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Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked 2026: New foldables, smartwatches, more

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Why This Matters

Samsung's Unpacked 2026 showcased significant advancements in foldable technology, smartwatches, and smart glasses, positioning the company at the forefront of innovative consumer electronics. These updates not only enhance device durability and usability but also signal a competitive push against upcoming rival products, including Apple's rumored foldable iPhone. For consumers and the industry, this means more durable, feature-rich devices with improved form factors and new wearable options.

Key Takeaways

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Samsung unveiled its latest devices at Unpacked 2026 in London.

It launched three smartphones, two smartwatches, and more.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is lighter, with a bigger battery and less crease.

Samsung's 2026 Unpacked event just went live in London, and ZDNET is on the ground going hands-on with all the new tech. This year, Samsung is uniquely positioned to improve its foldable phone technology to rival the rumored foldable iPhone launching this fall, and after seven years, it appears Samsung has created its best foldables yet.

Also: 4 surprise products we could see at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked (including the Galaxy Glasses)

Beyond the new phones, Samsung also announced two smartwatches -- the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 -- and teased some new smart glasses. Here's everything Samsung announced at Unpacked 2026.

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