Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 keeps the familiar design, changes what’s inside

We have had our early unofficial looks at Samsung’s upcoming foldables, but the smartwatches remained a mystery. Credible tipster Onleaks changed that today by revealing the Galaxy Watch 9 design through CAD renders.

Samsung is expected to unveil two Wear OS watches next month. The second-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra is coming alongside the Watch 9. The next Galaxy Unpacked event is expected to be held on July 22 in London.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 keeps the familiar design

Galaxy Watch 9 renders reveal a familiar design and shape. Samsung is retaining the design that already works rather than making changes. The Watch 9 keeps its squircle design approach, featuring a circular screen.

Samsung’s squircle design decision makes the smartwatch durable. The display is protected by a uniquely crafted frame that looks classy yet elegant. Watch 8 was a major overhaul over the Watch 7, but Watch 9 is a refined version.

Galaxy Watch 9 will be available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. AndroidHeadlines reconfirms the recently leaked colorways, which promised Cream and/or Graphite for smaller ones and Silver and/or Graphite for larger ones.

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The model shown in leaked renders features bands painted in Green. The combination is catchy enough, offering a decent appearance. Well, Samsung is rumored to bump the prices of its upcoming smartwatches.

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset could power the Galaxy Watch 9. The next-gen smartwatches will run the latest Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch.

Power efficiency improvements are likely, thanks to the Qualcomm chip and Wear OS 7. It will also have on-device AI capabilities, expanding from mobile phones to wearables.