Alleged Unveiling of Galaxy Watch 8 Details: Specifications, Accessory Bands, and Anticipated Price Hike
## Announcing the Expected Prices and Release Date for Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 Series
Samsung has revealed the anticipated prices and release date for its upcoming Galaxy Watch 8 series. The new smartwatches are set to make their debut at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, 2025, with sales commencing on July 23, 2025 [1][3].
### Pricing Structure for the Galaxy Watch 8 Series
The Galaxy Watch 8 series will consist of three models: the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch Ultra (2025) [3]. The pricing for these models in France is as follows:
- **Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm Bluetooth: €379.99, 40mm Bluetooth + 4G: €429.99, 44mm Bluetooth: €409.99, 44mm Bluetooth + 4G: €459.99)** - **Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (Bluetooth: €529.99, Bluetooth + 4G: €579.99)** - **Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) (€699.99)** [2]
While these prices are specific to France, they provide a good indication of the expected pricing for other regions.
### Pricing by Model and Region
- **Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm & 44mm)**: - **Europe**: The 40mm model is expected to cost around €319 (~£272/ $371/ AU$572.50), while the 44mm model will be priced at approximately €349 (~£297 / $406 / AU$626) [2]. - **US**: There is speculation that the starting price could be around **$399.99** for the base model, but this is not confirmed for both sizes [4].
- **Galaxy Watch 8 Classic**: - **Europe**: The 47mm LTE model is expected to cost around €549 (~£467 / $638.50 / AU$985.30) [2]. - **US**: The price is likely to be around **$499** for the 47mm model, given the European pricing trend [4].
- **Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025**: - **Europe**: The price is expected to remain the same as its predecessor at around €699 (~£594 / $813 / AU$1,254) [2]. - **US and Other Regions**: Prices are not explicitly confirmed but are likely to follow a similar pattern as the European market.
These prices reflect a general increase compared to the previous models, aligning with Samsung's strategy to position the Galaxy Watch 8 series as more premium offerings [2][4].
### Pre-Order Benefits and Reservation Details
Customers who pre-order any of the Galaxy Watch 8 series devices can enjoy up to $1,150+ in savings [4]. Additionally, reserving a device does not require an immediate purchase. A $50 credit is offered when pre-ordering any of these devices, which can be used towards the Galaxy Watch 8 [4]. This offer is limited to a specific timeframe and cannot be obtained at any other time.
Reservations are currently open for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Flip 7, and Galaxy Watch 8 series on Samsung.com. Pre-ordering also provides 3x reward points.
### Design and Storage Capacity
The Galaxy Watch 8 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes and features a silicone band. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic has a partially leather, partially silicone or rubber design. Leaked images show the Galaxy Watch 8 series from various angles [5]. The Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) has the same band as last year's model, though in a new colour [5].
The higher-end models of the Galaxy Watch 8 series (Watch 8 Classic and Watch Ultra) will have 64GB of storage, while the base model will have 32GB [4].
### New Features and Redesign
Samsung's beta app confirms a redesign for the Galaxy Watch 8 series, with new features [6]. However, the specifics of these changes have yet to be disclosed.
[1] - https://www.samsung.com/fr/galaxy/events/galaxy-unpacked-2025/ [2] - https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-galaxy-watch-8-price/ [3] - https://www.samsung.com/fr/galaxy/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch-8/ [4] - https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2025/06/samsung-galaxy-watch-8-price-and-release-date/ [5] - https://www.androidcentral.com/sites/androidcentral.com/files/styles/xlarge/public/field/image/samsung-galaxy-watch-8-leaked-photos-show-design-changes.jpg?itok=L73XQKgJ [6] - https://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-8-series-alleged-beta-app-reveals-redesigned-ui-and-new-features
The forthcoming Galaxy Watch 8 series, expected to launch alongside other Samsung devices on July 9, 2025, includes smart-home-devices such as the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch Ultra, all boasting advanced technology and gadget features. While exact pricing for different regions is yet to be confirmed, European markets are anticipated to see prices for smartwatches like the Galaxy Watch 8 starting around €319 (~$371), showcasing the premium nature of this series, as prices increase compared to previous models.
