Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: Release, Price, and Features

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra was officially unveiled at the Samsung Unpacked event on 10 July 2024, confirming many pre-release leaks. In this blog, we dive into the announcement details, release date, pricing, and features of this premium smartwatch. Are you planning to pre-order the Galaxy Watch Ultra, or are you holding off? Let us know in the comments!

Release Date

The Galaxy Watch Ultra became available for pre-order on 10 July 2024, with a free nylon Trail strap included for early buyers, ensuring you’re among the first to own it. The official release date was 24 July 2024, coinciding with the launch of the Galaxy Watch 7.

Announcement: 10 July 2024
Release Date: 24 July 2024
Available From: 24 July 2024

Price

The Galaxy Watch Ultra introduces a bold new design and advanced features, but it comes with a premium price tag of £566.19. This is significantly higher than the Galaxy Watch 7, which starts at £258.39. However, it remains more affordable than the Apple Watch Ultra 2, priced at £799. Here’s a pricing comparison:

Model	Price
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra	£566.19
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (40mm)	£258.39
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm)	£282.69
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (40mm LTE)	£298.89
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm LTE)	£323.19

Unpacked Announcement

At the Samsung Unpacked event on 10 July 2024, the Galaxy Watch Ultra was revealed alongside the Galaxy Watch 7, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6. Leaked renders proved accurate, confirming a new design inspired by the Apple Watch Ultra, featuring a square titanium case with a round display and a digital crown—a first for Samsung smartwatches.

Features

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is designed as the ultimate sports watch, ideal for hiking, mountain biking, or wild camping, competing with the Apple Watch Ultra and Garmin’s premium models. It includes a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED display, dual-frequency GPS for precise tracking, and a suite of health sensors processed by Galaxy AI for personalized insights.

Contrary to earlier leaks, it does not feature blood glucose monitoring but includes FDA-approved sleep apnoea detection. Powered by the Exynos W1000 chipset, it offers robust performance, with 2GB RAM, 32GB storage, and a 590mAh battery. Its durability is top-notch, with IP68 water resistance, 10ATM pressure resistance, and MIL-STD-810H certification.

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Straps

The Galaxy Watch Ultra introduces a new strap connector, incompatible with straps from previous Galaxy Watches like the Watch 5 or 6. The bands use a click-in system, replacing the One-Click mechanism seen in the Galaxy Watch 7. Customize your Ultra with our Galaxy Watch Ultra straps.

Colours

Unlike the single-colour Apple Watch Ultra, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is available in three striking options:

Titanium Silver
Titanium Grey
Titanium White

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, launched on 24 July 2024, brings a bold square-case design, a digital crown, and advanced features like sleep apnoea detection and dual-frequency GPS. Priced at £566.19, it’s a premium option compared to the Galaxy Watch 7. Personalize yours with our Galaxy Watch Ultra straps. Stay tuned for our full review once we test this exciting new smartwatch!

Frequently Asked Questions

When Was the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Released?

The Galaxy Watch Ultra was announced on 10 July 2024 and released on 24 July 2024, with pre-orders starting on announcement day.

How Much Does the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Cost?

It retails for £566.19, over twice the price of the standard Galaxy Watch 7.

When Was the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Released?

The Galaxy Watch 7 launched alongside the Ultra on 24 July 2024.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra announcement and release date