Galaxy Unpacked2020 Preview: What to Expect from the big Galaxy Note20 Event

Galaxy Unpacked2020 Preview: What to Expect from the big Galaxy Note20 Event

After months of rumors and anticipation, it's finally time to see Samsung's new smartphones, wearables, and tablets in person at Galaxy Unpacked 2020, which kicks off on August 5 at 10:00 AM ET/7:00 AM PT, Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Buds Live, and Galaxy Tab S7, as well as the highly anticipated Galaxy Note 20.

Given that it is the first major Samsung event to be held during the global pandemic, Unpacked 2020 is expected to look very different from the company's previous summer smartphone launches. It may take the form of a cleverly produced pre-recorded show, like Apple's WWDC 2020 in June, or it may be a more innovative and ambitious event, like OnePlus Nord and its augmented reality-inspired debut earlier this month.

Samsung has already given a hint of what to expect with the Unpacked teaser video, which promises a look at Samsung Digital City, where the electronics giant develops and tests its products. There are also silhouettes of all the products Samsung is expected to unveil on August 5. Samsung executives promise five new products.

Whatever Samsung has in store, we are just a few days away from a full reveal of the Galaxy Note 20 and the other gadgets Samsung is most anticipating. Here's everything to look out for in the Samsung Galaxy Unpack 2020.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked August 2020 will be live streamed on Wednesday, August 5 at 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT and broadcast on Samsung Newsroom and Samsung's website. The event is also expected to be streamed from Samsung's YouTube channel, which will be embedded here as soon as the live stream is available.

The star of Unpacked 2020 will undoubtedly be Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 series; the Note 20's key rumored features include a speedy and dynamic 120Hz display, a powerful Snapdragon 855 Plus processor, faster response time, and an improved S Pen with convenient new wireless control tricks.

The Galaxy Note 20's camera seems to take some cues from this year's Galaxy Note 20, including a 12MP main camera, 64MP telephoto lens, and 12MP ultra-wide camera with time-of-flight sensor. However, the larger Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, with the same 108MP main camera, larger battery, and huge 6.87-inch quad HD display seen on the Galaxy S20 Ultra, could be the real centerpiece of the entire event.

Last year's Samsung Galaxy Fold received mixed reviews, but it was an important step in helping to launch the still-developing foldable phone market. Following this year's well-received Galaxy Z Flip clamshell, Samsung hopes to correct the first model's biggest shortcomings with the confusingly named Galaxy Z Fold 2 device.

Leaked images of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 hint at some major changes, including a punch-hole camera that will allow for a truly seamless front display without the awkward notch of the original. The front display will be significantly larger, from 4.6" to 6.23", and will feature a more elegant hinge. Will Samsung finally get a plus-sized foldable phone this time? We should find out in the next few days.

Leaks have left little to the imagination regarding the Galaxy Watch 3, which is becoming a worthy successor to the 2018 original and could be Samsung's strongest Apple Watch competitor to date. The Galaxy Watch 3 is said to bring back the physical rotating bezel that was absent from the Galaxy Watch Active series and will feature ECG and blood pressure monitoring to compete with the upcoming Apple Watch 6.

Samsung's new wearable is expected to sport a sleek stainless steel design, which looks gorgeous in both black and copper in the leaked images we've seen so far. Available in 41mm and 45mm sizes, and likely to come in LTE and Bluetooth variants, the Galaxy Watch 3 is said to start at $400 and could cost as much as $600.

After releasing the well-received Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus earlier this year, Samsung is already preparing a follow-up product. The bean-shaped Galaxy Buds Live could be Samsung's most impressive earphones yet. Rumors suggest that they will feature active noise cancellation at a price point well below competitors like the Apple AirPods Pro and Sony WF-1000xM3.

Leaked images set Buds Live apart from Apple's Buds with a sleek black, white, and copper color scheme (possibly matching the Note 20 series), and the earphones will support unique wingtips to stay in the ear despite their seemingly small bean-like design It also suggests that If Buds Live can truly deliver ANC for the rumored $200 or less, we may have a new serious contender for the best wireless earbud crown

. Just as Samsung takes aim at AirPods with the Galaxy Buds Live, it could pose a similar threat to the iPad Pro with the upcoming Galaxy Tab S7 series tablets. the Galaxy Tab S7 is Samsung's flagship tablet with a larger display, 5G support, and improved webcam placement, and is expected to be a better laptop alternative that can get the job done wherever it goes.

Other rumored Galaxy Tab S7 specs include a Snapdragon 865 Plus processor and a larger battery, including the Galaxy Tab S7 Plus' tremendous 10,090 mAh capacity. Add to this the possibility of an in-display fingerprint sensor, and the Tab S7 series could be the tablet series that makes iPad Pro loyalists finally consider switching.

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