<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Samsung unveiled the slimmer Galaxy Watch 8 at its Unpacked event, featuring a smaller profile making it the slimmest smartwatch the company has made at 8.6mm thick.</li><li>The Galaxy Watch 8 introduces a new test to measure antioxidants in the body using optical sensors, although its accuracy remains uncertain. Other new features include insights into vascular load, running guidance, and bedtime suggestions.</li><li>The smartwatch runs on Wear OS 6 for the first time, enhancing UI, battery life, always-on display, and integrating Google's AI assistant, Gemini. The design includes visual refreshes, a dynamic lug system, and a cushion design encasing the round screen.</li><li>The Galaxy Watch 8 series starts at $350, with a Classic version costing $500, offering brighter displays up to 3,000 nits. Preorders are open now, with general availability on July 25.</li></ul>

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