Samsung unveiled its latest wearable devices at the Galaxy Unpacked event held on July 9, 2025, with the Galaxy Watch 8 series drawing the most attention. This time, Samsung has introduced not just a smartwatch, but a comprehensive health solution that can monitor everything from your heart rate to your stress levels. Features like the Exynos W1000 processor, One UI 8 Watch (Wear OS 6), ECG, blood pressure monitoring, and a new BioActive Sensor make this watch one of the most advanced health-centric smartwatches available today.
Squircle Design: A New Shape, New Thinking
The Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic feature a new "squircle" design, a blend of square and circle designs. This gives the watch a stylish and modern look. The Watch 8 is available in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm, while the Watch 8 Classic comes in only 46mm. The Classic model also features a rotating bezel and a quick button, allowing users to easily access apps and features.
Stunning Display and Build Quality
Samsung has paid special attention to the display and build quality in the Galaxy Watch 8 series. All models feature Super AMOLED screens, which provide extremely bright and sharp visuals. The display has a pixel density of 327ppi and supports up to 3000 nits of brightness, making the screen easily visible even in direct sunlight.
The 40mm version of the Watch 8 has a 1.34-inch display (438x438 pixels), and the 44mm version has a 1.47-inch display (480x480 pixels). The Watch 8 Classic also has a 1.34-inch display. The Watch 8 comes with an aluminum case and sapphire glass, while the Classic model uses a b stainless steel case and sapphire glass, making it even more premium.
Performance: New Heights with Exynos W1000
Both the Galaxy Watch 8 and Classic are equipped with Samsung's new Exynos W1000 chipset, which delivers fast and power-saving performance. The Watch 8 has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, while the Classic model offers 2GB of RAM with 64GB of storage. These watches run on the One UI 8 Watch interface, which provides users with a smooth and easy experience.
Battery Backup: Long-Lasting
The battery of the Galaxy Watch 8 series is quite improved, promising long-lasting use. The 40mm model of the Watch 8 has a 325mAh battery, the 44mm has a 435mAh battery, and the Watch 8 Classic has a 445mAh battery. All these watches are water and dust resistant, with an IP68 rating and military-grade durability.
BioActive Sensor: Revolution in Health Tracking
Samsung has introduced a new BioActive Sensor in the Galaxy Watch 8 series, which tracks health-related information like heart rate, ECG, and body composition. It includes an optical heart rate sensor, an ECG sensor, and a bioelectrical impedance sensor. In addition, the watch also includes an accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, light sensor, temperature sensor, and geomagnetic sensor. Notably, the Classic version also features a 3D hall sensor, making it even more advanced.
Health and Fitness Features: Everything in One Place
The Galaxy Watch 8 series is not just a smartwatch but a digital health assistant that takes care of your overall health. It includes features like heart rate monitoring, ECG and blood pressure check, sleep analysis, stress level tracking, fall detection, AGES Index, and body composition. This watch helps to improve and secure your health and daily routine.
Price and Availability in India
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Watch 8 series in India with various variants and prices. The 40mm Bluetooth model of the Watch 8 is priced at ₹32,999 and the 44mm at ₹35,999, while its LTE versions are available at ₹36,999 and ₹39,999. The 46mm Bluetooth model of the Watch 8 Classic is priced at ₹46,999 and the LTE version at ₹50,999. The Watch 8 is available in Graphite and Silver colors, while the Classic model is available in Black and White colors. These watches are open for pre-order from today, and sales will begin on July 25.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series has become one of the most talked-about and technologically advanced wearables of 2025. This watch is not just a means of telling time but has become a smart health companion that monitors your health. If you want a great combination of tech and fitness, the Watch 8 series is an excellent option for you.
