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Samsung announces Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2, with new AI features
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Key Points:
- Samsung unveiled two new smartwatches for 2026: the Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, confirming there will be no new Galaxy Watch Classic this year.
- The Galaxy Watch 9 starts at $379.99 (Bluetooth) and $429.99 (LTE), available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, while the larger Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 starts at $699.99 with a 47mm size.
- Battery capacity has been improved, with the Watch 9 featuring 390mAh (40mm) and 445mAh (44mm) cells, and the Ultra 2 boasting a significant 800mAh battery offering up to 60 hours of charge.
- Both watches run on the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip, with 2GB memory; the Watch 9 has 32GB storage, and the Ultra 2 doubles that to 64GB, featuring a brighter 5,000-nit display ideal for outdoor use.
- The Ultra 2 is designed for outdoor and diving activities, including trail running and hydration tracking, EN13319-certified for diving depth and time, with exclusive dive features via a partnership with Mares; both watches also include new AI health features for personalized insights on sleep, vitals, cardio, and hearing protection.
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