# Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9 Get 5 Years of Updates New smartwatches come with long-term software support. - **Source:** [GSMArena.com - Latest articles](https://brifing.si/source/ae58cd90-1e26-4445-9a9c-963b7954a50c) - **Published:** 2026-07-23 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/3a173e66-49c4-4f95-ac30-bdbdd9b34212 ## Samsung's New Watches Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 at its Unpacked event in London. Both models will receive five major OS updates and five years of security updates. ## Comparison with Previous Models While older Galaxy Watch models received four years of update support, the new models extend this period to five years. This means longer-term support for users. ## Galaxy Watch Ultra2 Features The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 features a 1.52-inch Super AMOLED display, 5,000 nits brightness, and a titanium frame. It also boasts IP68/IP69K certification and is rated for diving up to 40 meters. ## Galaxy Watch9 Models The Galaxy Watch9 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes. Both models use the same processor and offer 10W wireless charging support. The display brightness reaches 3,000 nits. ## Software and Hardware Both watches run on Wear OS 7 and Samsung's One UI 9 Watch interface. The Ultra2 offers 64GB of storage, while the Watch9 comes with 32GB. ## Long-Term Support Samsung's move allows users to keep their devices updated for a longer period. This offers a significant advantage for tech consumers. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_giving_the_galaxy_watch_ultra2_and_galaxy_watch9_five_years_of_updates-news-73851.php — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._