaptive EQ and Adaptive ANC enhance sound quality and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) by analysing internal and external sounds in real-time through the microphones, ensuring optimal audio regardless of how the Galaxy Buds are worn. Adaptive Noise Control, Siren Detect, and Voice Detect automatically adjust noise levels for uninterrupted listening.
Designed for comfort and style, the Galaxy Buds3 series features a computational design crafted from statistical data for a perfect fit. The premium blade design, enhanced with Blade Lights, offers intuitive control through pinch and swipe gestures on the blade, blending convenience with aesthetic appeal.
Offering tailored options, Galaxy Buds3 Pro features a Canal Type design for immersive sound, while Galaxy Buds3 with an Open Type design suits extended usage in various settings.
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Delivering superior audio, Galaxy Buds3 Pro boasts enhanced 2-way speakers with planar tweeters and Dual Amplifiers for precise, clear sound quality. Ultra High Quality Audio with SSC codec supports high-resolution audio, ensuring every detail is heard with fidelity. Super-Wideband Call technology enhances voice clarity in diverse noise environments, providing natural, smartphone-quality calls.
Environmentally conscious, Galaxy Buds3 and Buds3 Pro incorporate recycled plastics from discarded fishing nets or water barrels in their construction. Packaged in 100% recycled paper material, the Galaxy Buds3 series embodies sustainable design without compromising performance or style.
The Galaxy Buds3 series features a sleek and modern design, combining comfort with style, available in two elegant colours: Silver and White.
Galaxy Watch 7: Under Control of Everyday Wellness
Galaxy Watch7 is crafted to inspire a healthier lifestyle with extensive support for everyday wellness activities. Track over 100 workouts accurately and create custom routines using the Workout Routine feature to reach your fitness goals. Real-time Race comparisons enable you to monitor progress and stay motivated, while Body Composition provides a detailed overview of your overall health and fitness.
New to Galaxy Watch7 is an advanced AI algorithm for precise sleep analysis and the De Novo FDA-authorized Sleep Apnea feature, offering proactive detection of potential sleep apnea symptoms. Monitor real-time heart rates and receive alerts for abnormal readings with Heart Rate monitoring, detect irregular heart rhythms with IHRN (Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification), and gain insights into heart health with Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring.
The enhanced BioActive Sensor ensures accurate readings with comprehensive health insights. For the first time, track advanced glycation end products (AGEs) directly from your wrist with an AGEs Index, reflecting biological aging and metabolic health influenced by diet and lifestyle.
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Powered by the most robust chip in the Galaxy Watch series and featuring a groundbreaking 3nm Processor, Galaxy Watch7 delivers an experience with triple the CPU speed and 30% improved power efficiency. The Dual-frequency GPS system enhances location accuracy, ideal for urban environments, ensuring precise tracking wherever you go.
With its iconic circular design, Galaxy Watch7 offers personalisation through new ripple-shaped watch bands and vibrant stitch details, complemented by a variety of watch faces. It enhances convenience with features like intelligent Suggested replies for quick message responses, Double Pinch Gestures for device control, and Samsung Wallet for streamlined daily tasks, from payments to Digital IDs.
Available in two sizes—40mm and 44mm—Galaxy Watch7 comes in Green and Cream for the 40mm model and Green and Silver for the 44mm model, catering to diverse preferences with style and functionality.
Galaxy Watch Ultra: Ultimate Performance Ahead
Galaxy Watch Ultra said to be the pinnacle of Samsung’s wearable technology. Building on the foundation of the advanced health monitoring features of Galaxy Watch7, this new addition delivers unparalleled fitness experiences with cutting-edge intelligence and capabilities.
Designed with a sleek cushioned frame that ensures both protection and aesthetic harmony, it features a Dynamic Lug System for enhanced comfort, empowering you to achieve peak performance anytime, anywhere. Crafted for durability, it also boasts a Titanium Grade 4 frame and 10ATM water resistance, allowing you to push your limits in extreme conditions—from ocean swims to high-altitude cycling adventures.
A new Quick Button controls workouts and access essential functions, including an Emergency Siren for added safety. Dedicated watch faces and Night Mode ensure readability in all conditions, while the high peak brightness ensures visibility even in bright sunlight. With the longest battery life in the Galaxy Watch series, up to 100 hours in Power Saving mode and 48 hours during intensive workouts, Galaxy Watch Ultra will be the most reliable companion for extended adventures.
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Additionally, enhance your training with the Multi-sports tile for tracking of triathlon workouts, complemented by the AI-powered Functional Threshold Power (FTP) metrics that optimise cycling performance based on your unique physiological markers. Personalised HR Zone guidance ensures you train at the optimal intensity for your fitness level.
Powered by Wear OS 5, Galaxy Watch Ultra offers enhanced performance and efficiency, ensuring smooth interactions and prolonged usage with access to a wide array of apps directly from your wrist. Available in a 47mm size and stylish Titanium Gray, Titanium White, and Titanium Silver finishes, Galaxy Watch Ultra combines premium aesthetics with unmatched functionality.
When paired with Galaxy Ring, it enhances health analysis with comprehensive data integration, maximizing accuracy and longevity.
Galaxy Ring: A New Frontier in Health Tracking
Introducing Galaxy Ring, a revolutionary fitness and health tracking device, designed with Samsung’s advanced sensor technology in a discreet, lightweight form. Available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold, and offering nine size options for a perfect fit, Galaxy Ring blends style with durability.
Experience uninterrupted usage with up to 7 days of battery life and a sleek charging case featuring LED indicators. Seamlessly integrated into Samsung Health, Galaxy Ring provides holistic health insights without subscriptions, starting with unparalleled sleep analysis powered by Galaxy AI. Furthermore, understand your sleep patterns with Sleep Score and detailed metrics like movement and heart rate.
Galaxy AI evolves over time, delivering personalised health reports and Energy Scores to optimise your well-being. Receive real-time heart rate alerts, track workouts automatically, and stay motivated with daily fitness reminders. With intuitive gestures and Find My Ring functionality, Galaxy Ring enhances your active lifestyle, to stay connected and empowered everyday.
