Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series: Ultra Comfort, from Sleep to Workout

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduced Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic,¹ establishing an iconic design identity across the entire Galaxy Watch lineup. Building upon the foundation of the Galaxy Watch Ultra’s cushion design, this series boasts the thinnest, most comfortable Galaxy Watch ever² for continuous health tracking. The Galaxy Watch8 series suits diverse lifestyles and provides advanced capabilities, setting a new standard for style and personalized health experiences.

“We are committed to empowering billions of people to live healthier lives through our innovative technology,” said TM Roh, President and Acting Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. “By combining purposeful design with advanced sensor technology and an intuitive AI-powered experience, the Galaxy Watch8 series serves as a starting point for a healthier, more connected life, making it easier than ever to take meaningful steps toward your well-being.”

Redesigned Inside and Out for Ultimate Wellness

By reimagining both form and function, the Galaxy Watch8 series delivers unmatched comfort alongside industry-leading performance, making it the ultimate companion for everyday wellness. The distinctive cushion design, which debuted with Galaxy Watch Ultra, now defines the entire Galaxy Watch lineup. To achieve the thinnest design yet, the internal structure of Galaxy Watch8 was completely reengineered and its component mounting capability has been improved by 30%, resulting in an 11% thinner design. Combined with the Dynamic Lug system, this design moves naturally with your wrist, providing greater comfort and improved stability³ for a better fit and accurate health-tracking.

Galaxy Watch8’s sleek profile is complemented by its exceptional performance. When you are outdoors, see all your information clearly thanks to the display being up to 50% brighter,⁴ now featuring a peak brightness of 3,000nits for easy visibility, and the enhanced battery² which ensures your watch can keep up with your active lifestyle.⁵ Plus, the dual-frequency GPS provides more detailed and precise location results² while our most powerful 3nm processor delivers faster performance and greater power efficiency. With the groundbreaking BioActive Sensor that enables deep and accurate health insights, the Galaxy Watch8 series helps provide a holistic view of your health.

Motivation for Lasting Health Changes

Sleep is a window into your overall health and each restful night allows your body and mind to recover for the next day. That’s why Samsung is continuously advancing the sleep experience, offering tailored sleep coaching,⁶ helping to create an optimal sleep environment, and even identifying moderate to severe signs of sleep apnea.⁷ On top of that, the Galaxy Watch8 series comes with new unique health features in the Samsung Health app⁸ that help you build healthier habits through motivational insights — from sleep to nutrition to workouts.

Bedtime Guidance⁹ can measure your circadian rhythm and sleep latency to suggest the optimal time to go to bed so you wake up refreshed the next morning. Vascular Load¹⁰ helps monitor the stress levels on your vascular system during sleep. Providing insights on various lifestyle factors including sleep, stress, and activity, it can help you adopt a more comprehensive approach to managing your health.

The Galaxy Watch8 series also introduces Antioxidant Index¹¹ for the first time on a smartwatch, enabling you to measure carotenoid levels in just five seconds and make informed lifestyle choices.

Whether you’re a novice or experienced runner, the Galaxy Watch8 series delivers personalized fitness insights to keep you motivated when you need it most. Running Coach¹² calculates your fitness level from 1 to 10 and develops a tailored training plan complete with real-time guidance and motivational insights. With the updated Together feature, which now supports running, you can gamify your fitness journey by challenging friends and family.

If a high level of stress persists, High Stress Alert will signal so that you can take a break to help manage your stress levels in real-time. With Mindfulness Tracker, you can record your mood and receive guidance on breathing exercises to relieve stress right from your wrist.

Plus, the AI-powered Energy Score¹³ gives you a snapshot of your energy level, combining physical and mental energy metrics so you can have a healthier day, every day.

Easier Watch Interaction with Wear OS and Gemini

Developed in close collaboration with Google, Galaxy Watch8 series are the first smartwatches pre-loaded with Wear OS 6 and Gemini,¹⁴ Google’s AI assistant. Go hands-free using natural voice commands to get things done on the go with your Galaxy Watch apps like Samsung Health, Calendar, Reminder, and Clock. For example, you can ask Gemini to find a nearby café and text a friend to meet you there, all in one go. Or, if you’re ready to start your workout and you have a goal in mind, simply say, “Start a 30-minute run.” The watch seamlessly initiates the workout in Samsung Health.

In addition, thanks to the new One UI 8 Watch, the user interface is optimized for the size and shape of the watch face. The new Multi-Info Tiles provide easy access to health metrics, weather, events, and more — all in a single, quick look. Moreover, the new Now Bar¹⁵ and depthless notifications ensure key activities are front and center.

 Pre-Order, Availability, and Offers

Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic, and the new Galaxy Watch Ultra are available for pre-order starting today at carriers and retailers nationwide, with general availability starting July 25.

Featuring a sleek and minimalist design, Galaxy Watch8 is designed for everyday wellness. Available in 44mm or 40mm sizes and in Graphite or Silver, it provides comfort and style for daily activities. Pricing starts at $349.99 for the Bluetooth model and $399.99 for the LTE model.

Meanwhile, Galaxy Watch8 Classic brings timeless sophistication to the wrist with modern features such as a rotating bezel and a quick button for added convenience. The Classic model measures 46mm and comes in Black and White. Plus, both models can be matched with a range of stylish bands¹⁶ designed to suit diverse lifestyles. Pricing starts at $499.99 for the Bluetooth model and $549.99 for the LTE model.¹⁷

For those who love outdoor adventures, Galaxy Watch Ultra is the most advanced and durable model yet. Available in four titanium finishes including the new Titanium Blue, it offers the longest battery life and the most robust performance in the lineup, now with 64GB of storage. The Ultra experience starts at $649.99.

If you pre-order Galaxy Watch8 or Galaxy Watch8 Classic on Samsung.com, receive $50 off your purchase. Plus, you can trade in your current device during the pre-order period and receive enhanced trade-in offers totalling up to $200 off Galaxy Watch8, $250 off Galaxy Watch8 Classic, or $250 off Galaxy Watch Ultra.

If you’re looking for a more discreet wearable that offers continuous health tracking, Galaxy Ring boasts superior comfort and up to seven days of battery life.¹⁸ Available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold, the Galaxy Ring comes in sizes 5-15.

For peace of mind, Samsung Care+ offers coverage for accidental damage, repairs, and replacements.

To learn more about Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Ring, please visit: www.samsungmobilepress.com, https://news.samsung.com/us/, www.samsung.com/galaxy-watch or http://www.samsung.com/galaxy-ring.

 [1] Availability and features may vary depending on model and the smartphone paired. All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

[2] Compared to the previous Galaxy Watches.

[3] Based on the internal test results. Galaxy Watch8 offers 12% greater comfort and 8% improved stability compared to Galaxy Watch7.

[4] Compared to the previous Galaxy Watches. The Galaxy Watch8 series features a peak brightness of 3000 nits.

[5] Based on typical use; results may vary.

[6] Galaxy AI features track data and require compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account.

[7] Sleep Apnea: The Samsung Sleep Apnea Feature is listed by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Mobile eXperience Business with the U.S.

Food and Drug Administration as an over- the-counter device to assess risk of sleep apnea. This device is intended to provide a notification of the risk of sleep apnea in users who have not been previously diagnosed with sleep apnea. It uses software algorithms to analyze input sensor signals and provide a risk assessment for sleep apnea. It is not intended to provide a stand-alone diagnosis, replace traditional methods of

diagnosis (e.g., polysomnography), assist clinicians in diagnosing sleep disorders, or be used as an apnea monitor. Consult your physician if you have any questions regarding sleep apnea. Availability may vary by carrier, model, or a paired smartphone.

[8]Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and/or application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician. Certain features may vary bycarrier, or the device paired.

[9] Bedtime Guidance: Must wear watch for 3 consecutive nights and set optimal wake-up time in the Samsung Health app.

[10]The Vascular Load software function is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Requires establishing your initial base line by wearing watch while sleeping for 3 nights (within a 2 week period). .

[11] Not intended for medical use.

[12] Available for outdoor running only; requires at least 12 minutes of running with GPS on and initial setup. Galaxy AI features track data and require compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account.

[13] AI features track data and require a compatible Galaxy wearable device (sold separately), Samsung Health app and Samsung account.

[14] Gemini mobile app available on select devices, languages, and countries. Requires compatible Wear OS watch to be connected to a compatible device. Check responses for accuracy. Internet connection and set up may be required. Features may differ depending on subscription and account. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Google and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC.

[15] Requires Wi-Fi connection and Samsung and Google accounts. Galaxy AI features track data and require a compatible Galaxy

wearable device (sold separately), Samsung Health app and Samsung account. Must be signed into your Samsung and Google accounts, and be connected to the internet directly (by Wi-Fi or LTE model) or via a compatible Samsung Galaxy AI phone.

[16] Sold separately.

[17] 4G LTE stand-alone connectivity only available on compatible Samsung smartwatches. Requires initial pairing with an eligible Android smartphone and separate qualifying wireless plan. Your carrier may not support stand-alone voice calling, or support may be available only in certain areas.

Please check with your carrier for more information. Stand-alone functionality limited if paired phone is not powered on or connected to a wireless network.

[18] For sizes 12 and up; up to six days for smaller sizes. Results may vary.