Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Price and Availability

Samsung has yet to confirm a late July release for the Galaxy Watch 6, but it’s highly likely. Based on the release pattern, the phones and watches are expected to hit the market in August.

Previous model release pattern:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 – August 2022
• Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 – August 2021
• Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 – August 2020

Rumors suggest an event around 11 August for the US and Canadian markets. If true, it would follow an initial event late July in Seoul, South Korea, for the Korean market. No details are available yet for Western audiences, and Samsung might host a separate regional event for fans.

We expect the Galaxy Watch 6 price to align with the Watch 5.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Latest Rumors

12 June 2023: Exynos W930 Chipset

A leaked certification reveals that the new watches will feature an Exynos W930 chipset, a more powerful upgrade from the W920 used in the Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 4.

3 June 2023: Galaxy Watch 6 40mm and 44mm Models Appear in FCC Certification

The smaller and larger versions of the Galaxy Watch 6 have surfaced in an FCC certification list, indicating an imminent release in the US market. Both models have received model numbers, with expected specs including GNSS location, audio, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, and wireless charging.

22 May 2023: Return of the Rotating Bezel

Digital renders of the upcoming Galaxy Watch 6 Classic show the return of the rotating bezel. The design resembles the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

3 April 2023: Galaxy Watch 6 to Get Display Upgrade

According to the well-known leaker Ice Universe, the Galaxy Watch 6 will feature a larger display, increasing from 1.4 inches to 1.47 inches.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Render

The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic will be a premium Samsung smartwatch. The render leaker OnLeaks has shared the design of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, confirming the return of the rotating bezel as mentioned in the latest rumors.

The design closely mirrors the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, with a round display, a circular rotating bezel, and home and back buttons on the sides.

The renders show a magnetic strap, but our range includes many more Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 straps to choose from.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Design

In February, a well-known leaker tweeted that the Watch 6 would feature a curved glass design, similar to the Google Pixel Watch. The same leaker tweeted in April that the Watch 6 will definitely have a larger 1.47-inch screen, up from the 1.4-inch screen on the Watch 5.

Multiple rumors this spring suggest the return of the classic Galaxy Watch style is on the cards. The Watch 5 series includes a standard model and a Pro variant, neither with the rotating bezel that Samsung fans love. Like the Watch 4 Classic, the Watch 6 will likely offer a Classic variant.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Features

The Galaxy Watch 6 will launch with One UI 5 software, a new wearable OS version. While we haven’t seen much of One UI 5 yet, it’s being developed to work with Google Wear OS 4, and new health and fitness features are expected.

New sleep coaching features are designed to improve your sleep quality. There’s also a specific training feature that adjusts your workout based on heart rate zones: Zone 1 for warming up, Zone 2 for fat burning, and Zone 3 for cardio, and so on.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Battery

We expect the Galaxy Watch 6 batteries to have improved capacity over their predecessors. The 40mm model will increase from 284 mAh to 300 mAh, and the 44mm version will go from 410 mAh to 425 mAh. We’ll need to see how this translates to real-world battery life.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: What We Want to See

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Galaxy watches provide a wealth of body data, including blood insights via lasers on the underside. The light sensor could measure blood glucose concentration, offering users an idea of their blood sugar levels, though it won’t replace a glucose monitoring system.

A Samsung Galaxy Classic Model

Since these are rumors, we can’t confirm a Classic model. The standard Galaxy Watch design is sporty, which isn’t for everyone. A significant group of Samsung smartwatch fans prefers a more classic style.

More Functionality for Non-Samsung Phones

Not everyone can fully enjoy Samsung Galaxy smartwatches. If you have a non-Samsung Android device, the Galaxy Watch doesn’t work optimally, which is surprising given Wear OS’s compatibility with various Android devices.

Conclusion

The Galaxy Watch 6 is likely to feature a new design, run on a new chipset, and offer enhanced fitness and health features.

We still know little about the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, so for now, we can only wait for more details. We’ll keep an eye out for updates and refresh this blog with any new information.

Frequently Asked Questions

When Will the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Be Released?

It’s unclear, but based on the release pattern, we expect the Galaxy Watch 6 in August 2023. Note that this prediction is outdated as of September 2025—check for the latest updates, as it may have already launched.

Can You Charge a Samsung Watch with a Phone?

Yes, with the Wireless PowerShare feature on your Samsung device, this is possible.

Can I Make Calls with a Samsung Watch?

You can make calls via the microphone, speaker, or a connected Bluetooth headset. Cellular network watches can accept calls from the paired phone.