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Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 launches with Qualcomm chip and AI features

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Samsung has released the Galaxy Watch 9, which offers a modest upgrade over the previous Galaxy Watch 8. The new model features a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite processor, replacing Samsung's in-house Exynos chip, and includes updated software with Wear OS 7 and One UI Watch 9. While the design and display remain largely the same, the Watch 9 incorporates a slightly larger battery and retains the built-in Google Gemini for AI-powered queries. The device will be available starting August 7th with a $30 price increase. AI

IMPACT Minor improvements in AI capabilities for smartwatches with the integration of Google Gemini.

RANK_REASON This is a product update for a consumer electronic device, not a frontier AI release or significant industry event.

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Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 launches with Qualcomm chip and AI features

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Gabriela Vătu) ·

    Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 vs Galaxy Watch 8: What are the differences?

    The Galaxy Watch 9 is a relatively modest update over last year's model.

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