Samsung TV Plus India, has expanded its content offering to 200 streaming TV channels, bringing more entertainment choices to millions of viewers across the country. As part of this expansion, Samsung TV Plus has partnered with NH Studioz to launch two new channels — Aashirwad TV and Thalaivar Hits — bringing timeless mythological stories and iconic Indian cinema to audiences nationwide. Samsung TV Plus India has also been recognised as the CTV Platform of the Year at the BCS Ratna wards, further underscoring its growing impact in India’s connected TV ecosystem.

With more than 100 million monthly active users globally, Samsung TV Plus is one of the world’s largest subscription-free streaming services that comes pre-installed on Samsung Smart TVs. In India, the platform continues to expand across entertainment, movies, news, sports and regional content viewing categories, offering users a wide range of premium content at no additional cost.

Aashirwad TV will offer a curated line up of timeless Hindi entertainment with mythological epics such as Ramayana, Shree Ganesha & Om Namah Shivaay. Tamil movie channel, Thalaivar Hits will showcase iconic movie legends Rajinikanth (affectionately known as “Thalaivar”) and Kamal Hasan with a collection of their cult classics and blockbuster hits, Kai Kodukkum and Thambikku Entha Ooru.

“Our focus has always been on offering viewers more of the content they love. Over the years, Samsung TV Plus has continued to expand its content ecosystem — growing from over 50 channels to 200 channels in India today. This milestone reflects our commitment to continuously bringing diverse entertainment choices across genres to our viewers. The addition of Aashirwad TV and Thalaivar Hits further enriches our portfolio with beloved stories and iconic films that resonate with audiences across generations,” said Kunal Mehta, General Manager, Head of Business Development, Samsung TV Plus India.

“We are delighted to partner with Samsung TV Plus, a leading force in shaping the Connected TV experience and bringing innovative entertainment choices to audiences. Indian viewers increasingly seek curated content experiences that resonate with their cultural and regional preferences. While Aashirwad TV offers timeless mythological and devotional stories for families across generations, Thalaivar Hits is our tribute to the enduring legacy of Superstar Rajinikanth, celebrating one of Indian cinema’s most iconic cultural phenomena. These launches build on the success of our existing Hindi movie and music live streaming TV channels and mark the next phase of NH Studioz’s expansion in the FAST ecosystem, as we continue to develop premium, genre-focused channels for Connected TV audiences,” said Shreyans Hirawat, Head – Film Business & Innovation, NH Studioz.

Samsung Electronics today announced that Galaxy Buds4 Pro has received the EISA In-Ear Headphones 2026-2027 Award by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). This marks the first time a Galaxy Buds product has earned this recognition from EISA, underscoring Samsung’s continued commitment to audio innovation, superior sound quality, intelligent adaptive listening technologies, and user-focused design.

The award is particularly significant because it validates the core engineering philosophy behind Galaxy Buds4 Pro: delivering sound as it was meant to be heard. The EISA Awards represent one of the most authoritative annual recognitions of audio quality in the global consumer electronics industry. Judged by a collective of expert editors from top technology publications across more than 25 countries, these accolades provide an independent assessment of audio performance and innovation. The recognition reinforces Samsung’s ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of premium wireless audio through advanced hardware, intelligent software, and user-centric design.

EISA’s praise further highlights the Galaxy Buds4 Pro’s balance of audio performance, call quality and everyday usability.

“Employing a two-way speaker with individual amplifiers dedicated to the woofer and tweeter Samsung’s Galaxy Buds4 Pro yields clean, musical detail,” commented Ljubisa Miodragovic, President at EISA. “Meanwhile, advanced Sensor Fusion technology combines a dedicated Voice Pickup Unit (VPU) with DNN-powered noise reduction to ensure exceptionally clear calls.”

“At Samsung, our goal has always been to deliver Hi-Fi sound that stays true to the original recording. Receiving the EISA In-Ear Headphones Award validates our commitment to audio engineering excellence and affirms our promise of delivering premium sound quality and user experiences,” said Han-gil Moon, Master and Head of Audio Group, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Users can be confident that Galaxy Buds4 Pro are built to provide the best and most satisfying sound experience. We will continue to build on this foundation to offer even richer listening experiences in the future.”

Galaxy Buds4 Pro delivers Samsung’s most advanced audio experience to date, with standout features including:

• A newly designed wider woofer that increases the effective speaker area by nearly 20% over the previous generation, paired with a dedicated tweeter to deliver clean bass, rich treble, and 24-bit/96 kHz UHQ audio true to the original recording. EISA experts praised Buds4 Pro for yielding “clean musical detail while limiting distortion across the frequency range.”
• Enhanced Adaptive ANC and EQ that analyzes wearing conditions and each user’s unique ear shape, applying optimal noise-cancelling algorithms in real time, so users can enjoy a consistent listening experience all day long.
• Super Clear Call enabled by the device’s advanced Sensor Fusion technology, which combines a Voice Pickup Unit (VPU) with Deep Neural Network (DNN)-powered noise reduction to “ensure exceptionally clear calls,” even in noisy environments.
• An ultra-sleek, ergonomic blade design refined through hundreds of millions of global ear data points and over 10,000 simulations, featuring a premium metal finish, engraved pinch controls, and an IP57 rating for water and dust resistance.[1]
• Deeper Galaxy ecosystem integration that allows users to initiate AI agents and manage hands-free calls through intuitive Head Gesture controls.

To learn more about the Galaxy Buds4 series, please visit: www.samsung.com/galaxy-buds4-series/.

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[1] IP rated for submersion in up to 3 feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes (charging case is not water resistant). Not advised for beach or pool use. If the earbuds or user’s hands are wet, they must be dried thoroughly prior to handling. Damaged earbuds are not guaranteed to be water resistant. Earbuds only.

On August 27th, Samsung Electronics will hold ‘Galaxy Event August 2026’ to introduce the newest addition to the Galaxy S26 family — purposefully designed to bring the core Galaxy S26 experiences from camera to AI, along with the latest One UI, to those who look for what truly matters most to them.

The Galaxy event will be streamed live on Samsung.com and Samsung India’s YouTube channel beginning at 5.30 p.m. IST.

At just 201g, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet, redefining portability without compromising on premium features. Designed for seamless content consumption, this foldable combines an expansive 8-inch main display with a 10:16 cover screen to offer versatile viewing experiences. Whether you’re binge-watching films, reading e-books, or gaming, the device adapts effortlessly to your needs.

The 4:3 main display provides an immersive canvas for movies and games, while the cover screen handles quick tasks like messaging and browsing. Rotate the main display for comfortable reading or multitasking. Despite its lightweight build, the Galaxy Z Fold8 packs a 4,800mAh battery, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, and a dual 50MP camera system for stunning photography.

Engineered with Samsung’s Flex Titanium display structure, the device ensures durability and reduced crease visibility over time. Refined hinge mechanics and magnetic force create a smoother, lighter unfolding experience. The Galaxy Z Fold8 proves that a large-screen foldable can be both lightweight and powerful, making it the ultimate companion for content lovers on the go.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra measures 4.1mm when unfolded and weighs 215g. It is Samsung’s thinnest Galaxy Z Fold yet. To achieve this slim design, Samsung reworked the display structure, materials and internal architecture as one connected system.

Making a foldable thinner is a complex engineering challenge. The display must withstand repeated folding. The hinge, battery, thermal system and other components must also fit within the device. Each component must work seamlessly with the others.

Samsung therefore took a system-level approach to the design. This helped the company reduce the device’s thickness while maintaining the flexibility and strength required from a foldable.

Flex Titanium Supports a Thinner Display

Samsung introduced Flex Titanium as part of the new display structure.

Flex Titanium combines a titanium plate with a titanium-alloy film. The titanium plate sits beneath the display and provides structural support. It also helps absorb pressure and impact from both sides of the device.

Samsung developed a precision-engineered lattice structure for the titanium plate. This structure allows the plate to remain flexible while maintaining its strength.

The titanium-alloy film sits beneath the display panel. It provides additional strength, flexibility and elastic recovery. It also supports the repeated folding that is central to the Galaxy Z Fold experience.

A Thinner Display Creates More Internal Space

Samsung reduced the thickness of the display module by 10%. This created additional space inside the device for components such as the battery, thermal system and camera.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra also features a 5,000mAh battery and an 8-inch main display. The slimmer display structure helped Samsung maintain these capabilities within a thinner overall design.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra measures just 4.1mm when unfolded.

Samsung tests the complete foldable system

Samsung did not treat thinness as a standalone design goal. The company engineered the display, hinge and internal components together.

Samsung subjected the latest Galaxy Z series to more than 100 reliability validation tests. These tests covered drops, repeated folding, pressure, moisture and debris.

The testing helped Samsung assess the complete device under conditions that reflect everyday use.

Every Millimetre Matters

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra brings together advances in materials, display engineering and internal architecture. The result is Samsung’s thinnest Galaxy Z Fold yet.

The device demonstrates how changes to one part of a foldable can create opportunities across the entire product. Samsung’s approach focuses on making every millimetre count while preserving the strengths of the foldable form factor.

The Health Forum held at Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 also shared Samsung’s Connected Care vision for the next chapter of digital health — a future where care moves from reactive treatment toward preventive, personalized, and connected experiences, supported by trusted health innovation and partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem. One technology that is helping power these new consumer experiences is the health foundation model.

Researchers from the Digital Health Team at Samsung Research America (SRA) are developing new AI technologies to continuously understand a person’s health state from biosignals, generate health insights, and offer appropriate health guidance.

Samsung researchers recently introduced two foundation models based on wearable data: xMAE (Physiology-Aware Masked Cross-Modal Reconstruction for Biosignal Representation Learning), which learns the temporal relationship between different biosignals, and HiMAE (Hierarchical Masked Autoencoder), which understands health patterns across different time scales in wearable time-series data. Both studies demonstrate advancement of health AI models that can better understand the physiological relationships and temporal structure of biosignals.

Samsung’s work on xMAE and HiMAE models was accepted to the International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML), and the International Conference on Learning Representations (ICLR), respectively, highlighting the significance of this research.

Health Foundation Models That Read the Body’s Signals: Why They Matter for Health 

A health foundation model is an AI model that uses self-supervised learning to learn meaningful features from unlabeled biosignal data. After being pretrained on large-scale health data, the models can be applied to perform a wide range of downstream health tasks, including biosignal analysis, developing new or improved biomarkers, and health issue prediction.

xMAE AI model: Continuous Cardiac Insight from Wearables

An electrocardiogram (ECG) on wearables directly measures the electrical activity of the heart and is useful for measuring heart rate and heart rate variability, identifying abnormal heart rhythms and risks for conditions such as atrial fibrillation. ECG is highly accurate, but typically requires users to pause and take an active measurement. On the other hand, photoplethysmography (PPG) can indirectly measure cardiac function by detecting changes in blood flow and can be passively and continuously measured through sensors in wearable devices such as smartwatches.

The two signals originate from the same cardiac activity, but they appear with a certain time difference, much like thunder is heard after lightning is seen. xMAE is a biosignal pretraining framework designed to learn the temporal relationship between the two signals by reconstructing masked portions of the ECG signal using the more easily and continuously measured PPG signal. As a result, cardiovascular health-related features can be analyzed more precisely using PPG without requiring separate manual ECG measurements.

The researchers pretrained xMAE using approximately 9,400 hours of ECG and PPG data. The model outperformed unimodal biosignal models and existing multimodal learning methods in 15 of 19 evaluation tasks, including cardiovascular disease prediction, abnormal test-result detection, and sleep-stage classification. The study also confirmed the potential to use the learned features across different sensor devices, body locations and data-gathering environments.

HiMAE AI model: Reading the Body at Every Time Scale on the Device

Health data measured from wearable devices can reveal different information depending on the time scale at which it is analyzed. For example, short time segments can reveal rapidly changing signals such as heartbeats, while longer time segments can uncover patterns that accumulate over time, such as sleep or physical activity. This is similar to examining different information by zooming in and out of an image.

HiMAE is a self-supervised learning model that learns representation from wearable data across multiple time scales. It uses multiple encoders to analyze short and long segments separately, allowing the model to identify information required for each health task, such as heart rate analysis or sleep prediction, at the appropriate time scale. During training, the model reconstructs masked parts of the data. This enables it to learn key patterns in biosignals even when labeled data is limited.

A single pretrained HiMAE model handles classification, numerical prediction and data generation. The model achieved high performance while being smaller than existing models. It also improved computational efficiency to the point where it can produce results in less than one millisecond on a smartwatch-class central processing unit (CPU). Most importantly, HiMAE demonstrates the potential of on-device health foundation models for the first time — analyzing raw health signals in real time, without relying on cloud servers.

The Next Step Toward Connected Care

Together, xMAE and HiMAE, represent an advance in AI models that precisely understand the physiological relationships and temporal structures unique to biosignals. Both models aim to deliver precise, continuous, personalized health insights and to generalize across many health tasks from a single pretrained model. Hear more from the researchers behind this work below.

Samsung’s latest innovations, the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, redefine what it means to be the best foldable by offering two distinct form factors tailored to different lifestyles. Whether you’re immersed in entertainment, multitasking, or content creation, these devices provide the perfect blend of design and functionality to meet your needs.

The Galaxy Z Fold8 stands out as the best foldable for immersive discovery and content experience. Its redesigned proportions ensure a compact profile when closed, while unfolding reveals a wider canvas that enhances how content is experienced. The 4:3 main display offers an immersive viewing experience for movies, gaming, and social media, while rotating the device to a 3:4 orientation makes it ideal for reading and browsing. At just 201 grams, it’s Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet, combining portability with a 4,800mAh battery that supports up to 26 hours of video playback. This makes it the best foldable for users who want a seamless and natural way to consume content.

On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the best foldable for powerful productivity and creation. As the first Ultra model in Samsung’s Galaxy Z series, it features an expansive 8-inch display that provides a large workspace for multitasking and creative work. Despite its size, it remains remarkably slim at just 4.1mm when unfolded and weighs only 215 grams. The advanced camera system, including a 200MP main camera, extends its capabilities for creators who want to capture, edit, and share from one device. This makes it the best foldable for professionals and creators who need a powerful mobile workspace.

Together, the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra represent two different interpretations of what it means to be the best foldable. The Galaxy Z Fold8 is designed for discovery, offering an immersive way to experience content, while the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is built for maximum productivity and creation, delivering the power of an Ultra experience in a foldable form.

Ultimately, the choice depends on your lifestyle. Will you choose the Galaxy Z Fold8, the best foldable for immersive content discovery, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the best foldable for powerful productivity and creation? The decision is yours.

“Hearing health is a vital component of our overall well-being, profoundly impacting how we communicate, connect with loved ones and engage with the world,” said Hon Pak, Senior Vice President and Head of the Digital Health Team for the Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “With the latest clearance from the FDA, we are expanding access to hearing support and making proactive care effortless by integrating the Hearing Test and Hearing Aid functionality directly into the Galaxy Buds.”

Hearing loss is incredibly common, yet it remains one of the most overlooked health conditions worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that globally, more than 1.5 billion people experience some degree of hearing loss — a figure projected to reach 2.5 billion people by 2050. Despite this, many people who could benefit from hearing aids do not use them due to high cost, social stigma or limited access to professional care.

Samsung has been committed to advancing hearing support technologies for consumers since 2020. That year, the company introduced a Personal Sound Amplification Product (PSAP) feature on Galaxy Buds+.

The PSAP feature was clinically validated in 2021 as effective support for daily communication for those with hearing loss, building the foundation for the Hearing Aid feature. To develop this new OTC solution, Samsung collaborated closely with the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) and Samsung Medical Center (SMC). The resulting technology is backed by robust clinical validation studies conducted at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, San Jose State University and the University of Memphis.

Samsung’s holistic hearing health experience centers around two major features integrated directly into Galaxy Buds without requiring a separate app³. By navigating to the Galaxy Buds menu in Settings, users can complete a self-administered Hearing Test in just five minutes. Using clinical-grade, pure-tone audiometry, the software tests each ear individually to pinpoint the user’s specific hearing deficits. It then generates an audiogram with accuracy comparable to a professional audiologist’s evaluation. The results categorize the user’s hearing as normal or one of four stages of hearing loss: mild, moderate, severe or profound.

Based on those results, the Hearing Aid feature amplifies the sounds users have difficulty hearing — such as high frequencies, surrounding whispers and distant voices — personalized to each user’s hearing profile. Hearing Aid also supports additional advanced features typically found in premium hearing aids, such as noise elimination and beamforming, which help focus sounds in front of the user and suppress background noise.

Galaxy Buds use NAL-NL2, recognized globally as the clinical standard formula for fitting prescription hearing aid. This advanced approach ensures highly personalized, accurate results tailored to each individual’s hearing profile.

To give users a comprehensive view of their overall wellness, hearing-related insights — including noise exposure levels and Hearing Test results — are accessible directly within the Samsung Health app.

Availability

The Hearing Aid and Hearing Test features will be available on Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Buds4 Pro in the U.S. and select approved markets in Q4 2026.

1. Available on Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Buds4 Pro only. ︎
2. Availability may vary by market, model or paired device. The Hearing Aid feature is intended for users 18 years and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment by a qualified clinician ︎
3. Full support requires a compatible Galaxy device with One UI 8 or later. ︎

Strong early demand reflects growing excitement for Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z series, with pre-orders for the new lineup having increased by more than 30% compared with the previous generation. Graphite was the most popular color overall for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8, while Pink led pre-orders for Galaxy Z Flip8. Among Samsung.com pre-order customers aged 15 to 34, exclusive colors Green Shadow, Pistachio and Mint emerged as the top choices for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8, respectively.

The New Galaxy Z Series: Three Distinct Foldable Experiences

Built on seven generations of foldable innovation and consumer insight, the new Galaxy Z series gives users more choice than ever, with three distinct experiences engineered to fit different needs.

Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces a fresh form factor built around the way people explore, discover and immerse themselves in their favorite content. Its display ratios are designed to move naturally with users throughout the day – from quick interactions like messaging, browsing and short-form video on the wider cover screen to more immersive viewing, reading and gaming on the 4:3 main display. With Gemini Notebook, users can bring together notes, images, recordings, files, and documents in one workspace to collect, organize, and develop their ideas. At just 201 g, it is Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet, while Samsung’s new Flex Titanium technology helps support a slimmer display structure with lasting durability and reduced crease visibility over time.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra brings Galaxy’s renowned Ultra standard to foldables, combining a larger workspace with an upgraded camera system and performance built for demanding creative workflows. Its expansive 8-inch main display opens up more room for multitasking, while Now Nudge[1] helps users move from conversation to action by suggesting relevant next steps across supported apps.

The 200 MP main camera now supports High Dynamic Range (HDR) in 200 MP mode for richer detail, color and clarity. A new 50 MP ultra-wide camera adds greater flexibility for wider scenes and macro shots, helping users capture more from one device. Across Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8, Dual Recording captures both the action and the user’s reaction, while My FanCam[2] automatically tracks and reframes a selected subject.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra also features a 5,000 mAh battery[3], 45 W fast charging and an expanded graphite cooling structure – all in Galaxy’s slimmest Z Fold design yet, measuring just 4.1 mm when unfolded and weighing 215 g.

Galaxy Z Flip8, Samsung’s sleekest Flip ever released, is built for expression and quick interaction on the go. Its reimagined FlexWindow brings apps, insights, actions and assistance directly to the cover screen. Now Brief[4] surfaces personalized information based on users’ schedules, routines and interests. Users can also access Gemini from the FlexWindow through side-key activation or natural voice requests, making it easier to complete connected actions on the go. Galaxy Z Flip8 further enhances Samsung’s signature Flip camera experience with a 50 MP camera, ProVisual Engine and FlexCam experiences that make it easier to capture, preview and share polished photos and videos from flexible angles.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9: Effortless Health Management From the Wrist

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 extend the Galaxy experience to the wrist, helping users turn daily health data into more meaningful, actionable guidance through effortless everyday wear. Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon Wear® Elite Platform and are designed to support continuous health tracking with improved performance, comfort and battery life.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is built for outdoor adventures and high-performance users who need long-lasting endurance, reliable durability and precise tracking. Available in a 47 mm size, it features an 800 mAh[5] battery, a display with up to 5,000 nits of brightness, shock-resistant titanium casing and dedicated tracking modes for outdoor sports, including Trail Run[6]. It is also rated IP69K and 10 ATM and certified to EN 13319[7].

Galaxy Watch9 is designed as an everyday health companion for wellness-conscious users who want to build healthier habits through continuous activity and sleep tracking. Available in 40 mm and 44 mm sizes, Galaxy Watch9 features a lightweight aluminum casing, a comfortable design for 24/7 wear, a display with up to 3,000 nits of brightness and health features such as Vitals[8], Heart Health Score[9], Daily Cardio Load[10] Fitness Index[11], and Hearing.

Together with the new Galaxy Z series, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 expand Samsung’s AI ecosystem, bringing connected companion experiences across phone and wrist.

Availability

Starting August 7, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 will be available through carriers, retailers, Samsung.com and Samsung Experience Stores in 106 markets worldwide.

Customers purchasing a new Galaxy Z series device will receive a six-month trial of Google AI Pro, including 5 TB of cloud storage, valued at US$119.94. With expanded access to Google’s AI models, users can enhance productivity and creativity on their foldable devices.[12]

Switching to Galaxy is now easier than ever, thanks to a more seamless migration experience across a wider range of devices. With the updated Smart Switch, iOS users can scan a QR code on their current device and wirelessly transfer data without downloading an additional app. Smart Switch can also transfer more types of data, including passwords and passkeys, call history, accessibility settings and eSIM information, helping reduce the time needed to set up a new device. With new compatibility between Quick Share and AirDrop, users can also share files seamlessly between iOS and Galaxy devices in both directions.[13]

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 will also be available through carriers, retailers, Samsung.com and Samsung Experience Stores in 106 markets worldwide starting Aug. 7.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8 are available in a range of colors, including Violet Shadow, Lavender, and Pink, respectively — with additional options available exclusively on Samsung.com. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is available in 47 mm, while Watch9 is offered in 40 mm and 44 mm. Color, size, connectivity option, model, and availability may vary by market, carrier, or retailer.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 users can access exclusive subscription trial benefits, including a 60-day Strava trial valued at US$23.98 and a two-month iFIT trial valued at US$19.98[14]. Together, these benefits help users track workouts from the wrist and extend their fitness experiences through partner apps. Terms, eligibility and availability may vary by market.

To give users peace of mind after upgrading, Samsung Care+ offers comprehensive protection with fast repairs for accidental damage, extended warranty coverage and certified expert support at home and abroad. With One UI 9, the new Warranty and care section in Settings also gives users a clear view of their enrollment status, coverage details and warranty expiration in one place, with options to run self-diagnostics and access repair support. Customers who purchase a new Galaxy foldable on Samsung.com and enroll in a monthly Samsung Care+ plan will receive the first three months of coverage at no cost.[15]

For more information about Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, please visit Samsung Newsroom, SamsungMobilePress.com and Samsung.com.

[1] Now Nudge feature requires a Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Text message prompts available with Samsung Messages and certain third-party messaging apps such as Google Messages, Google Chat. Share photos in Now Nudge works by analyzing available image content. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[2] My FanCam feature requires a Samsung Account login. Availability may vary by video. Not supported if there is no subject to track. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[3] Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4854 mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

[4] Now Brief feature requires Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model, apps. Some features may require a network connection.

[5] Typical value tested under third party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Typical capacity is 800 mAh (35 % increase compared to previous Galaxy Watch Ultra). Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

[6] Trail running is available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and requires the Samsung Health app (v7.0 or above). Samsung account login required. Service only available with Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

[7] Galaxy Watch Ultra2 has a water resistance rating of 100 meters according to the ISO22810 standard. The test was conducted in 5 % salt water and 4 ppm chlorine water. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is also water resistant with an IPX8 rating based on the lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes and an IPX9K rating based on the lab test conditions for water resistance against powerful water jets. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 has obtained EN13319, which is a standard applicable to instruments measuring water depth by the environmental pressure as used by divers and also the dive time in certain condition. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. If it’s been exposed to seawater, rinse it in freshwater and dry after use. Refer to the user manual for further information, including care/use instructions. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is dust resistant with an IP6X rating based on the lab test conditions by a third party: 2 kg of talc powder (max. diameter of 0.05 mm) per cubic meter was blown into a test chamber housing the device (air pressure within device kept below surrounding air) for 2 hours. Dust resistance may vary by actual usage conditions.

[8] Vitals is for wellness only, not for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. If you’re concerned about your health, be sure to see a medical professional. Vitals requires sleep data of at least 7 nights, Vitals available on Android phones (Android 10 or above) and requires the Samsung Health app(v.7.00 or above). Samsung account login required. To use Vitals, it is necessary to wear a Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring while sleeping.

[9] Available on upcoming Galaxy Watch with One UI 9. Requires a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app v7.0 and Samsung account. Requires initial setup wearing watch for 24 hours (including awake and asleep). The Heart Health Score software functions are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.

[10] Daily Cardio Load is available on Android phones (Android 11 or above), and requires the Samsung Health app (v7.0 or above) and One UI Watch 9.0 or above. Samsung account login required. Service only available on Galaxy Watch7 or above. To use the feature, at least 7 days of activity records are required, while 28 days of continuous wear is recommended for optimal accuracy. Please note that values may increase in daily situations where heart rate rises, such as during tension, anxiety or stress.

[11] Fitness Index is available on Android phones (Android 11 or later), and requires the Samsung Health app (version 7.0 or later) and One UI Watch 9.0 or above. Samsung account login is required. This service is only available on Galaxy Watch7 or above. To use the features, BIA and VO2Max each need to be measured at least once, along with 2 days of activity records and step count data.

[12] The stated US$119.94 value is based on the U.S. monthly subscription price of US$19.99 for six months. Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Terms apply. By subscribing, you agree to the terms for Google One, AI Credits and offers. Offer ends August 1, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Available only to users aged 18 or older. Unless canceled earlier, Google One will charge US$19.99 per month after the trial ends. Cancel anytime. Return of the purchased device may result in cancellation of the subscription. See full terms at https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/samsung-flipfold8-6month-trial.

[13] Wired transfers from Android devices require the receiving device to have Android 6.0 or later and the sending device to have Android 6.0 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android 6.0 or later and the sending device must have Android 6.0 or later. Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on the receiving Galaxy device or download the Smart Switch Mobile app from the Galaxy Store. Data, content and apps available for transfer may vary by transmission method. Wired transfers from iOS require the receiving device to have Android 17 or later and One UI 9 or later, and the sending device to have iOS 26.6 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android 17 or later and the sending device must have iOS 26.6 or later. Availability of eSIM transfer may vary by carrier. A detailed list of available carriers can be found at https://samsung.com/esim-support.

[14] Free trial offers are available to eligible users only and may require registration of a valid payment method. After the 60-day Strava trial period, the Strava subscription will automatically renew at the applicable subscription price unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Users can check the renewal date and price and manage or cancel their subscription through the Strava subscription settings or the platform used to activate the subscription. For iFIT, renewal, pricing, payment and cancellation terms may vary by market and subscription platform and will be presented to users at the time of enrollment. Terms, eligibility, benefits and availability may vary by market and partner. Please review the applicable partner terms before activating an offer.

[15] Terms and conditions apply. Samsung Care+ coverage, service type and promotion details may vary by country/region and a deductible (service fee) may apply. To be eligible for Samsung Care+ promotion benefits, registration may be required. For detailed Samsung Care+ information, please visit https://www.samsung.com/samsung-care-plus/. Care at home & abroad: When in need of Samsung Care+ services during your travel, contact the visiting country/region’s local customer services center in advance for Samsung Care+ availability.

Samsung Electronics’ new Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 support healthier lifestyles with advanced fitness tracking and everyday wellness features. Galaxy Watch Ultra2 helps runners maintain their pace in different environments with Trail Run, while Galaxy Watch9 provides personalized health insights through continuous health monitoring.

Samsung Newsroom explores how Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 expand the digital health experience through the two videos below.

A Smarter Running Partner

A 24/7 Health Companion