Key Points:
- Samsung’s website slip-up confirms the name “Galaxy Watch FE” for their new budget smartwatch.
- The Galaxy Watch FE is expected to be significantly cheaper, potentially $100 less than the Galaxy Watch 6.
- The launch is imminent, with recent leaks showing it will run the latest version of Samsung’s Wear OS skin.
Samsung has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming budget-friendly smartwatch as the “Galaxy Watch FE” through an inadvertent slip on its website. This confirmation follows a series of leaks and rumors that have been circulating since February.
Initially, the smartwatch was rumored to be a refreshed version of the 2021 model, potentially named “Galaxy Watch 4 (2024).” However, subsequent leaks clarified that the new model would indeed be branded as the Galaxy Watch FE. This naming strategy hints at Samsung’s intention to establish a more straightforward lineup, akin to Apple’s.
Recent information reveals that the Galaxy Watch FE will be more affordable, potentially costing up to $100 less than the Galaxy Watch 6. This positions the Galaxy Watch FE as a strong contender in the budget smartwatch market, providing a cost-effective alternative without sacrificing key features.
The accidental listing on Samsung’s website, discovered by Roland Quandt of WinFuture, specifies a 40mm, Bluetooth variant in black, with additional blue and rose models hinted at in previous leaks. While the listing lacks images and detailed content, the metadata and URL confirm the “Galaxy Watch FE” name.
Adding to the anticipation, another leak indicates that the Galaxy Watch FE will operate on the latest version of Samsung’s Wear OS skin. This positions it favorably just before the anticipated release of Samsung’s next-generation wearables, the Watch 7 series, which are expected to feature One UI 6 Watch based on Wear OS 5.
