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Samsung Next-Gen Product Launch

Jul 10, 2024

Samsung Next-Gen Product Launch

Key Products Announced

  • New folding phones: Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6
  • New watches: Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra
  • Galaxy Ring
  • Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro

Z Flip 6

  • Design Improvements
    • Matte finish on sides
    • Camera rings match body color
    • Less hinge protrusion
    • Less noticeable display crease
    • Impact-resistant screen layer and scratch/fingerprint-reducing coating
  • Internal Upgrades
    • Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip
    • Vapor chamber cooling
    • Improved speakers
    • 12GB of RAM (up from 8GB)
    • 4,000 mAh battery (up from 3,700 mAh)
    • Inner screen brightness up to 2,600 nits (from 1,750 nits)
  • Camera Upgrades
    • Ultra-wide camera with a bigger sensor
    • Main camera upgraded to 50MP (from 12MP)
    • Effective 10x zoom without dedicated zoom camera
    • New features: camcorder mode, auto-zoom on front screen
  • Cosmetic and Functional Extras
    • Interactive wallpapers
    • Ambient photos
    • Flip Suit 2.0 cases with LED notifications
  • AI Features
    • Smart suggested replies
    • Portrait studio photo editing
    • Improved live translation and interpreter mode

Z Fold 6

  • Design Improvements
    • Lighter (239g)
    • New titanium frame
    • Thinner when open (5.6mm, down from 8.6mm)
    • Shorter and wider form factor
    • Compact hinge
  • Spec Bumps
    • Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip with larger vapor chamber
    • Screen brightness up to 2,600 nits
    • Slight camera upgrades (ultra-wide camera)
    • AI features similar to Z Flip 6 (smart select, circle to search, sketch to image)

Galaxy Watch 7

  • Minor Updates
    • New W100 chip for responsiveness and battery life
    • AI suggested replies
    • Slimmer screen bezels
    • Sleep apnea diagnostic feature

Galaxy Watch Ultra

  • Major Features
    • Water resistant up to 100m
    • Grade 4 titanium build
    • 3,000 nits screen brightness
    • Red night mode watch face
    • Enhanced sport tracking (race past times, dual GPS)
    • 48 hours of exercise tracking
    • Quick app launch button
  • Design Critique
    • Circular screen on square body
    • Similarities to Apple Watch Ultra
    • Laggy performance in pre-production

Galaxy Buds 3 and 3 Pro

  • Design and Features
    • More conventional design
    • Transparent lid cases, blade-like protrusions on earbuds
    • Pinch and slide controls
    • 30 hours battery life with case (25 with noise-cancelling)
    • Improved sound quality and microphones
  • Issues
    • Fiddly controls
    • Mixed experience with noise cancelation
    • Adaptive noise cancelation on Pro version

Galaxy Ring

  • Design and Durability
    • Comes in black, silver, gold
    • IP68 water resistance
    • Lasts up to 7 days on a charge
    • Concave exterior and palm-side ridge for sensor alignment
  • Use Cases
    • Activity tracking
    • Sleep tracking
    • Vitality score
    • Can be combined with Galaxy Watch for improved tracking accuracy
  • Limitations
    • No screen, haptic feedback, or microphone
    • Limited features compared to smartwatches
  • Target Audience
    • Users who dislike bulky smartwatches
    • Those preferring passive tracking
    • Heavy trackers using it alongside a Galaxy Watch

Final Thoughts

  • Price Considerations
    • Z Flip 6 retains price: £149
    • Z Fold 6: £50 price bump
    • Galaxy Watch Ultra: £599 (vs. Apple Watch Ultra at £799)

Feel free to ask for a detailed review on specific products!