A:AnswerI have Cricket as well and unfortunately, they only support Apple watches right now. I tried to switch to Verizon, and there were issues there as well. When trying to ask questions, they hung up on me.
A:AnswerGood day Richie, thank you for taking the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the Galaxy Watch8 offers a built-in Blood Oxygen sensor that tracks levels, especially during sleep, and works with its AI to offer deep sleep analysis, including detecting signs of sleep apnea and flagging unusual drops; while it doesn't have a direct alarm, its comprehensive sleep tracking alerts you to significant breathing irregularities, prompting further health review. If you have additional questions for us, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thanks for being a faithful Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHello, thank you for taking the time to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, you can typically leave your phone at home and answer calls with a Galaxy Watch8 LTE model, as long as you have activated the LTE service on your watch. The LTE version has its own cellular connection, allowing it to function independently of your phone once the service is set up. Please ensure that you carrier categorizes this device as a standalone device to ensure full functionality while your paired smartphone is left behind. If you have any other questions for us or if you would like any further assistance, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thanks for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerSalutations Bluebird65, thank you for taking the time to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, changing the band on your Samsung Galaxy Watch8 is quick and easy. Simply press the quick-release button on the back of the watch band near the connector, pull the band away from the watch body to remove it, and click your new band into place. If you have any other questions, please let us know by contacting Support. Thank you for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerAloha, thank you for reaching out with your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the Galaxy Watch 8 features a built-in compass app. It comes pre-installed on the watch and helps you check your bearings, incline, altitude, and barometric pressure. If you have any other questions for us or if you would like further assistance, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thank you for being a treasured Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHi, thank you for taking the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the Galaxy Watch8 allows for calls and texts, but how it works depends on whether you choose the Bluetooth or LTE model. On the Bluetooth versions for instance, your watch must be connected to your Android smartphone via Bluetooth (or connected to the same Wi-Fi network with Remote Connection enabled) to make/receive calls and texts using your phone number. When it comes to our LTE versions, you can step out without your phone and still make calls, send texts, and use data using Number Share via carriers. Hope that helps! If you have any other questions for us or if you would like further assistance, please let us know by contacting Support. Thanks for being a treasured Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHey there Peter, thank you for reaching out with your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. To measure blood pressure on your Galaxy Watch8, you need a traditional upper-arm blood pressure cuff (sold separately) for monthly calibration, a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone (Android 12 or later), and the Samsung Health Monitor App installed on both devices. If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thank you for being a staunch Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerThe short answer is yes. It will answer calls and texts if connected to to your phone via Bluetooth. Although it is capable of using phone data so you dont need your phone connected. So its user choice tbh.
A:AnswerAloha, thank you for taking the opportunity to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the Galaxy Watch8 monitors blood oxygen and heart rate using advanced optical sensors, offering both on-demand and automatic tracking to measure fitness levels, sleep stages, and heart health. It features FDA/regulatory-registered technology for Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications (IHRN), ECG, and blood pressure monitoring. If you have any other questions for us, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHello there SonyAVSurroundSystem, thank you for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. No, the Galaxy Watch8 Classic is only available in the 46mm case size. Please feel free to reach out to Support if you have any other questions. Thank you for choosing Samsung! - Debra
A:AnswerGood day BDScott, thanks for reaching out with your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the advertised Galaxy Watch8 can monitor blood pressure in the U.S. as of March 31, 2026, via the Samsung Health Monitor app. The feature requires a 3rd-party cuff to calibrate every 28 days and must be paired with a Samsung Galaxy phone. If you have additional questions for us or if you would like further assistance, please feel free to contact Support. Thank you for being a devoted Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHowdy Treebee, thank you for taking the time to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the advertised Galaxy Watch8 contains small amounts of nickel in the stainless steel components, including the main casing and band buckles. If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thank you for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerThe watch pairs with samsung health app on phone. It will do phone push notifications but does not seem to have a default feature to push those to a 3rd party.
