7 Days After Galaxy Unpacked: Buds, Flips, Watches & the Apples in Samsung’s Garden
Last week’s Samsung Unpacked event was packed with exciting—and controversial—releases. While the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 understandably stole the show with their incremental design upgrades and the increasingly impressive Galaxy AI, the Samsung Galaxy Ring flew under the radar. However, it was the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Buds and Buds 3 Pro that generated the most buzz. Let's dive into these devices.
1. Galaxy Ring
Smartwatches have become the gold standard for fitness-focused wearables, but smart rings haven't quite reached mainstream status—yet. With Samsung entering the ring (pun intended), we might see increased adoption. The Galaxy Ring tracks heart rate, sleep quality, workouts, and skin temperature. Available in matte black, silver, and gold, it’s a subscription-free alternative to the dominant Oura ring. Unfortunately, it’s currently only compatible with Samsung devices.
2. Watch 7 & Watch 7 Ultra
Samsung is a major player in the smartwatch market with a distinctive design philosophy. While Apple has opted for a square look since the original Apple Watch, Samsung has maintained a more traditional, rounded aesthetic. Until the Watch 7 Ultra, that is. Following Apple's lead, Samsung released a premium, titanium-clad Watch Ultra packed with features. While Samsung kept the price lower than Apple's, the design similarity is undeniable. Fortunately, the standard Watch 7 retains Samsung's iconic round face.
3. Buds 3 Pro and Buds 3
Samsung's Buds 3 Pro and Buds 3 bear a striking resemblance to Apple's AirPods Pro and original AirPods, respectively. The shift from in-ear to stem-style design is sure to divide fans. The base Buds 3 model lacks active noise cancellation, and both earbuds disappointingly omit Bluetooth multipoint. Come on, Samsung!
4. Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6
We’ve covered the Fold 6 and the Fold lineup in detail HERE. The Z Flip also received some attention. Beyond the enhanced Galaxy AI, there are a few notable changes. The camera ring now matches the phone's colour, and the Flip features a vapor chamber for improved heat dissipation, benefiting gamers and heavy users.
These are the devices announced at the Galaxy Unpacked, which one interests you the most?
