With Samsung's traditional summer event just weeks away, leaks about its upcoming devices have intensified considerably. The Galaxy Unpacked event, which industry consensus suggests will take place on July 22nd in London , will be the stage where the South Korean company's new high-end smartwatch will take center stage.
Although the brand remains officially silent, FCC regulatory filings and supply chain leaks have painted a very detailed picture of what to expect. It seems that this year the tech giant wants to make a bold move to compete in the premium sector, leaving behind the Classic model to focus on a device that promises raw power and much more efficient energy management.
A design that breaks with tradition
The first thing that strikes you about this new generation is the change in its visual language. Forget the completely rounded dial of previous years; the Ultra 2 model opts for a more square and robust aesthetic , crafted from 47mm titanium to withstand anything you throw at it. This design not only aims for greater durability but also incorporates details from traditional watchmaking, such as the numbers 1 through 12 engraved directly on the bezel.
Alongside this robust build, a 1,5-inch AMOLED display protected by sapphire crystal is expected, potentially reaching peak brightness of up to 4.000 nits . This figure, double that of many current devices, would greatly facilitate the reading of any notification or map, even under the intense Spanish summer sun, while maintaining the 10 ATM water resistance rating for water sports enthusiasts.
Next-generation power and record-breaking battery
While there are changes on the outside, the internal revolution is complete. The heart of the device will be the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, a 3-nanometer processor that promises to significantly boost CPU and GPU performance. This technical improvement is vital for smoothly running the Wear OS 7 operating system under the One UI 9 Watch customization layer, which will come loaded with artificial intelligence features to monitor our daily health.
But the detail that has truly left everyone speechless is its battery capacity. Leaks point to a 784 mAh cell, which will be marketed as 800 mAh , representing an increase of almost 35% compared to the previous model. Thanks to the efficiency of the new processor, it's very likely that this watch will be able to easily last over three days on a single charge, thus solving one of the biggest headaches for smartwatch users.
5G connectivity and smart health
Another major development this year is the arrival of 5G RedCap. This standard, designed specifically for wearables, allows for an independent, low-latency connection without draining the battery like conventional mobile networks. For the European market, Samsung is expected to launch both LTE versions and a variant exclusively with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, which could help make the entry price more affordable.
In the area of ​​wellness, the Samsung Health app has been completely redesigned to offer more accurate metrics. While non-invasive glucose monitoring remains a major desire for many users , sources suggest that the company will focus this year on refining the heart health score and the early detection of abnormalities in respiratory rate or skin temperature during sleep.
The arrival of this device marks a turning point in the brand's strategy, which has decided to simplify its catalog by eliminating the Classic variant to focus its efforts on a watch that combines maximum durability with cutting-edge technology. With a planned release date in early August, the Ultra 2 is positioned as a versatile tool that aims to appeal to both demanding athletes and those who need a smart assistant capable of lasting several days without needing a charger, thus solidifying the maturity of Google's platform within the Galaxy ecosystem.
