The name of a new pair of earbuds that SAMSUNG appears to be developing has surfaced inside its official Galaxy Wearable app. The product is called “Galaxy Able,” and it is reported to be an open-ear, clip-on model that leaves the ear canal open, a departure from the sealed “Galaxy Buds” lineup the company has offered so far. A reveal at the Unpacked event scheduled for July 22 is widely expected, drawing attention as Samsung’s first open-ear wireless earbuds.

“Galaxy Able” Surfaces in App Code

The existence of the new earbuds came to light through data inside the Galaxy Wearable app. Because the app code contained the string “Galaxy Able,” the product’s retail name is believed to be all but finalized.

The device had earlier been assumed to launch as “Galaxy Buds Able,” following the existing Galaxy Buds line. In the newly discovered references, however, “Buds” has been removed, leaving simply “Galaxy Able.” Stepping away from the brand name long used for the company’s wireless earbuds suggests Samsung may be positioning this product as a category distinct from its conventional earbuds.

A New Open-Ear Clip-On Form Factor

The defining trait of the Galaxy Able is how it is worn. Unlike typical earbuds that sit inside the ear canal and seal it off, it is said to adopt a clip-on style that pinches onto the outer ear. The design delivers sound while leaving the ear canal open, so the wearer can still hear ambient sound naturally, which is one of its expected advantages.

This “open-ear” approach suits people who value a light fit and reduced fatigue during long listening sessions. It follows the same direction as the canal-free designs other companies have already released, and Samsung is now joining that trend in earnest. For a company whose earbuds have centered on sealed designs, it is a move that broadens the very way its earbuds are worn.

A Model Number That Signals a New Category

There are also clues backing the product’s real-world existence. The reported model number is “SM-U600,” which breaks from the “SM-R” naming that the Galaxy Buds series has used since 2019. The change in the model prefix itself is read as a sign that Samsung is treating this product as a new line internally.

In addition, a battery said to be related to the product reportedly appeared in the registration database of an Indian certification body. Because such regulatory procedures are not usually carried out for prototype-stage plans, this is seen as evidence that preparations toward launch are genuinely underway.

Alongside the Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 on July 22

The same Galaxy Wearable app where the Galaxy Able name was found also added new smartwatch models, the “Galaxy Watch 9” and “Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.” Both are products expected to be formally announced at Unpacked later this month.

Unpacked is reported to be held on July 22 in London rather than in the United States or Korea. It is expected to be a large-scale showcase lining up new foldable smartphones and premium smartwatches, and the Galaxy Able looks likely to make its debut on that stage as well. Refreshing earbuds, smartwatches, and foldables in one go, Samsung’s stance on wearable devices is coming into view.

Summary

The “Galaxy Able,” believed to be Samsung’s first clip-on earbuds, is at the stage where its name has been identified from the official app’s code. It adopts an open-ear design that leaves the ear canal open, and as a new category distinct from the conventional Galaxy Buds, it has been assigned the fresh “SM-U600” model number. A debut at the July 22 Unpacked in London is seen as likely, and the full picture of Samsung’s new wearable lineup, alongside the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2, looks set to become clear at that event.