Samsung garnered a lot of attention lately with its new range of Galaxy Watches. These new watches received most attention. But the company also used this opportunity to begin deploying its One UI 6 Watch beta software on the Watch 6 series.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Series The main models in this series are the Galaxy Watch 7 and the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra. The Galaxy Watch 7 is the budget-friendlier entry, while the ultra variant stands out for its supposed rugged durability. It's possible that Samsung will soon just call it the "Galaxy Watch Ultra." In addition to the fresh watches, Samsung also showed off its new Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 phones.
The new watches launch with Wear OS 5 and the most recent software, One UI 6 Watch. This is the newest software you can get on Samsung's most premium smartwatches. This software is the same version that had a beta for the last three series on earlier timings.
Samsung released the 3rd beta of One UI Watch to writers today with the launch Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series. The news is from SamMobile. This 310MB update is currently rolling out in the US and Korea. This update will contain the firmware version ZXG3.
It is a major update to the watch series. Ingenious tweaks to system stability, eradication of an issue causing reboots and battery life improvements. There is no surprise here, however; it seems the off-the-wrist situation still persists with always-on display. This is an issue that has not been addressed in this release, but Samsung is looking to resolve it with the next One UI 6 Watch beta.
Samsung also said of the Galaxy Watch 5 and all its Galaxy Watch 4 series will receive this third beta version soon. Unfortunately, no specific timelines were given (the next few days?). The new software will come in its final form to those who pre-order the Galaxy Watch 7 series.
Detailed Overview of the Galaxy Watch Series and One UI 6 Watch Beta
The Galaxy Watch 7 Series
The Galaxy Watch 7 series is Samsung's latest in the smartwatch lineup. The series has two primary model types:
- Galaxy Watch 7: The casual Wearable alternative in the Galaxy lineup - Click Here It has all the expected features of a modern smartwatch such as fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring and integration with its dedicated apps. Sunlit is meant to be used every day, and appeals broadly across the 500px community.
- Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra: Built customer, this one is for the "tough" clientele and will withstand more extreme conditions It is more suited to those who participate in outdoor activities, with its team equally tough-fielded.
Samsung appears to be considering dropping the numeral from the name and might just call it "Galaxy Watch Ultra" in the future. This aligns with the trend of simplifying product names for better brand recognition.
Wear OS 5 and One UI 6 Watch
Both models in the Galaxy Watch 7 series come with Wear OS 5, the latest operating system developed in collaboration with Google. On top of Wear OS 5, Samsung has added its One UI 6 Watch software, which brings additional features and a unique user interface that is consistent with Samsung’s other devices.
One UI 6 Watch Beta 3 Rollout
At the recent launch event, Samsung began rolling out the third beta version of One UI 6 Watch to the Galaxy Watch 6 series. This update is a significant one, bringing several improvements and new features:
- System Stability: The update aims to make the watch more stable and reliable in its performance.
- Reboot Issue Fix: Some users experienced an issue where their watches would reboot unexpectedly. This update addresses and fixes that problem.
Battery Life Improvement: Battery life is crucial for smartwatches, and this update aims to extend the time users can go between charges.
Known Issues
Despite the improvements, one known issue remains: the always-on display feature does not turn off when the watch is removed from the wrist. This can lead to unnecessary battery drain. Samsung is aware of this issue and plans to address it in future updates.
Future Updates for Older Models
Samsung also announced that the Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 4 series would receive this third beta version of One UI 6 Watch soon. However, no specific dates were provided. Users of these older models can look forward to the same improvements and features once the update is available for their devices.
Final Version of One UI 6 Watch
Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Watch 7 series will get the new software in its final form. This means they will have access to all the latest features and improvements right out of the box, providing an enhanced user experience compared to previous models.
Conclusion
Samsung continues to innovate in the smartwatch market with its new Galaxy Watch 7 series and the latest One UI 6 Watch software. The third beta version brings significant improvements, addressing key issues and enhancing the overall performance and usability of the watches. As Samsung rolls out these updates to its older models, more users will benefit from the enhanced features and stability. With the final version of One UI 6 Watch on the horizon, Samsung's smartwatches are set to offer a superior user experience to both new and existing customers.