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:AnswerI experience the same. Sounds like your activity level is similar to mine. I don't think it's all that uncommon for our heart rates to reach 90-130 when active. I notice that same thing
A:AnswerGood day James, thanks for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. You are able to use the advertised Galaxy Watch8 without a paired smartphone for basic tasks like tracking, but a compatible phone is required for initial setup, software updates, and full functionality of this device. Please feel free to reach out to Support if you have additional questions. Thank you for being a steadfast Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerGreetings Mike, thanks for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, you will be able to read and reply to group messages on the advertised Watch8. The watch supports MMS and RCS group messages through both Google Messages and Galaxy Messages. Feel free to contact Support if you have additional questions for us. Thank you for being a loyal Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHello Luke, thank you for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. The advertised Galaxy Watch8 has been designed as a versatile, unisex smartwatch suitable for both men and women. If you have additional questions for us, please feel free to contact Support. Thank you for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHi there, thanks for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, it is possible for the Galaxy Watch8 to be able to receive Comcast/ Xfinity emails, but not directly through the watch itself. The emails will be sent to the Gmail or Outlook app on your paired smartphone first, and then forwarded to your watch as notifications. Feel free to reach out to Support if you have additional questions for us. Thanks for being a loyal Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHello JLaufman, thank you for taking the time to ask us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. No, the advertised Galaxy Watch8 is not compatible with iPhones. Samsung requires an Android phone (running Android 10 or later) with Google Mobile Services to set up, activate, and use the Galaxy Watch8, as it relies on Wear OS and the Galaxy Wearable app, which is not available on iOS. If you have any other questions for us or if you would like further assistance, please feel free to reach out to Support. Thanks for choosing Samsung! - Debra
A:AnswerAloha, thank you for asking us your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Yes, the Galaxy Watch8 is able to download and use golf GPS apps. The watch runs on Wear OS, which supports various golf GPS and rangefinder apps available on the Google Play Store. Please feel free to reach out to Support if you think of any other questions you may have for us. Thanks for being an unwavering Samsung customer. - Debra
A:AnswerHowdy Dumptrukk, thanks for reaching out with your question about the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. The advertised Galaxy Watch8 requires a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone with Android 11 or later, the Samsung Health app and Samsung account. Feel free to check out, "Samsung Galaxy smart watch and phone compatibility" if you would like to learn more. Feel free to contact Support afterward if you have additional questions for us. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer. - Debra
