How to preorder new Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Ultra 2: See preorder offers

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Over two years ago, Samsung announced the first Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, and at this year's Galaxy Unpacked, we're getting the second generation. Plus, the standard Galaxy Watch is getting an upgrade, too.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 are here, and as of July 22, available for preorder.

The new watches are dedicated to a new era of health tracking. Round-the-clock trackers like Oura Ring and Whoop are all the rage, and Samsung's Galaxy Watches are the brand's entry into the market (although, Samsung also has its own smart ring). To support 24/7 wear, these watches feature their largest batteries yet, in addition to the Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform.

Here's everything to know and where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Watches.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2: Price and availability

Two new watches are coming to the Samsung Galaxy lineup, and only one is getting a price increase from the previous generation. Here's a breakdown of the prices on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 (40mm and 44mm) — starts at $379.99 for Bluetooth and $429.99 for LTE models

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 (47mm) — starts at $699.99

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 currently costs $379.99, meaning its successor isn't getting a price increase. The Ultra 2, on the other hand, is $50 more than its predecessor.

Both watches are available for preorder as of July 22 and will be available on Aug. 7. Both are available for preorder at Samsung, among other retailers.

About the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is both a smartwatch and a fitness tracker. With a new 390mAh battery, it's designed for round-the-clock wear, so it can track both your activity and sleep. It comes with a lightweight but durable aluminum casing with Samsung's signature cushion silhouette. Both new watches come with the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, boosting the speed and efficiency of the watch. It comes with an FDA-backed Sleep Apnea feature to detect breathing disruptions as well as a Heart Health Score to assess cardiovascular wellness.

The watch starts at $379.99 and comes with a 40mm or 44mm case. The 40mm case comes in either cream or graphite, while the 44mm case comes in graphite or silver.

About the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

For a more powerful watch, designed for those seeking extreme outdoor adventures, there's the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, which is getting its first update in two years. The Ultra 2 comes packed with features made for endurance athletes, like Trail Run, which tracks detailed elevation and terrain impact. Plus, it has Nutrition Alerts, which build off the existing Sweat Loss feature, which sends reminders to hydrate based on your sweat loss.

It now comes with an 800 mAh battery, a 35 percent increase in capacity. Plus, it has a brightness of 5,000 nits, for superior brightness even in sunlight.