It is more likely than ever that Samsung will introduce the "premium" Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra along with two other Samsung Galaxy 7 Watch models this summer

Samsung's recent press release regarding its Q1 2024 financial results says it all about the impending debut of the Galaxy 7 Ultra (though its official name is unknown) In addition, Android Headlines magazine also recently spotted a software build of the Galaxy Watch Ultra

Yes, the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra practically rocks, which is great news for Android users

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 6 is one of the best smartwatches, and the Classic is my personal favorite thanks to its rotating bezel, but the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra could easily take the crown and become our de facto top pick That is, however, if the Google Pixel Watch 3 doesn't do even better

When can we officially see the potential of this new device, what features could it offer, and how much will the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra cost?

We have been checking out all the rumors and leaks about Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra, including health tracking technology and design Below is a sampling of what we know and predictions about what we don't know

Samsung tends to hold its Galaxy Watch launch event in July and launch the product shortly after in August The same schedule could be followed this year, with the Samsung Unpacked event on July 10

There, the latest line of Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 devices, including the Ultra, along with the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Ring will likely be unveiled

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will almost certainly sell for $449 or more, judging by the MRSP of Samsung's last premium smartwatch, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro (The Galaxy Watch 6 Pro never existed)

Nevertheless, with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 starting at $799, it is likely that Samsung's top model will see a significant price increase to bring it in line with its Cupertino rival

Details on the physical design of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra are sparse However, we do know from recent reports that Samsung is attempting to design a square smartwatch, and that "the idea is being studied intensely internally"

The Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra could be Samsung's first square-screen smartwatch model since the Galaxy Gear 2 in 2014 That is certainly a possibility Especially if Samsung aims to compete head-to-head with the Apple Watch Ultra series

Shape aside, it is safe to assume that the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will have a larger screen footprint than its siblings and will probably offer the largest display of any Galaxy smartwatch to date It is also expected to be larger overall than its siblings, have a larger capacity battery, and a more rugged design

Additionally, the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra could feature a next-generation microLED screen, which is brighter, crisper, and more saturated than OLEDs, not to mention more power efficient

All of Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 7 devices will likely have updated chipsets, leading to faster processing and better power efficiency, namely battery life

More specifically, according to a reliable source, Roland Quandt, these devices will likely feature the new Exynos W940 processor

Mediocre battery life is one of the biggest complaints about the Galaxy Watch 6 series, and improvements in this department would be welcomed with open arms Also, according to 9to5Google, these new devices could be the first smartwatches to run the new Wear OS 5 based on Android 14

On the health front, the introduction of sleep apnea detection in the next-generation Galaxy Watch was largely confirmed in a Samsung press release earlier this year Blood glucose monitoring function But this is a breakthrough

Samsung has been talking about including this technology in its products for some time And according to the Korean-language publication Pulse, it could be included in Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 series, based on quotes in a recent Samsung press release

But take this rumor with a grain of salt, as non-invasive wrist-based blood glucose monitoring is the holy grail for smartwatch makers

And if blood glucose monitoring comes along, and if it works accurately, this technology could change the lives of diabetics, replacing or supplementing disposable monitors

Since Samsung's Galaxy Ring is scheduled to launch at the same time as the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra, it is fully expected that the two devices will be compatible with each other shortly after launch

What would this look like? For one thing, Samsung's Galaxy Ring will likely complement the watch's health and fitness monitoring data, which could lead to more accurate and holistic insights for users

ETNews reports that the Galaxy Ring may even be able to monitor blood immersion and blood oxygen saturation, along with performing ECGs Samsung also suggests that the forthcoming smart ring will be able to control other Galaxy devices, possibly including the new Galaxy 7 Watch

Ultimately, a truly premium and modern Samsung Galaxy 7 Ultra smartwatch could shake up the smartwatch market when it arrives this summer

Will the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra's larger, brighter screen, improved battery life, new health tech, and compatibility with the Galaxy Ring be enough to encourage Galaxy Watch 6 owners to upgrade, or will the Pixel 2 Watch users enough to draw them into the Samsung camp? We should find out soon