The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, launched globally on July 9, 2025, is Samsung’s most advanced smartwatch yet, offering a perfect balance of design, performance, and health features. Available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, the watch introduces a modern cushion-style body with a sapphire crystal 3,000-nit Super AMOLED display, making it ultra-bright and scratch-resistant. With color options like Graphite and Silver, it’s designed to complement both casual and professional looks. Starting at $360 for Bluetooth models and $499 for the Classic version (with a stainless steel rotating bezel), the Galaxy Watch 8 is available worldwide via Samsung.com and major retailers.
Powered by Samsung’s 3nm Exynos W1000 chip, the Watch 8 runs Wear OS 6 with One UI 8 Watch, ensuring smooth navigation, faster app launches, and better power efficiency. The integration of Google Gemini AI allows hands-free controls and smarter suggestions, making the smartwatch more interactive than ever. For connectivity, it offers Bluetooth 5.3, optional LTE, Wi-Fi, NFC, and dual-frequency GPS (L1 + L5) for precise tracking. Battery life varies by use, offering up to 2 days with Always-On Display and faster wireless charging support.
The Galaxy Watch 8 also excels in health and fitness tracking, featuring an upgraded BioActive sensor for ECG, heart rate, SpO₂, and body composition analysis. New AI-powered wellness tools include Bedtime Guidance, Energy Score, Antioxidant Index, Running Coach, and Vascular Load to give users deeper insights into their well-being. With support for over 100 workouts and automatic activity detection, it’s one of the most comprehensive fitness wearables in 2025.
Specifications (Key Highlights):
- Display: 3,000-nit Super AMOLED, 40mm/44mm, Sapphire Crystal
- Processor: 3nm Exynos W1000
- Software: Wear OS 6 + One UI 8 Watch
- Battery: Up to 2 days with AOD, fast wireless charging
- Sensors: BioActive (ECG, HR, SpO₂, Body Composition)
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, LTE (optional), Wi-Fi, NFC, Dual-band GPS
- Colors: Graphite, Silver (varies by region)
- Price: Starting at $360 (Bluetooth), $499 (Classic LTE)
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