Samsung's Summer Unpacked Event (July 2023) - MKBHD Overview

New Phones

Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6

• Minor Iterations: Iterative updates rather than major changes.
• Design: Slightly refreshed with squared sides and changes in camera housing.
• Display:
  • Both screens have 2600 nits brightness.
  • Slightly thinner bezels making the cover screen more usable.
• Hardware:
  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.
  • New ultra-wide camera.
  • Improved hinge and larger vapor chamber for cooling.
  • Same battery size and under-screen camera as the previous generation.
• AI Features: Introduction of Galaxy AI.
  • Call Assist: Useful for communication.
  • Interpreter: Speak back and forth in different languages.
  • Note Assist: Summarizing in Notes app.
  • Transcript Assist: Summarizing voice notes.
  • Samsung Browser AI: Summarizing text on webpages.
  • Gallery App: Generative fill for photos, e.g., wider angles or straightening horizon.
  • Drawing Assist: Generate art from sketches.
• Pricing:
  • Z Fold 6: $1899 (previously $1799).
  • Z Flip 6: $1099 (previously $1000).

New Wearables

Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch 7 Ultra

• Watch 7: $299 for the 40mm. Familiar look.
• Watch 7 Ultra:
  • Titanium body, sapphire crystal display.
  • 590 mAh battery.
  • Water resistance up to 100 meters.
  • Quick Button: Customizable activity button.
  • New Features: Dual frequency GPS, Energy Score compilation.
  • Price: $650, aiming to compete with Apple Watch Ultra.

Galaxy Buds3 and Buds2 Pro

• Design: Resemble first-gen AirPods.
• Features: Ambient mode, adaptive noise cancellation.
• Pricing:
  • Buds3: $179.
  • Buds2 Pro: $249.

Galaxy Smart Ring

• Design: Three finishes (matte black, silver, gold), 7mm wide, 2.6mm thick.
• Features: Heart rate, skin temperature, accelerometer.
• Water Resistance: Up to 100 meters.
• Battery Life: Approximately 7 days.
• Price: $399 (no subscription costs, unlike Oura Ring).
• Compatibility: Requires Samsung Galaxy phone and Samsung Health app.

Sponsor: dbrand Case Hardened

• Inspiration: From "Counter-Strike" Case Hardened skins.
• Features: Thousands of patterns with some rare Blue Gems.
• Visual Appeal: Metallic sheen with unique light play.

For detailed reviews and further information, stay tuned to MKBHD's channel.