
Galaxy Watch8 is built for those who never settle when it comes to self improvement. With a sporty yet sleek design, it packs a serious punch of enhanced performance, longer battery life and smart health tracking to keep you locked into your health and wellness goals, wherever they may take you. Your Watch8 works around the clock because a healthy lifestyle starts with healthy sleep. Advanced Sleep Tracking doesn’t just log hours, but it also takes a closer look at everything that happened while you snoozed. Wake up feeling lethargic? Get a full report on your sleep behavior, environment and disruptions, such as snoring. And when it’s time to get back on your feet for a new day and a new workout, you’re equipped with the insights you need to stay motivated with Energy Score. Need to multitask during your workout? Simply raise your wrist and speak naturally to send a text to meet up with a friend later, set a timer for your next mile or pull up your past run times. Watch8 is powerful and features an improved battery built to keep up with your longest bike rides without weighing you down. Thanks to a thinner, lighter body and dynamic strap system that molds to your wrist, you’ll almost forget your Watch is there as it tracks even the most intense workouts. Plus, the bright screen is visible even when you have to hit the trail in full sun. Galaxy Watch8 is more than a watch it’s a health coach and tracker that fits your wrist and your lifestyle.
A: Hey there KLM, thank you for asking us your questions about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. If you ever need emergency assistance, your Samsung smart watch has features capable of helping, such as fall detection and SOS messages. Hopefully, you'll never find yourself in a real crisis, but if you do, you can send SOS messages to assigned contacts to let them know where you are and how to track you down. In the event you need medical assistance, your medical information can be quickly accessed to help first responders. Check out, "Use your Samsung smart watch in an emergency situation" to learn more about using this feature. Let us know if you have additional questions for us by reaching out to Support at your earliest convenience. Thank you for being a devoted Samsung customer. - Debra
A: Howdy LorieS, thank you for asking us your questions about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Core Health components like heart rate monitoring cannot be removed, however, you can uninstall or disable them, and hide unwanted health widgets/tiles. If you have additional questions for us or if you would like further assistance, please let us know by contacting Support. Thank you for being a loyal Samsung customer. - Debra
A: I believe 4G LTE is an option for the watch, but mine did not include it. All my calls come through my phone.
A: The carrier has to do with getting phone notifications like calls, texts, etc. If it's unlocked it's compatible with any carrier. I always get mine unlocked from Best Buy and never have issues with my AT&T phone connecting.
Q: Does it monitor blood glucose level?
A: Greetings Profe, thank you for finding the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. No, the Galaxy Watch8 is unable to monitor your blood glucose levels at this time. If you have any other questions, do not hesitate to contact Support. Thanks for being a faithful Samsung customer. - Debra
Q: Does it have fall detection? Emergency alert?
A: Yes it does. Here are what the settings look like.
Q: Will it work with my Pixel 9 Pro phone?
A: Howdy, thank you for taking the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. The advertised Galaxy Watch8 is compatible with the Pixel 9 Pro via the Galaxy Wearable app, enabling core Wear OS features like notifications and app usage. However, it is not fully compatible, as some key health features specifically ECG monitoring are restricted to Samsung phones. Check out, "Samsung Galaxy smart watch and phone compatibility" if you would like to learn more about compatibility. Feel free to contact Support if you have any other questions for us. Thank you for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
A: Salutations, thank you for taking the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the advertised Galaxy Watch8 includes FDA-cleared, on-demand ECG and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification features designed to detect signs of atrial fibrillation. Let us know if you have any other questions for us by contacting Support. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer. - Debra
Customers commend the Galaxy Watch8 for its overall performance, user-friendly design, and comprehensive features. Many appreciate its lightweight feel, bright screen, and health tracking capabilities. While the battery life is comparable to previous models, some users find the band size to be slightly larger. The watch also boasts a fast charging speed and easy readability.
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Galaxy Watch8 is built for those who never settle when it comes to self improvement. With a sporty yet sleek design, it packs a serious punch of enhanced performance, longer battery life and smart health tracking to keep you locked into your health and wellness goals, wherever they may take you. Your Watch8 works around the clock because a healthy lifestyle starts with healthy sleep. Advanced Sleep Tracking doesn’t just log hours, but it also takes a closer look at everything that happened while you snoozed. Wake up feeling lethargic? Get a full report on your sleep behavior, environment and disruptions, such as snoring. And when it’s time to get back on your feet for a new day and a new workout, you’re equipped with the insights you need to stay motivated with Energy Score. Need to multitask during your workout? Simply raise your wrist and speak naturally to send a text to meet up with a friend later, set a timer for your next mile or pull up your past run times. Watch8 is powerful and features an improved battery built to keep up with your longest bike rides without weighing you down. Thanks to a thinner, lighter body and dynamic strap system that molds to your wrist, you’ll almost forget your Watch is there as it tracks even the most intense workouts. Plus, the bright screen is visible even when you have to hit the trail in full sun. Galaxy Watch8 is more than a watch it’s a health coach and tracker that fits your wrist and your lifestyle.

Your favorite new health and wellness companion is here — Galaxy Watch7. Enhanced with Galaxy AI,¹ this Watch has everything you need to keep you moving toward your health goals. Wake up on the right side of the bed every morning with an Energy Score1 that helps you understand your well-being better. Hit your morning workout while staying in touch with your world — make calls from your Watch and quickly respond to texts on the go with Suggested Replies.² Then hone in on your heart health during your workout with improved Heart Rate Tracking,³ and improve each day with personalized Wellness Tips⁴ viewable right on your Galaxy smartphone.⁵ Plus, stay in the zone by streaming your favorite playlist or podcast from your Watch to your Galaxy Buds.⁶ Your ultimate fitness partner is now on your wrist — Galaxy Watch7.

Galaxy Watch8 is built for those who never settle when it comes to self improvement. With a sporty yet sleek design, it packs a serious punch of enhanced performance, longer battery life and smart health tracking to keep you locked into your health and wellness goals, wherever they may take you. Your Watch8 works around the clock because a healthy lifestyle starts with healthy sleep. Advanced Sleep Tracking doesn’t just log hours, but it also takes a closer look at everything that happened while you snoozed. Wake up feeling lethargic? Get a full report on your sleep behavior, environment and disruptions, such as snoring. And when it’s time to get back on your feet for a new day and a new workout, you’re equipped with the insights you need to stay motivated with Energy Score. Need to multitask during your workout? Simply raise your wrist and speak naturally to send a text to meet up with a friend later, set a timer for your next mile or pull up your past run times. Watch8 is powerful and features an improved battery built to keep up with your longest bike rides without weighing you down. Thanks to a thinner, lighter body and dynamic strap system that molds to your wrist, you’ll almost forget your Watch is there as it tracks even the most intense workouts. Plus, the bright screen is visible even when you have to hit the trail in full sun. Galaxy Watch8 is more than a watch it’s a health coach and tracker that fits your wrist and your lifestyle.

Galaxy Watch8 is built for those who never settle when it comes to self improvement. With a sporty yet sleek design, it packs a serious punch of enhanced performance, longer battery life and smart health tracking to keep you locked into your health and wellness goals, wherever they may take you. Your Watch8 works around the clock because a healthy lifestyle starts with healthy sleep. Advanced Sleep Tracking doesn’t just log hours, but it also takes a closer look at everything that happened while you snoozed. Wake up feeling lethargic? Get a full report on your sleep behavior, environment and disruptions, such as snoring. And when it’s time to get back on your feet for a new day and a new workout, you’re equipped with the insights you need to stay motivated with Energy Score. Need to multitask during your workout? Simply raise your wrist and speak naturally to send a text to meet up with a friend later, set a timer for your next mile or pull up your past run times. Watch8 is powerful and features an improved battery built to keep up with your longest bike rides without weighing you down. Thanks to a thinner, lighter body and dynamic strap system that molds to your wrist, you’ll almost forget your Watch is there as it tracks even the most intense workouts. Plus, the bright screen is visible even when you have to hit the trail in full sun. Galaxy Watch8 is more than a watch it’s a health coach and tracker that fits your wrist and your lifestyle.
| Pros for Samsung - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm BT - Silver - (2025) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Battery Life, Features, Design, Ease of Use | There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Comfort, Design, Screen Size | Overall Performance, Features, Comfort, Design, Size |
| Cons for Samsung - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm BT - Silver - (2025) | |||
| Band Size | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life, Band |