Samsung’s upcoming watch 5 series is expected to launch next month at the company’s unpacked event. Ahead of the imminent launch, the Galaxy Watch 5, and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro have been spotted on Thailand’s NBTC website. The listing did not reveal any specifications for the wearables. However, thanks to leaks and rumours, we already know most of the details about the upcoming smartwatches.
As initially spotted by tipster Mukul Sharma, the Galaxy Watch 5 certified by NBTC have a model code SM-R915F, whereas the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has SM-R925F. As usual, the certification authority doesn’t reveal any specifications for either of these smartwatches.
Previous reports have suggested that both models of the smartwatch will feature two physical buttons. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is expected to have a more formal look and will be priced higher than the vanilla Watch 5.
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Watch 5 series on August 10 alongside the much-awaited foldable Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4. The smartwatches are likely to be available in Phantom Black, Silver, Pink Gold, and Sapphire colour options. The pricing details of the Watch 5 series have also been revealed, The series is rumoured to have a price tag of $300 for the non-LTE 40 mm Watch 5. The LTE Watch 5 Pro is said to be available for $540.
Moreover, it is reported that Samsung has ditched the fan-favourite rotating bezel and the “Classic” model this year. The company is said to have replaced the physical bezel with a digital one. Furthermore the upcoming Galaxy watches use premium materials like sapphire glass and titanium.
There are also rumours that the Watch 5 series may feature a temperature sensor and a higher-capacity battery. The South-Korean tech giant is yet to confirm any details about the upcoming watch series. We hope to see an official announcement in a few weeks.
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