Samsung is anticipated to unveil its Galaxy Watch 9 series in July, possibly introducing a new Classic style despite previous trends suggesting otherwise. The lineup has fluctuated with each generation, having featured the rotating bezel in some models while omitting it in others. Recent discoveries in a Wear OS update revealed codenames such as “fresh9”, “wise9”, and “projectv2”, which align with prior codenames linked to the Galaxy Watch 8 series.
Among the notable features for the upcoming watch is the potential incorporation of the raise-to-talk functionality, originally seen in the Pixel Watch 4. This feature is suggested to be supported for third-party Wear OS devices, indicating a collaborative effort between Samsung and Google in enhancing the smartwatch experience. The background code hints at this advancement, highlighting the ongoing integration of technologies between the two companies.