Samsung’s Summer Unpacked 2023 was undoubtedly bustling with activity. The tech giant unveiled not just its latest foldable phones, but also significant updates to its smartwatch and tablet offerings. If this seems overwhelming, here is a comprehensive rundown of everything Samsung showcased at the event.
Check out the Highlights from Galaxy Unpacked Summer 2023
If tuning in at 7AM Eastern was a bit too early for you, we’ve got you covered. We’ve condensed Samsung’s summer Unpacked event into a manageable nine-minute presentation. Watch the keynote’s most notable product announcements right here.
Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5
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Interestingly, this year’s star attraction among foldable phones was the budget-friendly Galaxy Z Flip 5. The updated model boasts a significantly larger 3.4-inch external display than its previous version, allowing you to respond to messages, use Wallet, and conduct other tasks without unfolding the phone. The phone’s new hinge design also removes the gap when it’s closed. Expect a faster custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and double the storage capacity. Priced at $999, it’s up for pre-order on Samsung’s website and Amazon, and set to release on August 11th.
On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold 5, while only a minor update, is still a welcome improvement. The book-style foldable now offers a slimmer, gapless design with a brighter main display, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, and enhanced multitasking features. It will be available from August 11th, starting at $1,799, and is currently up for pre-order on Samsung and Amazon.
Galaxy Watch 6
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Arguably the most significant announcement at the summer Unpacked event was concerning Samsung’s tiniest computing device. The company revealed the Galaxy Watch 6 series, featuring some much-anticipated enhancements to the Wear OS watches. The classic rotating bezel is back in the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, allowing users to scroll through apps and widgets with a tangible feel. Both versions of the watch boast larger, brighter displays, upgraded processors, bigger batteries, and an easy-to-use strap swapping system.
The Galaxy Watch 6 range will hit the market on August 11th, with pre-orders available on Samsung and Amazon. The base model will cost $300, and the Classic version will be priced at $400.
Galaxy Tab S9
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For fans of premium Android tablets, Samsung revealed the Galaxy Tab S9 lineup. Despite a largely unchanged design (with slimmer bezels being the main difference), the tablet range is a substantial upgrade featuring dynamic refresh rate AMOLED screens, the custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, more potent speakers, and even IP68 water and dust resistance for both the tablet and the included S Pen.
The series is set to go on sale on August 11th, with pre-orders available on Samsung and Amazon. The 11-inch Galaxy Tab S9 will start at $800, the 12.4-inch Tab S9+ at $1,000, and the mammoth 14.6-inch Tab S9 Ultra will cost at least $1,200.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Samsung Unpacked 2023
What were the highlights of Samsung Unpacked 2023?
The highlights of Samsung Unpacked 2023 included the unveiling of the latest foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and the Galaxy Z Fold 5, significant updates to the Galaxy Watch 6 series, and the introduction of the Galaxy Tab S9 range.
Which new foldable phones were announced at the Samsung Unpacked 2023?
Samsung announced two new foldable phones at the Unpacked 2023: the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and the Galaxy Z Fold 5. The Galaxy Z Flip 5, with its new hinge design and larger external display, was particularly highlighted.
What updates were made to Samsung’s smartwatch lineup?
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Watch 6 series, which offers improvements such as a rotating bezel, larger and brighter displays, upgraded processors, larger batteries, and a one-click strap swapping system.
What new features does the Galaxy Tab S9 range offer?
The Galaxy Tab S9 range offers dynamic refresh rate AMOLED screens, the custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, more powerful speakers, and even IP68 water and dust resistance for both the tablet and the included S Pen.
When will the new products announced at Samsung Unpacked 2023 be available?
The new products announced at Samsung Unpacked 2023 are set to go on sale on August 11th, with pre-orders available on Samsung’s website and Amazon.
More about Samsung Unpacked 2023
- Samsung Unpacked 2023 Event Highlights
- Pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Pre-order the Galaxy Watch 6 Series
- Pre-order the Galaxy Tab S9 Range
5 comments
finally, the rotating bezel is back in the galaxy watch 6. missed that feature a lot.
galaxy z flip 5 at 999? thats quite a bargain for a foldable. might consider getting one.
7am Eastern was def too early, good thing they got the highlights for us late risers haha!
Woah, that new galaxy z flip 5 sounds pretty dope. can’t wait to get my hands on it!!
Galaxy Tab S9 seems like a beast, dynamic refresh rate AMOLED screens, and IP68 water and dust resistance, Samsung’s killin it.