Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic Promo Images Leak Ahead of Launch
Just ahead of Samsung's Unpacked 2024 event, new promotional images of the Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic have surfaced, giving us the clearest look yet at the company’s next-gen smartwatches. As expected, both models embrace the new squircle case design, a trend Samsung initiated with last year’s Galaxy Watch Ultra.
Let’s break down what the leaks reveal.
New Squircle Design
The most noticeable design update is the move to a squircle-shaped chassis—a hybrid of square and circle—which modernizes the overall aesthetic. While the casing has taken on this new shape, both watches retain their circular displays, maintaining Samsung’s signature smartwatch interface.
This design aligns the Watch8 series with the look of the Galaxy Watch Ultra, suggesting a more unified visual identity across Samsung’s wearable ecosystem.
Rotating Bezel Returns for the Classic
One of the defining features of the Galaxy Watch Classic line has always been its rotating bezel, and this year is no different. The leaked images show a raised bezel with tactile grooves, providing users with satisfying haptic feedback and easy navigation.
Watch8 Classic: Rotating bezel + three side buttons (including a central multifunction button)
Watch8 Standard: Sleeker look with two traditional side buttons
This reinforces Samsung’s ongoing effort to cater to both minimalist users and those who want a more traditional, feature-packed smartwatch experience.
Performance: Exynos W1000 Chip
Rumors indicate that the Watch8 and Watch8 Classic will be powered by the Exynos W1000 chipset, just like the Galaxy Watch7. While performance gains may be incremental, we can expect:
Faster app loading
Smoother animations
Enhanced battery optimization with Wear OS 6
Battery life improvements are said to be modest, but enough to get through a full day’s usage comfortably.
Software: One UI Watch Based on Wear OS 6
Samsung’s latest wearables will run One UI Watch 6, based on Google’s Wear OS 6, bringing UI refinements, deeper integration with Galaxy smartphones, and possibly new fitness and health features.
Final Thoughts
With the Galaxy Watch8 series expected to be announced alongside the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 at Samsung’s Unpacked event on July 10, these leaked images offer a compelling preview. The shift to a squircle design, retention of the rotating bezel on the Classic, and minor performance upgrades suggest Samsung is prioritizing design harmony and subtle refinement over drastic innovation.
Whether you’re an Android user looking for a premium wearable or a Galaxy Watch fan ready to upgrade, the Watch8 lineup appears promising.
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