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Samsung Smartwatch Update: 5 Years of Wear OS!
23 Jul
Summary
- New Samsung watches receive five years of Wear OS updates.
- Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 updates extend until 2031.
- Updated models feature battery boosts and brighter displays.

Samsung has announced an extended software support period for its newest smartwatches. The Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will each receive five years of Wear OS updates. This commitment means the devices will be supported with operating system upgrades until 2031.
This extended support surpasses previous offerings, with the Galaxy Watch 8 receiving four years and Google's own Pixel Watch receiving three. The new models also introduce notable hardware improvements. The Galaxy Watch 9 features a 20 percent battery increase compared to its predecessor, while the Watch Ultra 2 boasts a display capable of up to 5,000 nits of brightness.