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My First 48 Hours With Galaxy Watch Ultra

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7 have a lot more in common than you might think. Here are some quick first impressions after I wore them for 48 hours. The Galaxy Watch Ultra Looks Like an Apple Watch Ultra Clone 0:00 Intro 0:24 Fit and design 2:05 Quick button 2:50 Sleep and health…

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7 have a lot more in common than you might think. Here are some quick first impressions after I wore them for 48 hours.

The Galaxy Watch Ultra Looks Like an Apple Watch Ultra Clone

0:00 Intro
0:24 Fit and design
2:05 Quick button
2:50 Sleep and health tracking
3:42 Fitness and cycling features
4:08 Battery and charging

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77 Comments

  1. @urbanstrencan

    July 13, 2024 at 1:27 pm

    Can’t wait to get mine Watch 7

  2. @ometofu

    July 13, 2024 at 1:34 pm

    Thumbs down and no need to watch

  3. @sub_playz_yt4626

    July 13, 2024 at 1:35 pm

    Apple Watch Ultra

  4. @foetor

    July 13, 2024 at 2:01 pm

    10atm and no saltwater and diving. This aliexpress watch is just a joke

  5. @jamesm568

    July 13, 2024 at 2:03 pm

    The ultra is too sporty for me as I am not interested in those health features as that would be the first thing I would disable, but not worth it at $600 since that model is aimed at the health nuts. I am curious to see if you can squeeze 5 days of battery out of it if it’s properly optimized like with the watch5 pro is able to do. I don’t see any point in the watch7 as I already have a watch6 classic and watch5 pro. The ultra is less than $300 if you know how to do the trade-ins, coupons, and other various promotions floating out there.

  6. @WarHeadNuke

    July 13, 2024 at 2:13 pm

    Can you use the night mode on the watch 7? The red watch face?

  7. @user-yz9zi7ji7n

    July 13, 2024 at 2:16 pm

    Oooooo shit….I regret I purchased the ultra…no rotating bezel, no reverse wireless charging. And I don’t like the design of the watch 7. Looks too girly 👧 to me….

  8. @nocturnus009

    July 13, 2024 at 2:29 pm

    It is fascinating: the level of commitment we and Samsung are making in this potential fitness relationship when they are not willing to offer [commit] to a fitness program. If only the commitment was equal to that they have with Bixby.

  9. @HabitualFixation

    July 13, 2024 at 2:31 pm

    Design is wasted space with the screen to watch ratio. Good for battery size and trying to go more ‘Apple-ish Ultra’ but looks too Frankenstein

  10. @mstk8845

    July 13, 2024 at 2:41 pm

    Someone needs to make on of those phone rings on the back to wireless charge the watch.

  11. @Mossskaterhans

    July 13, 2024 at 3:07 pm

    Round watch with chunky square bezel is where I left the building. What a waste of space.

  12. @Darrian4719

    July 13, 2024 at 3:14 pm

    I have the 5 pro wondering if i should upgrade

    • @rafaeldherrera

      July 13, 2024 at 4:11 pm

      I was in the same boat. I took the leap 2 nights ago and did the pre-order. Battery life is the biggest motivator for me, and this is supposed to be as good, if not better than 5 pro (on paper).

      Also a tip—there is an option to chat with a Samsung rep…they can build a cart for you per what you request. Not only did I get the 350 dollar credit for trading the 5 Pro in, but also got the education discount along with the rep slapping another 50 dollar discount on my pre-order!

      For 240 bucks all-in, it was totally worth it!!

    • @rafaeldherrera

      July 13, 2024 at 4:12 pm

      Oh, and somehow they put a second band onto my order for free…lol. Let the rep know you aren’t sure if you really want to buy it, and after a couple back and forths, they hook it up

  13. @idontwantacallsign

    July 13, 2024 at 3:16 pm

    Have used it around 12 hours now and first impression compared to Galaxy Watch 4 is that the watch ultra is amazing. So fast and responsive and the HR sensor reacts immediately (No training) not with a delay like like on the watch 4. Have not tried GPS tracking yet. A real joy to use. I am not missi g the rotating bezel because the edge around the screen helps to cotrol the movement of the finger.

  14. @wintersoldier6477

    July 13, 2024 at 3:40 pm

    Hello I don’t need your opinion or your review I’ll buy the watch and determinate myself but thanks for the video

  15. @RobTeeJr

    July 13, 2024 at 4:24 pm

    Does this watch work with Samsung’s 15W chargers? I own two Samsung 15W Duo chargers and while I like the Ultra I would hate to spend more money on chargers. I’m already disappointed that my various Classic 6 watch bands will not work with this watch.

  16. @socratisg

    July 13, 2024 at 4:54 pm

    Do you know how long the battery lasts without the always on display? Could it be a week like Huawei’s watches?

  17. @thediplomat1124

    July 13, 2024 at 5:24 pm

    I wasn’t clear why the rotating bezel was removed, but another commenter on another video made a great point. Why would you want a rotating piece when it’s meant to be more rugged? You dont want particles to get stuck under there, etc.

  18. @HarryMyhre

    July 13, 2024 at 5:57 pm

    I ordered one. It didn’t look too big on your wrist. Best looking watch of 2024.

  19. @CRAZY6256

    July 13, 2024 at 7:10 pm

    So if I use it as a standard watch and track steps and heart ( manually) how long will it last?

  20. @goltyx

    July 13, 2024 at 7:25 pm

    You won’t get an accurate cycling FTP after a 4 minute interval! But atleast it’s a feature.

  21. @DimasFajar-ns4vb

    July 13, 2024 at 8:24 pm

    wow and zamzam water

  22. @terryhenry62

    July 13, 2024 at 8:35 pm

    Take the band off It will lay down properly&charge

  23. @Anonymous-mu5bl

    July 13, 2024 at 8:41 pm

    Copy paste Apple Watch Ultra even the double pinch

  24. @Momosblackdog

    July 13, 2024 at 8:54 pm

    It will last you 7 years, like my galaxy watch 3 frontier, then Samsung will retire all support. Thanks, Samsung, you money grubbing shisters! Worth the money? I think not. And it’s FUGLY.

  25. @IrrelevantFart

    July 13, 2024 at 8:58 pm

    Watch is fire

  26. @StrangeLoLSamkovic

    July 14, 2024 at 3:31 am

    Is it possible to finally pair a bluetooth heart rate sensor? I think that is one of the most important things missing for years from a sports stand point.

  27. @haroldmagampa5186

    July 14, 2024 at 3:49 am

    Samsung watch design language its getting really bad.

  28. @Max_Maximalo

    July 14, 2024 at 4:23 am

    Ultra uglY. Such an unglY Watch. Creepy

  29. @halcastic

    July 14, 2024 at 4:36 am

    samsung today: copying like apple

  30. @Anolcera

    July 14, 2024 at 6:50 am

    wow they dropped actually good product but ruined version of it. was waiting to buy it for months but oh well, should wait that pixel watch or another android watch and throw away my s22+ as well. what are people in Samsung thinking?

  31. @blodybond

    July 14, 2024 at 7:32 am

    FUnny how a company keeps trolling apple for its devices n then copies its stuff😂

    • @selvinc5625

      July 14, 2024 at 1:51 pm

      Not so buddy

    • @jando2109

      July 14, 2024 at 8:41 pm

      Is this coming from an iPhone user watching Galaxy Hardware devices wishing to break the lock apple has over you 😂😂

  32. @jeremyleh28

    July 14, 2024 at 7:59 am

    The colors are copied from apple, the design and even the name. Im a samsung guy but they are at their best when they come up with original designs like the normal galaxy watch and watch classic.

  33. @moha-comment

    July 14, 2024 at 8:40 am

    What do you think about the 7 Ultimate vs Huawei Ultimate regarding the algorithms and accuracy sensors, heart rate, sport and GPS live tracking ( without taking into consideration the design battery life or mobile compatibility between iPhone or Android systems )?

  34. @macjim

    July 14, 2024 at 8:52 am

    Wonder how long it’ll be until Apple takes them to court over the tap fingers feature… 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  35. @Oilcruzer

    July 14, 2024 at 9:57 am

    You have it on your right wrist in the cover picture. Does the display rotate 180 if you want the button by your hand so you can use your left index finger?

  36. @KeithBPerry

    July 14, 2024 at 11:19 am

    Squircle and 48 hour battery life 😂 – no

  37. @gerardgoh797

    July 14, 2024 at 11:30 am

    Looks like a SevenFriday watch

  38. @bradcruise6291

    July 14, 2024 at 11:56 am

    well, it’s not really a watch made for women so………………… Just stating the obvious

  39. @XdB1Gz7StR4C7

    July 14, 2024 at 1:11 pm

    Dear Lexy, thank you for not once saying Apple Watch Ultra in this video. It’s a great review.

  40. @bee_marshall

    July 14, 2024 at 1:26 pm

    So many people caught up on the lack of a rotating bezel. I’d like to see a rotating crown!

  41. @mistamaog

    July 14, 2024 at 2:10 pm

    I made the right choice in buying the 6 classic when it was on sale

  42. @markpenna5711

    July 14, 2024 at 2:20 pm

    That galaxy watch 7 looks beautiful ultra nice but not my choice

  43. @markpenna5711

    July 14, 2024 at 2:20 pm

    I have the ultra apple watch

  44. @DW55n

    July 14, 2024 at 3:31 pm

    Rotating bezel only for Classic should Everyone understand

  45. @jiahaolim1605

    July 14, 2024 at 4:29 pm

    I love the design of galaxy watch ultra. I already pre order the galaxy watch ultra i can’t wait

  46. @BornUhuru

    July 14, 2024 at 5:23 pm

    I want to know how that sleep apnea feature works.

  47. @rh8528

    July 14, 2024 at 5:52 pm

    Are sendors better and gps more accurate

  48. @Steven-ex3ne

    July 14, 2024 at 6:09 pm

    @4:80 this is incorrect, it has the same 590mAh battery as the Watch 5 Pro.

  49. @FC-ik7hm

    July 14, 2024 at 6:23 pm

    it is very disappointing that Samsung promote the new watch with the orange band, and the orange band is no longer available due to high demand and they could not predict or have enough orange bands….

  50. @ibby81ae

    July 14, 2024 at 7:43 pm

    The silver and black looks great.

  51. @lm76kl

    July 15, 2024 at 12:03 am

    does it have blood pressure monitor in the US?

  52. @chunchin1317

    July 15, 2024 at 12:06 am

    I liked the style of ultra

  53. @andresate6314

    July 15, 2024 at 12:51 am

    I like it. I Pre order the white one. But I have never use my phone to charge other things, so for me is not a big deal 😅

  54. @DEXTERGAMERMAN

    July 15, 2024 at 1:02 am

    ugly watch ultra

  55. @pieman192

    July 15, 2024 at 2:00 am

    Looks like a toy compared to my Apple Watch Ultra 😂

  56. @KID_CHAMELEON

    July 15, 2024 at 2:29 am

    I’m always excited for new tech and a bigger battery, but between them removing the rotating bezel, the reverse wireless charging, and the ugly circle/square design this year, this is a hard pass for me. I’ll keep me Watch 6 Classic another year.

  57. @vrenews

    July 15, 2024 at 4:08 am

    Pls correct: The battery of the Ultra is NOT the biggest up to date, but actually the same as Samsung watch 5 pro.

  58. @alchkosac

    July 15, 2024 at 4:50 am

    LTE + GPS nonstop how long battery?
    oh nwm.. reverse charging not work anymore? no way now i dont have problem go to garmin.

  59. @orangedan5424

    July 15, 2024 at 5:27 am

    The ultra look soooo ugly …😪

  60. @perriconemdbeauty43

    July 15, 2024 at 7:28 am

    I bought the watch 7 44mm version in green. Would love to know if the sensors are more accurate. On the previous generation the sensors are very inaccurate. Especially when you do higher intensity workouts. Sometimes my Galaxy watches stop tracking my heart rate at all during a workout.

  61. @hyperactive99999

    July 15, 2024 at 7:31 am

    its horrible looking thats why im going to buy it 🤣

  62. @klompjes002

    July 15, 2024 at 9:56 am

    is there dutch language

  63. @klompjes002

    July 15, 2024 at 10:02 am

    upload it whit a cable on the s24 works that?

  64. @Andrew-xy7db

    July 15, 2024 at 10:49 am

    100 % watch for men

  65. @sarid246

    July 15, 2024 at 11:24 am

    Apple clone but very ugly clone of Samsung

  66. @user-hm1yr4xd5e

    July 15, 2024 at 11:43 am

    I have a small wrist too and dont have a store nearby to try it. I know you mentioned the wrist size? I have the sane size, do you think it looks too big? It seems to look fine on you. Do you know when the White will be back in stock

  67. @jjsd250

    July 15, 2024 at 1:10 pm

    Why is it so big they say it’s to accommodate a larger battery but my watch 5 had the same size battery in it and it wasn’t humongous like this one and it has power share wireless charging so I can charge it from my Galaxy Note.

  68. @I_am_mario009

    July 15, 2024 at 2:29 pm

    They took away the rotating bezel only for ppl to complain, then they brought it back then took it away again

  69. @01devilsmilitia

    July 15, 2024 at 3:18 pm

    “squircle” LOL

  70. @Tha-King-Arthur

    July 15, 2024 at 3:49 pm

    I don’t really see any major changes between the Classic 6 and the Ultra 7 in terms of software. So I went for the Garmin Epix pro 2…

  71. @AnimeWill

    July 15, 2024 at 4:19 pm

    Why is no one reviewing the Galaxy Watch 7….the watch most people are buying.

  72. @RH-nc8uu

    July 15, 2024 at 6:56 pm

    I am not seeing clip on screen cover options yet or case options
    I realize a circular glass or plastic stick on will still work.
    To me a protective cover partially for screen is necessary as the hardest glass (sapphire crystals) I easily scratch in less than a month of use.

  73. @atakan5909

    July 15, 2024 at 7:13 pm

    1:16 “Especially doing something… Like sleep tracking” 😀

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