Pick up Samsung’s latest foray into the wearable world while maximizing value thanks to these pre-order offers.
Samsung Unpacked was not the most surprising tech reveal ever, as it was well-known ahead of time that we’d be seeing the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip 4, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro. Anticipation has been building for months now, so we’re plenty excited to see these devices finally up for grabs.
Here’s where you can pre-order the Galaxy Watch 5 and its Pro edition in Australia, ahead of their release on 2 September. For information on pre-ordering the new Samsung Z series phones, check out our complete guide here. For a comprehensive rundown of everything we saw unveiled at Samsung Unpacked, click here.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
It’s evolution rather than revolution when it comes to the Galaxy Watch 5. You’ll get to choose between 40mm and 44mm sizes and Bluetooth and LTE connection types. The polarizing rotating bezel is out, replaced by a virtual equivalent.
As you would expect for a new generation, the Galaxy Watch 5 comes with additional health-tracking features. The 3-in-1 “BioActive” sensor which measures optical heart rate, electrical heart signal and bioelectrical impedance has been made larger and Samsung claims it will be more accurate than ever.
Sleep tracking is more advanced and will measure your rest journey over time. Another prominent feature is Glow Fertility, which provides advanced data regarding menstrual cycles including fertility windows and ovulation days. Battery has also been boosted and if you make your pre-order with Samsung you’ll get a free fast wireless charger.
In the 40mm size, the Galaxy Watch 5 carries an RRP of $499 for the Bluetooth edition and $599 for the LTE edition. In the 44mm size, you’ll be paying $549 for Bluetooth connectivity and $649 for LTE functionality.
Interested in the entire suite of new Galaxy devices? Take advantage of Amazon’s ecosystem bundle deals on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4, including the Galaxy Watch 5.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
What sets the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro apart? Firstly, it comes with a larger 45mm display and a larger 590mAh battery, which Samsung claims will afford a whopping 80 hours of “general use”.
Durability is also a major component of the watch, which features a sapphire crystal display and titanium casing to ensure it can survive the most rugged conditions. So if you’ve been dreaming of a smartwatch that can accompany you into the deepest valley or on top of the highest mountain, you’ve just found it.
In keeping with this focus on outdoor functionality, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro features GPX tracking, allowing users to share geographic information, reliably track routes and retrace their steps with a Track Back feature.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro also distinguishes itself in another major area: price. It’ll set you back $799 for the Bluetooth version and $849 for the LTE edition.
It’s an eye-watering figure and if you’re on a tighter budget it’s definitely worth waiting for the reviews to come in before blowing that much on a wearable. But if you’re a diehard Samsung fanatic and you’re sure you’ll fall in love with this resistant wristwatch, grab it from Samsung or Amazon now.
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