Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Everything you need to know ahead of the July 22 launch event

Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event is now just around the corner, and thanks to a steady stream of leaks, we already have a comprehensive picture of what the company is expected to unveil in London on July 22.

The event is shaping up to be Samsung’s biggest hardware launch of 2026, introducing an all-new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, refreshed Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 foldables, two new Galaxy Watches, and the latest Galaxy AI experiences powered by Samsung’s newest One UI software.

If you’ve been following Samsung leaks over the past few weeks, here’s everything you need to know before the official announcement.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Samsung’s first Ultra foldable?

Perhaps the biggest surprise this year is the arrival of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

Samsung appears ready to bring its successful “Ultra” branding from the Galaxy S series to foldables, creating a new flagship above the standard Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Current leaks suggest the Fold 8 Ultra will feature:

• A noticeably thinner design
• Premium materials
• Improved hinge durability
• Upgraded flagship cameras
• Larger displays
• More Galaxy AI capabilities
• Snapdragon flagship chipset (market dependent)

Leaked European pricing

Samsung has also been accelerating development of One UI 9 based on Android 17, with multiple Galaxy devices already appearing in internal testing ahead of the launch. Readers can follow all the latest software developments in NokiaPowerUser’s Samsung coverage.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 gets thinner and smarter

While the Fold8 may not introduce a radical redesign, Samsung is expected to refine almost every aspect of its flagship foldable.

Expected improvements include:

• Slimmer body
• Reduced display crease
• Better battery efficiency
• Brighter AMOLED displays
• Improved multitasking
• Expanded Galaxy AI features

Leaked pricing

Galaxy Z Flip 8 aims to remain Samsung’s most popular foldable

Samsung’s clamshell foldable is expected to receive meaningful upgrades without changing the winning formula.

Rumored improvements include:

• Larger cover display
• Better hinge
• Improved battery life
• Faster charging
• Enhanced cameras
• More AI-powered experiences

Leaked pricing

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

Samsung is also preparing the successor to last year’s premium outdoor smartwatch.

Expected improvements include:

• Better GPS accuracy
• Improved battery life
• Faster chipset
• Enhanced health sensors
• More AI-powered fitness coaching

Leaked pricing

Recent leaks have already provided an early look at Samsung’s next-generation smartwatches, including updated designs and watch faces. Readers can find more details in NokiaPowerUser’s Galaxy Watch coverage.

Galaxy Watch 9

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Watch 9 in both Bluetooth and LTE variants.

Leaked pricing

Expected upgrades include:

• Better battery efficiency
• Improved sleep tracking
• New health insights
• Faster processor
• Deeper Galaxy AI integration

Galaxy AI takes center stage again

Just like Galaxy Unpacked 2025, artificial intelligence is expected to dominate Samsung’s presentation.

Galaxy AI is rumored to receive several upgrades, including:

• Smarter writing assistance
• Improved Live Translate
• Better photo editing
• More contextual recommendations
• Enhanced productivity features
• Expanded on-device AI processing

Samsung is expected to demonstrate many of these features running across phones, tablets and wearables as one connected ecosystem.

One UI 9 expected to debut

Although Samsung may initially ship the new foldables with an earlier software build in some markets, Galaxy Unpacked is widely expected to showcase the company’s newest One UI experience and its Android 17 roadmap.

NokiaPowerUser has been tracking Samsung’s rapid One UI 9 development over the past several weeks, with multiple Galaxy devices already entering internal testing.

Leaked pricing suggests Samsung is going even more premium

If the latest pricing leak proves accurate, every major Galaxy device announced during Unpacked will cost more than its predecessor.

Samsung appears increasingly focused on the ultra-premium smartphone segment, with the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra becoming its most expensive consumer smartphone yet.

As always, regional pricing will vary depending on taxes, exchange rates and local promotions.

Stay tuned for full Galaxy Unpacked coverage

We’ll be covering every announcement from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, including official specifications, pricing, availability, hands-on images, Galaxy AI announcements and One UI features as soon as they become official.

Samsung is taking a massive gamble this July. By introducing a “Wide” base Fold and an “Ultra” premium Fold, they are betting that consumers are willing to pay laptops prices for ultimate pocketable productivity. If you want to keep up with the latest certifications, software updates, and final spec confirmations before the July 22 event, keep a close eye on the Samsung coverage hub at NokiaPowerUser.