14 DAY TRIAL // Samsung is currently one of the companies betting big on wearables, and needless to say, smartwatches are playing a key role in the long-term strategy in this regard.
Unsurprisingly, the South Koreans are already working on a new Galaxy Watch, and according to a reliable tipster, there’s a good chance the device would give up on Tizen for Wear OS.
As surprising as this may sound, @UniverseIce claims Samsung will launch two different models, namely the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch Active 4, both running Google’s Wear OS.
While little specifics are available right now, the new models could receive the go-ahead and launch in the first half of the year, so expect an announcement in this regard in April or June.
I’m being told that Samsung is also preparing new device announcements in June or July, so maybe the Galaxy Watch 4 could be one of the new models that could see daylight as part of this release.
The smartwatch push
Samsung itself has promised a long-term commitment to smartwatches, with the company recently explaining in a press release that investing in wearables is something that just makes sense.
“Wearables are among the fastest-advancing technology sectors, and the pace of progress is only accelerating. In recent months, we’ve seen immense growth in the market as people turn to smartwatches and earbuds to help them thrive in the ‘Next Normal’”, said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics.
“Since introducing our first smartwatch just seven years ago, we have become a leader in wearable innovation. Today, we’re laser-focused on building on this momentum to offer new and differentiated experiences – combined with the bold design and advanced technology that our customers have come to expect.”
More information on this new Samsung smartwatch is likely to emerge soon as we get closer to the expected launch date.