After months of anticipation, speculation, and plenty of leaks, Samsung has finally made it official: the next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 9 at 4:00 p.m. French time. The South Korean tech giant is expected to showcase its latest lineup of wearables, including the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, and a brand-new Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025).
While Samsung hasn’t shared full details just yet, a recent leak from Dealabs, reveal everything from specs to pricing for the French market.
What to expect: Three new smartwatches on the way
Samsung is going all in this year with three new models:
- Galaxy Watch 8
- Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
- Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)
Familiar names return, but the designs are evolving. The Watch Ultra (2025) continues the square format introduced last year, with softened edges and a more rugged aesthetic. The Watch 8 Classic, on the other hand, keeps its beloved rotating bezel, a fan-favorite that helps users navigate menus easily.
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Full tech specs: What’s inside the new Galaxy watches
Samsung is giving its smartwatch range a solid internal refresh. All three models will run the latest One UI 8.0 Watch, powered by the new Exynos W1000 chip, built on a 3nm process. The watches are loaded with health and fitness sensors, bright AMOLED displays, and increased storage for select models.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 expected specifications
- Sizes: 40mm and 44mm
- Display: Super AMOLED (1.34” for 40mm, 1.47” for 44mm), up to 3000 nits brightness
- Battery: 325mAh (40mm), 435mAh (44mm)
- Build: Aluminum Armor frame, Sapphire Glass
- Storage: 32GB
- Connectivity: Bluetooth / Bluetooth + 4G
- Colors: Graphite, Silver
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
- Size: 46mm
- Display: 1.34” Super AMOLED, 3000 nits
- Battery: 445mAh
- Build: Stainless Steel, Sapphire Glass
- Storage: 64GB
- Colors: Black, White
Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)
- Size: 47mm
- Display: 1.47” Super AMOLED, 3000 nits
- Battery: 590mAh
- Build: Titanium case, Sapphire Glass
- Storage: 64GB
- Special Feature: 86dB emergency siren
- Colors: Titanium Blue, Gray, White, Silver
All models come with an upgraded set of sensors: heart rate, ECG, body composition (BIA), gyroscope, and more, aimed at offering both serious health tracking and everyday convenience.
Official prices in France
Here’s the official French pricing for each model and configuration, based on our exclusive sources:
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8
- 40mm Bluetooth: €379.99
- 40mm Bluetooth + 4G: €429.99
- 44mm Bluetooth: €409.99
- 44mm Bluetooth + 4G: €459.99
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
- Bluetooth: €529.99
- Bluetooth + 4G: €579.99
Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)
- Standard Version: €699.99 (All colors)
Compared to last year’s Galaxy Watch 7 models, prices for the Watch 8 series have hiked by about €50–€60. Still, it’s worth noting that the Ultra model keeps the same price tag as its predecessor, despite notable upgrades in hardware and software.
Pre-orders and availability
If you’re looking to get your hands on one of these new watches, pre-orders should begin right after the Unpacked event on July 9. According to Dealabs, Samsung plans to make the watches officially available in France on July 23, 2025.
They’re likely to hit Samsung’s online store, major electronics retailers, and mobile carrier partners.