The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is now available for $259.99 on Amazon, down from its $379.99 original price, which translates to the 26% discount.
If you’re in the market for a new smartwatch, this is a solid choice that won’t break the bank. The Galaxy Watch 8 features a redesigned squircle frame that provides great comfort and sensor accuracy, and doesn’t look too bad either. It also naturally sits on your skin thanks to its new lug system, which also helps with sensor accuracy and reduces interference from motion and sweat. Samsung also developed the new Antioxidant Index for this watch, a feature that measures your body"s antioxidant levels based on the food you eat.
The watch runs on Wear OS 6 with Samsung"s One UI 6 Watch. It supports Samsung’s own Bixby voice assistant, but also comes with the integrated Gemini AI assistant, so you can have natural conversations with the watch and ask it to perform various tasks.
Additional features include new Bedtime Guidance that analyzes your circadian rhythm and sleep debt to recommend optimal sleep windows. There’s also the Running Coach feature that makes personalized training plans for you.
When it comes to hardware, the Galaxy Watch 8 comes with 32GB of storage and is powered by a five-core Exynos W1000 processor. Battery life averages around 30 hours with all features enabled, including always-on display and sleep tracking. The watch recharges in about an hour.
The 40mm model weighs noticeably less than previous Galaxy Watches, so it’s comfortable enough for both daytime and nighttime activities. And finally, its vibrant Super AMOLED panel allows the display to remain visible in direct sunlight.
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 - $259.99 | 26% off on Amazon
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