Samsung is about to prove it’s still one of the most exciting Android brands around - Android Authority

What the report says

Android Authority reports that Samsung’s next Unpacked event, scheduled for July 22 in London, could be more notable than recent smartphone launches because it is expected to feature more than routine annual upgrades. In a preview by Tushar Mehta, the outlet argues that Samsung may use the event to show it remains a leading Android hardware brand, with attention focused on new foldables, watches and software rather than only AI messaging.

The report says the most closely watched device could be a new, wider Galaxy Z Fold 8, described as a “passport-shaped” foldable with a rumored 5.5-inch outer display and 7.6-inch inner screen. Android Authority says the form factor could make the cover display more practical and improve how video, games and reading appear on the inner screen, while leaked details point to a thin and relatively light design. The article also references an expected Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

Another expected change is the return of Qualcomm Snapdragon silicon for at least some Galaxy Z Flip 8 models, particularly in the US, after last year’s Flip used Samsung’s Exynos chip. Android Authority frames this as important for buyers who prioritize sustained performance, heat management and long-term confidence, while noting that market-specific chip choices may still vary.

For wearables, the preview says Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 are expected to move from Exynos to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite platform. The outlet highlights the chip’s dedicated AI hardware and Samsung’s teasers about improved health insights. These details remain expectations ahead of launch, but they matter because Samsung’s foldables and watches are key tests of whether major phone events can still deliver meaningful hardware changes.