Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leaks almost in full ahead of official July 22 reveal: marketing renders reveal 5,000‑nit circular OLED, thinner titanium case, IP69K and other notable upgrades
A near-complete leak of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 marketing materials has surfaced ahead of the product’s official unveiling on July 22. The renders reveal a number of hardware upgrades, including a circular OLED display with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits, a slimmer titanium “squircle” case, IP69K certification, and other refinements aimed at outdoor and sports users.
A display engineered for readability in direct sunlight
The leak indicates the Ultra 2 will use a circular OLED panel with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits, up from 3,000 nits on the first-generation model. This significant increase is clearly targeted at improving legibility outdoors and under strong sunlight — a key selling point for watches designed for sport and adventure use.
Redesigned case, improved water resistance and comfort
The leaked images show a titanium “squircle” chassis paired with a silicone strap included in the box. Samsung appears to have slimmed the case by roughly 12% compared with the previous generation, which should make the watch more comfortable for all‑day wear versus the comparatively chunky original. Durability is also enhanced: the Ultra 2 is shown with IP69K certification, a step up from the IP68 rating of the earlier model, indicating increased resistance to high‑pressure water jets and dust ingress.
Controls and sports tracking
The right side of the case shows three physical buttons, with a programmable quick‑action button in the center according to the leaked visuals. Screenshots in the marketing assets include activity and cycling tracking views, suggesting Samsung is emphasizing advanced sport metrics and on‑device activity UX for cyclists and other athletes.
Samsung is expected to present the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 officially on July 22; these leaked renders give a strong preview of the company’s focus on outdoor visibility, ruggedness and sport‑oriented features.
