Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Leaks Detail Design, Colors, and Software
Recent leaks from multiple sources, including leakers Galaxy Techie and Evan Blass, have provided detailed information regarding Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The devices are expected to be unveiled at a Galaxy Unpacked event in late July 2026, alongside new foldable devices.
Design and Colors
Galaxy Watch 9
A "Classic" model will not be released this year.
The standard Galaxy Watch 9 is expected to be available in 40mm and 44mm sizes. Reported color options for the watch case include black, silver, and beige.
Renders published by Android Headlines, sourced from leaker @OnLeaks, depict the Watch 9 in light silver, dark silver, and near-black cases with white, green, or dark blue bands. Design updates are described as minimal, including new case colors, a new default band design, and a subtler brushed metal finish.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
A new band design includes an "Ultra" wordmark.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is reported to feature a boxier chassis with thinner display bezels. Leaked renders from Evan Blass show a design similar to its predecessor, with numbers added along the bezel.
Notable changes include:
- The "Quick button" on the side is said to feature an orange outline, described by some sources as a smaller ring, instead of a solid orange coat.
- Accent colors have been removed from the two additional buttons, and reports indicate increased separation between the buttons.
Color options for the Ultra 2 may include beige, black with a bluish strap, and silver with a green band.
Hardware and Software
The Galaxy Watch 9 is rumored to use a Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset. A potential price increase has been noted in leaks, though this has not been confirmed. The previous generation Galaxy Watch 8 is currently available starting at $219.
Software details for One UI 9 Watch include a redesigned Samsung Health interface.
Key software features expected with One UI 9 Watch include:
- A redesigned Samsung Health interface
- A new watch face picker
- A dedicated compass interface
- New health tracking features, such as "trail run" tracking and new Samsung Health markers, shown in leaked images.
Launch Timeline
Multiple sources indicate that Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at the next Galaxy Unpacked event, which is anticipated to take place in late July 2026, alongside new foldable devices.