If you pay with your watch, you should update your Galaxy Watch 7 or 8 to its latest version — its out now
With the July security update now live, Galaxy Watch fans should be looking ahead.
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic for illustrative purposes. | Image by PhoneArena
While Samsung is preparing to unveil its next-gen wearables, it hasn't forgotten its existing models. In fact, the company has already started rolling out its July security patch for Galaxy Watch models.
July security update now live
Samsung rolls out its latest security update on wearables. | Image by PUFFY_AmiYumi
On July 5, Samsung began rolling out its July security update for the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch 6. For the latest generation, the patch ends with AZF4, while Galaxy Watch 7 owners can update to the firmware version ending with BZF4. Galaxy Watch 6 users should look for a firmware update that ends with CZF5,
Keep in mind that while the update is around 170MB, the size could vary for different markets.
So far, the update appears to be live in the US, Canada, South Korea, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany, and other regions. The next quarterly update is expected to land sometime in October 2026, assuming Samsung follows its typical release schedule.
Keep in mind that while the update is around 170MB, the size could vary for different markets.
So far, the update appears to be live in the US, Canada, South Korea, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany, and other regions. The next quarterly update is expected to land sometime in October 2026, assuming Samsung follows its typical release schedule.
Would you install a One UI 9 Watch beta if Samsung released one?
One UI 9 on Galaxy Watch?
Breaking news!
— Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) July 7, 2026
Galaxy Watch8: The first One UI 9 watch build has been spotted on the test server.
Build Version: L320XXU2BZG2/L320OXM2BZG2
Repost pic.twitter.com/QbW1UDWbYI
But with One UI 9 expected to be released alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8, users may be wondering when they'll get the new software. Hopefully, it won't take much longer.
According to renowned Samsung-related leaker Tarun Vats, a One UI 9 Watch test build has been spotted on internal servers. The firmware ends with BGZ2, and it was seen on a Galaxy Watch 8.
At this stage, it's unclear when (and even if) Samsung will release a beta update for Galaxy Watches before rolling out a stable version. Historically, the company has offered public beta programs for Galaxy Watches in select regions ahead of the official release.
Looking ahead
Recently, the company announced it will discontinue the vascular load feature in some markets later this month, which could coincide with the rollout of the new software. Samsung is also expected to introduce a new Heart Health Score feature with the Galaxy Watch 9 series. However, it remains unclear whether it will be available on older Galaxy Watch models.
I can't wait for the Galaxy Watch 9, though
The Galaxy Watch 8 looks pretty good, and I wonder how the new generation will build on that. | Image by Credit without punctuation goes here
To me, the biggest takeaway here isn't the July security patch; it's what comes next. I'm particularly curious to see whether Samsung's teased new features will remain exclusive to the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, or eventually make their way to older Galaxy Watch models.
Either way, the appearance of an internal One UI 9 Watch build suggests we may not have to wait much longer to find out.
Either way, the appearance of an internal One UI 9 Watch build suggests we may not have to wait much longer to find out.
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