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Nickolas Diaz

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 series launches with a thinner Ultra design, powered by Wear OS 6

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic hands-on.

What you need to know

  • Samsung launched its Galaxy Watch 8 series today (July 9) during Unpacked.
  • The Watch 8 Classic returns with its rotating bezels atop a Watch Ultra-inspired "cushion" design with its 46mm (1.34-inch display) size.
  • The Watch 8 features two sizes: 40mm (1.34-inch) and 44mm (1.47-inch), and a cushion design that's been made even thinner for user comfort.
  • The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is available for $499 (46mm), while the Watch 8 starts at $349 for the Bluetooth versions.
  • Consumers will also find a Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) for $649 (LTE).
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