Samsung Galaxy Watch 8: AI Health Features and Upgrades

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 was unveiled at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, featuring a thinner design and enhanced health tracking capabilities. The Watch 8 is priced higher than its predecessor, starting at $349.99. The Watch 8 Classic, with a physical rotating bezel, starts at $499.99. Both models boast improved battery life and AI-powered features.

The Watch 8 series offers antioxidant detection, personalized fitness plans, detailed sleep recommendations, and real-time feedback during workouts. The AI on the watch provides insights on vascular load, sleep optimization, and personalized coaching for running. The new features aim to enhance the overall health and wellness experience for users.

With the introduction of One UI 8 Watch software, the Watch 8 series promises a seamless user experience. While older models will receive software updates, the new AI features remain exclusive to the Watch 8 series and the Galaxy Watch Ultra.

Whether the new AI features justify an upgrade from the previous generation remains to be seen. The enhanced health tracking capabilities and improved battery life may make the Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic appealing to users seeking advanced fitness and wellness insights.

We look forward to testing the Galaxy Watch 8 series further to provide a comprehensive review of its performance and features.

According to the source: PCMag Australia.