Overview
- GalaxyClub-sourced reports indicate the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 could be Samsung's first smartwatch with built-in 5G.
- Samsung and Qualcomm have confirmed a co-developed Snapdragon Wear Elite/Ultra platform that includes a 5G modem.
- The new chip adds Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, ultra‑wideband and NB‑NTN, plus a 3nm design with stronger CPU/GPU performance and an NPU for faster on-device AI.
- If adopted, 5G would boost standalone call quality and data speeds compared with the 4G-limited previous Ultra model.
- The watch is expected to be unveiled in mid‑2026 alongside the Galaxy Z Flip8 and Z Fold8, though Samsung has not confirmed which model will use the new chip.