I had the chance to attend Samsung’s Galaxy Media Preview, where the company unveiled its newest Galaxy foldables and wearables. Seeing the devices firsthand, I noticed that the focus wasn’t simply on newer specs or bigger upgrades. Instead, Samsung highlighted how its ecosystem is designed to support the way people work, stay healthy, create, and unwind every day.
One thing I appreciate about Samsung’s latest innovations is that they don’t simply add more features. Instead, they ask a practical question: How do people actually live? Whether you’re working remotely, squeezing in a workout, commuting, or simply winding down at the end of the day, the new Galaxy devices are designed to fit naturally into those everyday moments.
As someone already in my thirties, I’ve become more intentional about living a healthier lifestyle. Running has slowly become part of my weekly routine alongside yoga, and lately, I’ve even found myself enjoying dance workouts at home. I’ve realized that wellness isn’t just about staying active. It’s also about understanding how your body responds, recovers, and changes over time.
Wellness That Goes Beyond Counting Steps
Samsung’s newest wearables, the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, are built around that idea. Powered by the new Snapdragon® Wear Elite platform, the watches deliver up to 32% faster CPU performance and 19% faster GPU performance, resulting in quicker app launches and smoother navigation. Samsung also highlighted improvements that make health tracking more accurate, faster, and smoother, allowing users to stay connected with their wellness throughout the day.
A Smarter Wellness Companion
Samsung’s new Vitals feature feels like a step in that direction.
Samsung also introduced several AI-powered health features that expand what a smartwatch can do beyond tracking workouts.
The new Heart Health Score offers an easy-to-understand snapshot of cardiovascular wellness along with personalized lifestyle recommendations. For someone like me who has family history with high risk in cardiovascular diseases, I like how easy I can track my heart’s primary vitals. Daily Cardio Load helps users understand how much training their bodies can comfortably handle and estimates recovery needs after exercise. Fitness Index provides a broader picture of overall physical fitness, while new hearing protection features alert users when they’re exposed to unsafe noise levels for extended periods.
Even sleep tracking has become more sophisticated, with Samsung enhancing its Sleep Apnea feature using FDA-cleared AI algorithms to help users better understand potential breathing disruptions while sleeping.
Built for Creators, Not Just Consumers
The newest Galaxy lineup was presented by Jun Guevarra, Head of Corporate Marketing of Samsung Philippines, Matt Alcanzaren, Head of Mobile Sellout Platforms & Ecosystem, and Sam Streeter, Product Marketing Manager for Flagship. Together, they showcased how Samsung’s devices work seamlessly as one connected ecosystem.
Samsung also unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, available in Violet Shadow, Cream, Graphite, and Green Shadow (Online Exclusive); the Galaxy Z Fold8, offered in Lavender, Cream, Graphite, and Pistachio (Online Exclusive); and the Galaxy Z Flip8, which comes in Pink, Cream, Graphite, and Mint.
As a content creator, I immediately saw how the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra complements the way I consume media throughout the day. I usually have YouTube playing while doing chores around the house, and I love reading articles or catching up on blog posts before going to sleep. The Fold8 Ultra’s 7.4-inch display makes both experiences feel more natural. The 4:3 landscape ratio creates an immersive space for watching videos and multitasking, while the 3:4 portrait layout feels like reading on a compact tablet. Even the 10:16 cover screen is thoughtfully designed for replying to messages, checking emails, or scrolling through social media without unfolding the device.
Samsung also showcased how the Fold8 Ultra is built with creators in mind. Its professional-grade camera systembrings flagship imaging into a foldable form, featuring a 200MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 10MP telephoto camera. Paired with Samsung’s ProVisual Engine, the device uses advanced AI processing to produce flagship-quality photos and videos while supporting flexible 8K shooting and editing, making it easier for creators to capture and refine content on the go.
Philippine Pricing and Pre-order Offers
For those planning to upgrade, Samsung has opened pre-orders in the Philippines until August 13, with general availability beginning on August 14.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra starts at ₱123,990 for the 256GB model, ₱137,990 for 512GB, and ₱165,990 for the 1TB variant.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 is priced at ₱109,990 (256GB), ₱123,990 (512GB), and ₱151,990 (1TB).
Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip8 starts at ₱77,990 for 256GB and ₱91,990 for the 512GB model.
Customers who pre-order can enjoy double the storage, trade-in savings of up to ₱14,000, three months of Samsung Care+ through Samsung.com, and a six-month Google AI Pro trial with 5TB of cloud storage. Samsung is also offering up to 15% savings with 0% installment plans through participating banks, along with flexible financing options via Samsung Finance+ and Home Credit.
Technology has become part of our daily routines, so I appreciate devices that quietly support the way we already live. Whether it’s reminding me to stay hydrated after a run, helping me keep track of my health, capturing better content, or making it easier to enjoy media wherever I am, Samsung’s newest Galaxy lineup feels built for life on the go. And for someone like me, that’s exactly the kind of innovation that matters.
