Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is now cheaper

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is on sale in multiple colors. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge. Samsung has slashed the price of its latest wearable, the Galaxy Watch 8, making it an even more attractive option for those looking to upgrade from a Galaxy Watch 5 or older model. With prices starting at $260 for the international version of the Bluetooth-enabled Classic model on Woot, this is one of Samsung’s best offers yet. The 40mm, Bluetooth-enabled version can be had for $289.99, which is only $50 shy of its all-time low price. The Galaxy Watch 8 may not be a drastic departure from its predecessor, but it does offer some significant upgrades that make it a solid choice for those in the market for an Android smartwatch. The new design is more comfortable and sleek, while the Classic model adds features like a rotating bezel and customizable Quick Button. There’s also a range of new health-focused tools, including the Running Coach feature, which provides personalized training plans based on your performance. In terms of core functionality, the Galaxy Watch 8 covers all the essentials well, with reliable heart rate and blood oxygen tracking, sleep apnea detection, EKGs, and more. It also supports Google’s Gemini AI assistant, allowing you to complete tasks from your wrist without needing to pull out your phone. With its new price point, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is definitely worth considering for anyone in the market for a new smartwatch.