Samsung to unveil Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 with larger battery

Samsung is expected to unveil a new flagship smartwatch with a substantially larger battery at a launch event scheduled for July 22 in London. The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is rumored to feature a 784 mAh battery, a significant increase over the 590 mAh capacity of its predecessor.

The reported upgrade, representing an increase of between 30 and 35 percent, could address a key user concern regarding battery endurance. The current Galaxy Watch Ultra model is generally rated for about two days of use. Industry observers suggest the combination of the larger battery and a new, more efficient processor could push the Ultra 2's battery life beyond three days on a single charge, depending on software optimization.

That new processor is expected to be Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, which was announced earlier in 2026. Qualcomm has claimed the chipset can deliver up to 30 percent longer battery life and significantly faster charging speeds compared to previous generations. While recent regulatory filings in China confirm the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will maintain 10W wireless charging support, matching its predecessors, the new chip could enable a 50 percent charge in as little as 10...