On July 10, Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked global new product launch event in Paris, this time with the Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Buds3 series, Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra, as well as the Galaxy Ring. At the same time, a significant portion of the conference was reserved for AI, and after the S24 series was released earlier this year, Samsung is still making great strides towards the AI era.
"Big Fold" and "Small Fold": Both have top-of-the-line configurations, emphasizing AI applications and shooting scenes, respectively
Samsung still maintains the "big folding" and "small folding" two product forms (in fact, domestic manufacturers are gradually abandoning the "small folding"), this time Samsung continues to emphasize the size of folding screen products, "lighter, thinner, and more portable than the previous generation", of which Galaxy Z Fold6 adopts a straight edge design and symmetrical appearance, and the outer screen ratio is also closer to the experience of traditional mobile phones.
Both the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 feature a dual-rail hinge structure with reinforced edges for greater durability, plus an enhanced armored aluminum bezel and Corning Gorilla Victus 2 Glass for "the most durable Samsung Galaxy Z series yet." Both models are also equipped with the third-generation Snapdragon 8 (for Galaxy), which also prepares the way for AI capabilities.
It is worth noting that while the Galaxy Z Fold6 uses a larger VC vapor chamber, the Galaxy Z Flip6 also introduces the VC vapor chamber for the first time in Samsung's "small fold", which also further ensures the output of performance.
However, the two models emphasize different use cases. Thanks to a 7.6-inch inner display with a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, Galaxy Z Fold6 features a host of AI features that make the most of the large display for maximum efficiency. For example, the note-taking assistant in the Samsung Notes app can provide functions such as translation, abstract extraction and intelligent typesetting, the transcription assistant can directly transcribe, translate and extract abstracts from the voice in the note, and the new PDF translation can translate the text in the PDF document, and the translation result will be directly overlaid on the original text.
At the same time, Samsung Keyboard's new help writing feature can generate text for different platforms based on simple keywords entered by the user, and even make the generated content more suitable for the user's style by in-depth analysis of the user's past postings. The S Pen has also been further enhanced with the addition of a new Graffiti Sketch feature, which intelligently generates images based on simple sketches drawn by the user, making it easier to create.
In addition, AI can help users plan travel itineraries, get flight and hotel booking information, and communicate across languages - the Galaxy Z Fold6's simultaneous interpretation function adds a dialogue mode, which is made more convenient for both parties to the conversation by using a dual-screen format, and the listening mode in the simultaneous interpretation function is designed for lectures, speeches, and other occasions, which further reduces the user's understanding cost. There's also a real-time call translation feature, which not only supports Samsung's native calling app, but also expands to more third-party apps.
In terms of images, the Galaxy Z Fold6 can support the entire user experience from shooting, editing to viewing, the generative editing function in Photo Assistant can help users create professional-grade content, the Smart Portrait feature can help users create portraits in a variety of different styles, and the instant slow motion function can intelligently fill frames to bring smoother and more detailed slow motion moments - users can also save instant slow motion videos and share them.
The Galaxy Z Flip6 focuses on AI-powered everyday use and photography. It features a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED display, which allows you to do a lot of things without unfolding it. For example, the suggested reply feature analyzes a user's recent conversations and suggests appropriate response options based on them, or you can view reminders in the Samsung Health app or switch songs with the music widget – there are more widgets to choose from on this screen than ever before.
The Galaxy Z Flip6 features an upgraded 50-megapixel wide-angle camera with 2x optical quality zoom and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle dual camera, with the overall AI zoom of 10x, as well as HDR video-enhanced night shooting, which ensures imaging in dim environments. In the vertical freeform part of the "small fold", Galaxy Z Flip6's new auto-zoom recognizes the subject's position in the frame, allowing it to intelligently adjust the frame of view.
The Galaxy Z Fold6 is available in three colors: Starry Night Silver, Light Rose Pink, and Cold Night Blue, while the Galaxy Z Flip6 is available in four colors: Starry Night Silver, Love Yellow, Summer Foam Blue, and Green Mint. In addition, Samsung's online store also has exclusive colors: Galaxy Z Fold6 is available in "Time and Space Black" and "Vanilla White", while Galaxy Z Flip6 is available in "Time and Space Black", "Vanilla White" and "Peach Pink".
In terms of price, the Galaxy Z Fold6 offers two configurations, 12+512GB and 12+1TB, priced at 14999 and 16999 yuan, respectively, and the Galaxy Z Flip6 has two configurations, 12+256GB and 12+512GB, which are 8999 and 9999 yuan, respectively. However, in general, the final price will be cheaper than the "Pioneer Program", and we can look forward to the next domestic press conference.
The Galaxy Buds3 series, which has received a well-received design, is also further empowered by AI in use
This time around, there's also a new "True Wireless" to pair with the new Galaxy phone. The Galaxy Buds3 series has a textured exterior design with a beautiful "blade lighting" on the stem, which also guides the user to operate by pinching or sliding the stem up and down.
There are two models in the series, the Galaxy Buds3 and the Galaxy Buds3 Pro, which have an open and in-ear design, respectively. Both earbuds are optimized for sound and feature Adaptive EQ and Adaptive ANC (Active Noise Cancellation), while the Galaxy Buds3 Pro supports Adaptive Noise Control, Alarm Detection, and Voice Detection, which automatically adjusts the intensity of noise cancellation based on the environment.
The Galaxy Buds3 are an open design
Both earbuds are also powered by AI, allowing users to manage music playback through voice commands, while the new Galaxy Buds3 series can be used to hear the translated content directly through the headphones with simultaneous interpretation, which will greatly eliminate the language barrier.
If you use the Galaxy Buds3 series for calls, even in different noisy environments, the series can make the call quality "close to a real and natural conversation experience" through the ultra-wideband calling function. In terms of sound quality, the Galaxy Buds3 Pro features enhanced two-way speakers with a flat-plane tweeter and double amplifier, paired with ultra-high-quality audio with SSC codec that supports double sampling rate, for an accurate high-dynamic range and detail-filled high-resolution audio experience.
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In terms of battery life, with noise cancellation turned on, the Galaxy Buds 3 supports 5 hours of playback on a single charge, and the total battery life with the charging case is 24 hours. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro supports 6 hours of playback on a single charge, and has a total battery life of 26 hours with the charging case. Their "First Mover Program" is priced at $1099 and $1599, respectively.
There's the all-around Galaxy Watch 7, and there's the Galaxy Watch Ultra for harsher environments
The Galaxy Watch 7 features a disc design that comes in 40 and 44mm sizes, a built-in Exynos W1000 processor, and a BioActive biosensor that monitors heart rate, sleep mode and other health features, and a dual-screen GPS that accurately understands the user's movements.
The Galaxy Watch 7 is available in "Cloud Green" as well as "Cloud White" and "Phantom Feather Silver" colors, and its 40mm Bluetooth version is priced at 1999 yuan under the "Pioneer Program", and the 44mm Bluetooth version and LTE version are 2199 and 2499 yuan respectively.
This time, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is more important, it is positioned for high-intensity and even harsh outdoor scenes, it uses a titanium case with a sapphire crystal crystal, can withstand temperatures of minus 20 degrees Celsius and minus 55 degrees Celsius, and also supports 10 ATM (10 atmospheres, which can be understood as 100 meters of water resistance) and IP68 water resistance, it has dual-frequency GPS, and also supports sirens and emergency SOS functions.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra is available in a 47mm size, and it also has an Exynos W1000 processor inside, and it debuts Wear OS 5. It supports a wide range of events, including triathlons, outdoor sports such as hiking or hiking, and uses AI to analyze the user's physical condition, sleep quality, and key metrics. And with the built-in 590mAh battery, it can provide up to 100 hours of battery life.
It is available in three colors: "Titanium Rock Gray", "Titanium Platinum Silver" and "Titanium Porcelain White", and the current price of the "Forerunner Program" is 5199 yuan.
Not used to wearing a smartwatch for long periods of time? Now there's the smart ring, the Galaxy Ring, on the spot
Perhaps the most surprising addition of the event, the Galaxy Ring was unveiled in the form of a ring made from titanium, with a gentle curve and a weight of 2.3g. It emphasizes 10 ATM water resistance and supports all-weather use, while it can last up to 7 days. Compared to wearing a smartwatch, the Galaxy Ring may be more accustomed to wearing it for long periods of time.
Although it doesn't have a display, the Galaxy Ring monitors the user's health in real time through the built-in BioActive biosensor and skin temperature sensor, which is analyzed and synthesized by AI and supported by the Samsung Health app.
The Galaxy Ring is available in three colors: Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium, and its "Forerunner Program" price is 3099 yuan. It's not cheap, but it does fill a big gap in the market (or meet a very clear need), and its future market performance will be quite promising.