{"id":13766,"date":"2026-05-09T10:07:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T17:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runwayritz.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/09\/these-are-the-5-features-that-make-the-samsung-galaxy-watch-8-worth-it\/"},"modified":"2026-05-10T07:53:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T14:53:33","slug":"these-are-the-5-features-that-make-the-samsung-galaxy-watch-8-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.runwayritz.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/09\/these-are-the-5-features-that-make-the-samsung-galaxy-watch-8-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the 5 features that make the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 worth it"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<p id=\"elk-793223b6-3af8-4007-810a-8e6edb50c643\">Among the compelling options from Samsung, Google, and OnePlus, I went with the Galaxy Watch 8 as my Wear OS smartwatch of choice. Price was a big reason, as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 starts at $350, and discounts and trade-ins have brought the cost down significantly. Another thing was the design of the watch, which is much thinner and has a lower profile than the Pixel Watch or the OnePlus Watch. Above all, the Samsung Health suite won me over.<\/p>\n<p>There are several Samsung Health features that give you insight into your fitness and long-term health using the sensors on the Galaxy Watch 8. I can look at my watch a few times every day and get quick snapshots of how I&#8217;m feeling using the underlying sensor data. You can too, using these five features of the Galaxy Watch 8. They are also available on the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Galaxy Watch Ultra.<\/p>\n<aside data-model-name=\"Samsung Galaxy Watch 8,Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic,Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-widget-title=\"Today's best Samsung Galaxy Watch deals\" data-widget-type=\"multimodelreview\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-retail-container\">\n<p>Today&#8217;s best Samsung Galaxy Watch deals<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<h2 id=\"energy-score-3\">Power score<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-119cae03-8d14-47db-aab8-91c997c5a5ed\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4480px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/dFwawDhK2LrM7KbNczM7fQ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Brady Snyder \/ Android Central)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-91764916-114d-4328-a900-b470f1765495\">The best part of using the Galaxy Watch 8 is always getting the <strong>Power score<\/strong> each day. Gauge your readiness for the day ahead using activity and sleep data from the day and night before. It requires using the Samsung Health app with a Samsung account, but otherwise, Energy points are calculated automatically with no manual setup required. Samsung uses the following metrics to come up with your score, out of 100 points:<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-6 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-[10px] lg:my-8\" data-component-name=\"JwPlayer:Carousel\" data-jwp-carousel=\"\" data-jwp-carousel-payload=\"{&quot;ids&quot;:{&quot;playerID&quot;:&quot;DN0T9lx0&quot;,&quot;searchPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;G5O3oM7X&quot;,&quot;divID&quot;:&quot;botr_G5O3oM7X_DN0T9lx0_div&quot;,&quot;fallbackPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;G5O3oM7X&quot;,&quot;fallbackDivID&quot;:&quot;botr_G5O3oM7X_DN0T9lx0_div&quot;,&quot;key&quot;:&quot;E6aJDdVBhQOK9yUjR2XHDAjmCkFhHLh1aRCd14ObqmgK6fel&quot;,&quot;tintLogo&quot;:true,&quot;useSearchPlaylist&quot;:false,&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;signPostingEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;signPostingLinkEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;waitForAdLoad&quot;:false}\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-nowrap items-center justify-between gap-3 bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-header=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 shrink items-center\"><span class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm font-article-heading capitalize leading-5 text-white whitespace-nowrap\"><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-mobile\"\/><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-desktop\">Latest Videos Appearing<\/span><span class=\"jwp-carousel-brand inline-flex items-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/c8t5znsqpd1648225513.svg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/c8t5znsqpd1648225513.svg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] block h-[18px] w-auto shrink-0 brightness-0 invert\"\/><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aspect-video w-full min-h-[200px] lg:min-h-[330px] relative overflow-hidden bg-black\" data-jwp-carousel-container=\"\">\n<div class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full items-center justify-center bg-white\" data-jwp-carousel-fallback=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/c8t5znsqpd1648225513.svg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/c8t5znsqpd1648225513.svg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] max-h-12 w-auto\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet=\"\" class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\">\n        <span class=\"&#10;            flex&#10;            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]&#10;            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]&#10;            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold&#10;        \"><\/p>\n<p>            You might like it<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<ul id=\"elk-cc355108-af32-4469-a3c2-51fa0742131b\">\n<li>Average sleep time<\/li>\n<li>Sleep time consistency<\/li>\n<li>Sleeping regularly<\/li>\n<li>Time to sleep<\/li>\n<li>The previous day&#8217;s work<\/li>\n<li>Work consistency<\/li>\n<li>Sleep heart rate<\/li>\n<li>Sleep heart rate variability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<aside data-block-type=\"embed\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"dealsy\" data-widget-type=\"seasonal\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p id=\"elk-a1b093e5-4d98-47d1-b2af-d2aeefaf4cf4-0\">As you can see, sleep is an important part of your energy score. If you don&#8217;t sleep well, your score will be lower, and naps may or may not help. That&#8217;s because Samsung calculates the time of day you sleep, knowing that a late nap disrupts your circadian rhythm and reduces energy. There are four categories of Power Points: <strong>It&#8217;s very good <\/strong>(85-100), <strong>Good <\/strong>(75-84), <strong>Good <\/strong>(60-74), <strong>It needs attention <\/strong>(0-59).<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, to get the most insight into the power output of your Galaxy Watch 8, make sure you wear it during sleep and during all daily activities. Then, check in the Samsung Health app on your phone or smartwatch tile to see your daily score.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sleep-score-3\">Sleep points<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-d2e6e7e1-4c14-47b6-8990-525e763f58ed\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4480px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 alongside the Samsung Wearable companion app.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Vw2crvr9aJg8wa68c99GvN.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Brady Snyder \/ Android Central)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-40f33abe-ea85-4e84-9b65-2d03849f355f\">Since Power points capture so much of your sleep data, you might be wondering what <strong>Sleep points<\/strong> do something different. Similar to the power score, the sleep score is automatically calculated when your Galaxy Watch 8 is worn while you sleep. It also uses the same scale, but factors in different metrics to calculate it. Sleep points measure yours <strong>real sleep time<\/strong>,<strong> deep sleep<\/strong>, <strong>REM sleep<\/strong>, <strong>rest<\/strong>again <strong>sleep delay<\/strong> to calculate the final score.<\/p>\n<p>Samsung also compares your nightly sleep score to the average score for your age group. For example, one night I scored a 92, which was in the top 2% of my age group. The company adds that getting a sleep score of 85 or higher equals a good night&#8217;s sleep. You can also view your blood oxygen levels, sleep stages, snoring, skin temperature, heart rate, and respiration rate data in the Samsung Health app.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-XB4PW3yafzHPEwc9waqfEQ\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-XB4PW3yafzHPEwc9waqfEQ slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\"\/>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">Get the latest news from Android Central, your trusted friend in the Android world<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>I never felt like my Apple Watch provided detailed enough sleep data to justify wearing it to bed, and my Garmin is too bulky to wear all night. Samsung offers the best combination of rich sleep score data and slim Galaxy Watch 8 hardware.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"gemini-3\">Gemini<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-10507ae9-c703-490b-9527-8bcbb1719038\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4480px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Galaxy Watch 8 is the ultimate running coach showing off at IFA 2025.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EYuDhvgSzTmZdxHoKRFcK7.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Brady Snyder \/ Android Central)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-1a456adf-0be4-48d4-9090-abc8abfb2a94\">Gemini is the perfect replacement for Google Assistant on your arm, enabling quick actions and time-saving automation. I use it on my Galaxy Watch 8 to set a number of night alarms with one command, avoiding the hassle of adjusting alarms on a small screen. You can also use it to get directions, start a workout, or turn up music. It will also read your live health and fitness stats during workouts for a hands-on experience.<\/p>\n<p>To use it, all you have to do is hold the side button or say &#8220;Hey Gemini.&#8221; You can also enable it <strong>Raise To Speak<\/strong> below <strong>Settings > Touch > Raise to Talk<\/strong> to unlock Gemini by lifting the Galaxy Watch 8 to your mouth.<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet=\"\" class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\">\n        <span class=\"&#10;            flex&#10;            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]&#10;            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]&#10;            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold&#10;        \"><\/p>\n<p>            What you can read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<h2 id=\"running-coach-3\">Running coach<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-caa35b8a-36c9-4f6d-8c18-d4814b757827\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:3000px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.27%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic on the wrist showing the next step of the Running Coach Workout with speed and mile.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UPQZe8CkqMJTa9w2Rnpivg.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Michael Hicks \/ Android Central)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-befde762-a06f-4ac3-9212-da757cd5c2c4\">Samsung <strong>Running coach<\/strong> feature may not replace personal trainers anytime soon, but it&#8217;s a cool Galaxy Watch 8 tool for beginners. The feature works by having the wearer complete a 12-minute lactate threshold test, which tells Samsung Health a lot about the wearer&#8217;s running ability. Then, it will create a training plan that will help you reach your goals. Complete the &#8220;level test&#8221; in each numbered level, and you&#8217;ll advance to the next one.<\/p>\n<p>To try it out, open the <strong>Samsung Health app<\/strong> on your watch and press <strong>Exercise<\/strong>. Then, find out <strong>Running coach<\/strong> in the list and click it. You will now complete the above-mentioned practical test by following the on-screen instructions. After completing the test, your watch will come up with a personalized training program based on your needs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"vascular-load-3\">Vascular load<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-6bb4f616-c2cc-41c5-b7aa-f70062ffaffa\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1000px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.30%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-1000-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-1000-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Vascular Load on the Galaxy Watch 8\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-1000-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-1000-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aoqpLPTXsG4GgSywZYXCYA.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Samsung)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-9e4314e4-0a12-451e-9413-98e87c944b5c\">Many of Samsung&#8217;s best health features work in the background, and it&#8217;s no different <strong>Vascular load<\/strong>. It tries to track your heart health to prevent a picture of your overall health. to see you, <strong>swipe left<\/strong> view i <strong>Tiles<\/strong> screen, and press <strong>Add tiles<\/strong>. get the <strong>Important<\/strong> tab, and select <strong>Vascular load<\/strong>. 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It&#8217;s only 8.6mm thick (without the protruding sensors), and that means it&#8217;ll be comfortable enough to wear during heavy workouts and a night&#8217;s sleep. The more you wear a smartwatch, the better the data it provides. That&#8217;s why the design of the Galaxy Watch 8 deserves credit for how useful these five fitness and health features are.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-container horizontal-product-container\">\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_horizontal\" data-id=\"2c12126f-c138-4798-b209-1c0cd7acafee\" id=\"elk-2c12126f-c138-4798-b209-1c0cd7acafee\">\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 44mm\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3osjQ7T4Eof4nqKPSLadWi.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] featured_image\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"horizontal\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-model-brand=\"Samsung\" data-model-name=\"Samsung Galaxy Watch 8\" data-name=\"Horizontal Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"editorial\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p><em><strong>The best watch for Wear OS<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 beats out options from Google and OnePlus for the title of best Wear OS fitness watch in my book. It&#8217;s free, intuitive, and loaded with features. Use five on this list to get the most out of your Samsung smartwatch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Among the compelling options from Samsung, Google, and OnePlus, I went with the Galaxy Watch 8 as my Wear OS smartwatch of choice. Price was a big reason, as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 starts at $350, and discounts and trade-ins have brought the cost down significantly. 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