Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 Firmware Appears Online, Pointing to July 22 Launch

2 articles · Updated · PhoneArena · May 29

Galaxy Watch 9 firmware has surfaced online, signaling Samsung has moved the smartwatch into testing ahead of an expected summer 2026 debut.
July 22 is emerging as the likely announcement date, with the watch expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 and reach stores about two weeks later.
435 mAh rated capacity has leaked for the 44 mm model, implying roughly a 2% battery increase over its predecessor, while display sizes are expected to stay at 1.34 and 1.47 inches.
Exynos W1000, Samsung's 3 nm chip, is still the leading processor rumor, with AI-driven health features and One UI Watch 9 based on Wear OS 7 also expected.
$349 is the likely starting price if Samsung avoids broader device price hikes, though a Watch 9 Classic variant is also rumored as Samsung sticks close to the Watch 8 design.

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