Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 India Launch: All You Need to Know

Samsung has officially introduced the Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic to the Indian market on Wednesday. These wearables, running on Wear OS 6 and Samsung's One UI 8 Watch, also feature Gemini AI integration and the newly added Now Bar.

The Galaxy Watch 8 comes in two case sizes—40mm and 44mm—available in Graphite and Silver color options. The Classic variant reintroduces the rotating bezel and is offered in a single 46mm size in Black and White.

Display specifications include a 1.34-inch Super AMOLED always-on screen for the 40mm model and a 1.47-inch version for the 44mm unit, both capable of reaching peak brightness levels up to 3,000 nits. The Classic edition features the same 1.47-inch panel.

Battery capacity varies by model. The 40mm version houses a 325 mAh battery, while the 44mm gets a 435 mAh unit. The Watch 8 Classic is equipped with a 445 mAh battery.

All models are powered by Samsung’s 3nm Exynos W1000 chip. The Watch 8 includes 2 GB of RAM with 32 GB internal storage, whereas the Classic increases the storage to 64 GB, maintaining the same RAM configuration.

Health tracking is a major focus in this generation. The BioActive sensor monitors sleep, detects signs of sleep apnea, and offers circadian rhythm insights. A new feature, Vascular Load, tracks vascular system stress during rest.

Another debut feature is the Antioxidant Index, allowing wearers to measure carotenoid levels within five seconds. Fitness tracking enhancements include Running Coach, which assesses a user's fitness score and generates customized training programs with live guidance.

To assist with mental wellness, the High Stress alert sends real-time notifications prompting users to pause and relax when elevated stress is detected.

The Galaxy Watch 8 is priced at Rs 32,999 for the 40mm variant and Rs 35,999 for the 44mm model. The Classic edition starts at Rs 46,999. Pre-orders are open, with full availability scheduled for July 25.