Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: What we all know

We’re nearing a yr of the Galaxy Watch 6, which implies that it is seemingly time for the most recent iteration of this Samsung wearable. Sometimes, new variations of the Galaxy Watch have been relatively incremental with none groundbreaking adjustments, however that appears prefer it might change this time round. Even when the updates do not observe the rumors we’re listening to, Samsung’s watches have persistently been the perfect all-around smartwatches for Android customers. Our reviewer cherished the Galaxy Watch 6, and we anticipate the 7 will preserve that development going.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 rumors

Our greatest-educated guesses on what’s coming

Rumors surrounding the Galaxy Watch 7 are beginning to enhance, although most of them are simply that. There hasn’t been a lot really confirmed or verified, so we’re actually simply guessing right here. Even nonetheless, there are some thrilling hints at new options and {hardware}.

One rumor that has been talked about by two completely different leakers is that the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 will function a brand-new chipset. WinFuture’s Roland Quandt tweeted in January that the brand new watch can be based mostly round a brand new Exynos W940. He mentions this can be a guess on the advertising identify and that the inner identify is Exynos 5535.

The present Galaxy watch is constructed across the Exynos W930, which has solely been round for one era of wearables. Watches sometimes do not see course of upgrades this shortly, however Tom’s Guide shared that @TheGalox, one other notable leaker, tweeted in March in regards to the Exynos W940 processor being within the Galaxy Watch 7 as nicely. He talked about that the brand new processor will “apparently be 50% extra environment friendly and 30% sooner than the earlier mannequin.”

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Whereas sooner, smoother efficiency is actually good, a better degree of effectivity means higher battery life, which is an enormous deal. The Galaxy Watch 6 gives solely 30 hours of battery life at most, relying on how you employ it. Whereas that is higher than the Apple Watch, it means charging it every day, which is not perfect. Whereas they serve completely different markets, fitness-specific choices from Garmin, Suunto, and Polar supply considerably longer battery life (I’m able to get every week out of my Garmin epix Professional Gen 2, for instance), so it will be good to see smartwatches a minimum of considerably catch up.

There may be potential that the Galaxy Watch 7 will function the primary non-invasive blood glucose monitor on a wearable, based on a South Korean outlet, as Wearable reports. We do know that the corporate is closely investing in wearable well being options, together with blood glucose monitoring, however there isn’t any stable info to substantiate that can be within the Galaxy Watch 7. Regardless, we anticipate loads of AI-based well being options within the newest watch, as that’s the development within the trade as an entire, and at its Galaxy Unpacked occasion in January, Samsung talked about its Samsung Well being instrument can be getting upgrades later this yr that depend on AI.

One other such AI-based well being function that appears seemingly is steady monitoring for coronary heart situations. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is presently in a position to present guide electrocardiogram (ECG) readings to test for irregular coronary heart rhythms, however it requires wearers to actively press a finger on the devoted sensor. The brand new function ought to enable that to occur within the background. Wearable found a patent that describes a brand new algorithm referred to as “System and technique for steady atrial fibrillation detection through PPG to ECG sign translation.”

The brand new monitoring would use PPG alerts that the watch already passively receives whilst you put on it and “a generative mannequin which includes prior data about knowledge buildings that allows data-efficient studying,” according to the patent. Samsung explains that present PPG alerts with out the usage of AI aren’t correct sufficient for dependable medical prognosis, however the generative mannequin might change that. “For instance, by synthesizing ECG from PPG alerts acquired by presently accessible wearable gadgets, medical diagnoses of cardiac illnesses and anomalies might be finished in actual time, 24/7, anyplace, and ideally with the help of machine studying and cloud computing,” the patent explains. In fact, this will likely not make it within the Galaxy Watch 7, however it’s attainable.

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It doesn’t matter what, we anticipate all variations of the Samsung Galaxy 7 to function Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity with LTE choices, entry to Samsung Pay, and the everyday well being and sleep-focused features that exist already on the Galaxy Watch 6. It appears seemingly that Samsung can be releasing the Galaxy Ring on the similar time, and we anticipate the 2 gadgets working hand-in-hand (or hand-in-wrist, maybe). That would lead to a very well-rounded, holistic well being and health profile for many who use each.

Galaxy Watch 7 Extremely

Anticipate a rugged, Extremely model

OnLeaks and Smartprix

When it comes to design, it appears seemingly that there can be three variations of the Galaxy Watch 7. What these variations can be named remains to be up for debate, although most speculate they may take the type of the Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Watch 7 Traditional, and a premium Galaxy Watch Extremely. Samsung just lately confirmed on its Q1 2024 earnings name that it’s engaged on new smartwatches, particularly calling out that it “will try to satisfy demand for upgrades by the launch of recent premium fashions,” as Wearable reports. In fact, that does not verify three completely different fashions, however it’s unlikely they’d solely launch a premium mannequin. They did not present extra info, however based mostly on what we have heard to this point and what we all know in regards to the market, it appears cheap to anticipate that Samsung will attempt to compete with the Apple Watch Extremely by making a extra rugged, adventure-ready model.

In truth, Mysmartprice just lately noticed the Extremely branding in an FCC itemizing. In response to the FCC paperwork, the watch will assist 10W quick charging. On high of the FCC paperwork, just lately leaked renders from OnLeaks and Smartprix present a beefy, rugged-looking watch reported to be the Galaxy Watch 7 Extremely. The renderings do not give something away by way of performance, naturally, however it’s simple to identify the raised bezel, which ends up in a extra aggressive look. It ought to sport a 1.5-inch show and a rotating bezel.

The renderings additionally present the addition of a 3rd button. This button could possibly be related in operate to the Action Button that Apple launched on its Apple Watch Ultra. The again of the watch reveals a brand new association of well being sensors, so Samsung could possibly be upgrading its well being sensors on the Extremely model. Lastly, the rendering depict bigger speaker gills than present variations of the Galaxy Watch, plus additional holes that could possibly be microphones for improved speakerphone readability.

OnLeaks and Smartprix

There have additionally been a number of studies that a type of variations might function a sq. display screen as an alternative of the basic spherical one we have seen on Galaxy Watches. Whereas the leaked Extremely model sticks to a spherical show, it does function an curiously designed sq. bezel. That does not imply we can’t nonetheless see a totally sq. show on one other watch, although. In spite of everything, it would not be the primary time a sq. show has confronted a Galaxy wearable. The Galaxy Gear, Gear 2, Gear Reside, and Gear S all had sq. designs, so it is not out of the query to anticipate this once more.

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

A extra reasonably priced model

In a shocking transfer, Samsung has already introduced the Galaxy Watch FE, making this budget-friendly mannequin official earlier than the Samsung Unpacked occasion subsequent month. It includes a 40mm case dimension, IP68 ranking, Tremendous AMOLED full-color always-on show with sapphire crystal for cover, and Samsung’s BioActive Sensor for gathering well being info. Whereas it inherits some options from the Galaxy Watch 6, the entry level to the Galaxy Watch line extra intently resembles the Galaxy Watch 4.

The primary FE model of the Galaxy Watch can be accessible in a Bluetooth-only and LTE model. The Bluetooth model can be accessible on June 24 for $200, whereas the LTE model is predicted in October for $250. Each variations can be found in both Black, Pink Gold, or Silver.

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When will the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 be launched?

Stay up for late summer season

Samsung has launched its Galaxy Watch choices in August every time, so it is smart to see the Galaxy Watch 7 even be accessible round that point. That stated, we are going to seemingly hear in regards to the firm’s newest wearable in July on the Samsung Unpacked occasion.

Talking of Samsung Unpacked, Samsung formally introduced its occasion, which is able to happen July 10 in Paris. France and Paris particularly actually have an thrilling summer season on the books, with the Olympics and Tour de France taking place round that very same time as nicely. Whereas a number of particulars have leaked in regards to the Galaxy Watch, we’re nonetheless wanting ahead to getting the official particulars on July 10.

Ought to I purchase the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6?

Traditionally, Galaxy Watch updates have been comparatively minor, so it wasn’t unreasonable to buy the present model shortly earlier than the brand new one was launched. This time, although, we predict some larger updates. The potential for higher battery life alone is value holding off in case you are contemplating a Galaxy Watch anytime quickly.

Even when you do not care about any of the rumored new options or the improved battery life, the value of the Galaxy Watch 6 will seemingly drop after the brand new model is launched. That is nonetheless seemingly 4 months away, however when you can maintain out that lengthy, it could possibly be value it to avoid wasting cash.