Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series: Elevating Comfort from Sleep to Workout

The Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic blend iconic design with next-level personalized wellness insights, keeping you motivated on your health journey. As someone who values both style and functionality in a smartwatch, I’m excited to see how Samsung continues to push boundaries.

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic, refining the brand’s signature design while delivering the thinnest, most comfortable Galaxy Watch yet. Building on the Galaxy Watch Ultra’s cushion design, this series ensures seamless health tracking with a sleek, lightweight feel. Whether you’re an athlete or a wellness enthusiast, the Galaxy Watch8 series adapts to your lifestyle, setting a new benchmark for style and smart health features.

“We believe technology should enhance life, not complicate it,” said TM Roh, President and Acting Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. “With advanced sensors, intuitive AI, and a design that moves with you, the Galaxy Watch8 series makes it easier than ever to take control of your well-being.”

Redesigned for All-Day Comfort and Precision

The Galaxy Watch8 series isn’t just about looks—it’s built for performance. The cushion-inspired design, first seen on the Galaxy Watch Ultra, now defines the entire lineup. By reengineering its internal structure, Samsung achieved an 11% slimmer profile while improving component stability by 30%. Paired with the Dynamic Lug system, the watch moves naturally with your wrist, ensuring a secure fit and more accurate health tracking.

But comfort isn’t the only upgrade. The 50% brighter display (peaking at 3,000 nits) makes it easy to check stats even under direct sunlight. A larger battery keeps up with active users, while dual-frequency GPS delivers pinpoint location accuracy. Powered by Samsung’s most efficient 3nm processor, the watch handles tasks faster with less drain on battery life. And with the BioActive Sensor, you get deeper, more precise health insights than ever before.

Your Personal Health Coach, Right on Your Wrist

Sleep is the foundation of wellness, and the Galaxy Watch8 series helps optimize it. Beyond sleep coaching and sleep apnea detection, new features like Bedtime Guidance analyze your circadian rhythm to suggest the best time to rest. Vascular Load tracks stress on your cardiovascular system overnight, offering insights to improve recovery.

For the first time in a smartwatch, the Antioxidant Index measures carotenoid levels in just five seconds, helping you make smarter nutrition choices for long-term health. Fitness lovers will appreciate the Running Coach, which tailors workouts based on your fitness level (rated 1-10) and keeps you motivated with real-time feedback. And with the updated Together feature, you can challenge friends to runs, turning fitness into a fun competition.

When stress spikes, High Stress Alert notifies you to take a breather, while Mindfulness Tracker guides you through calming exercises. The AI-powered Energy Score combines physical and mental metrics to give you a daily energy snapshot—helping you stay balanced.

Smarter, Faster, More Intuitive with Wear OS and Gemini

Developed with Google, the Galaxy Watch8 is the first smartwatch with Gemini AI right out of the box. Use voice commands to set reminders, check health stats, or even start a workout—just say, “Start a 30-minute run,” and the watch handles the rest.

The One UI 8 Watch interface is smoother than ever, with Multi-Info Tiles for quick access to health data, weather, and notifications. The Now Bar keeps important updates front and center, so you stay connected without distractions.

Style That Matches Your Life

The Galaxy Watch8 (40mm/44mm, Graphite/Silver) offers a minimalist look for everyday wear, while the Galaxy Watch8 Classic (46mm, Black/White) adds a rotating bezel and quick button for classic sophistication. Both models support interchangeable bands for a customizable fit.

For adventurers, the Galaxy Watch Ultra (available in Titanium Blue and other finishes) delivers rugged durability and the longest battery life in the lineup.

Pre-orders start today (July 9) in select markets, with general availability on August 1.

As someone who relies on a smartwatch for fitness tracking and daily convenience, the Galaxy Watch8 series feels like a game-changer—combining sleek design, powerful health tools, and seamless AI integration.

Price:

Watch8 Classic (Bluetooth, 46mm): ₱29,990

Watch8 Classic (LTE, 46mm): ₱32,990

Watch8 (Bluetooth, 44mm): ₱22,990

Watch8 (Bluetooth, 40mm): ₱20,990

Watch8 (LTE, 40mm): ₱23,990

Watch Ultra (LTE, 47mm): ₱40,990

Learn more: Samsung Galaxy Watch8

(Features and availability may vary by market. Health insights are for wellness purposes only and not intended for medical diagnosis.)