I love the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic so much I didnt even take it off
for my wedding so wheres my Watch 9 Classic Samsung?

Date:
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

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I wanted to buy a sophisticated analogue watch for my wedding I wore a Galaxy Watch 8 Classic instead.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter When I got engaged a couple of years ago my wife asked if there was anything Id want in return to symbolize it: she gets to wear a ring, would I want a new accessory or piece of jewellery to match her. My immediate answer was a watch, with the plan that itd be the one I wear on our wedding day.

Id need something smart and sophisticated. Something that I wouldnt regret seeing immortalized in our wedding photos for decades to come, and something Id want to wear often. I had ideas for the watch I'd get, but as wedding
costs grew the idea of splashing out on a pricey timepiece felt less and less sensible. Even less so when I was also considering grabbing a smartwatch as my pre-wedding fitness regime kicked into high gear and a more sophisticated tracker than my smart ring was feeling increasingly essential. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here: Thats when my eyes settled on a gadget that I thought might be both: a classic I could wear to the gym and on my wedding day. My wife was skeptical, but after seeing it in person she agreed that it did look the part.

So she let me wear a Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic to our wedding. It might be my current favorite gadget, and I cant understand why there isnt a Galaxy Watch 9 Classic. You may like This is the Galaxy watch Samsung phone users should look out for on Prime Day Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 review:
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The Classic doesnt look like your basic utilitarian smartwatch. It dodges the simplistic look of the regular Watch 8, the Pixel Watch , or Apple Watch ,
and also the overly sporty designs of a Garmin or similar running companion.

Besides offering a larger screen size 46mm vs the base models 40 or 44mm options the Classic boasts a chunkier design than the regular Watch 8, and comes with a rotating metal bezel controller which provides some extra detailing and also a smoother way to navigate watch menus besides swiping.
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trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic in white (Image credit: Future) Coupled with its band the Hybrid which combines durable rubber with faux leather and a watch face with moving hands you could very easily confuse the Classic for an analogue timepiece at a glance. And frankly, I just love how it looks and feels on my wrist (it puts my aged Fitbit to shame).

The design doesnt just look impeccable, it can handle so many different scenarios too.

Besides wearing it for formal occasions Ive taken the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic everywhere I go. To the office, on a 5K run, on hiking treks, to the gym,
when I jump in the pool, and so much more. I even wear it in bed to track my sleep. What to read next The best smartwatch 2026 Best Samsung watch 2026: Which Galaxy watch should you buy? Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 designs leak, but there's no Classic

While the weight and size can be a little strange at first, after my first night sleeping with it Ive had no complaints, and the trade off for the bulk is the Watch feels very usable and looks stylish. Useful but not distracting (Image credit: Future) A similar effect could have been achieved with a smart ring and an analogue watch, wearing both to match the health tracking utility and sophisticated packaging. However Ive been steadily growing frustrated
with even the best smart rings .

The main draw of a ring is how simple it is: slip it onto your finger and
itll follow your health and fitness metrics for days between charges. This simplicity falls apart, unfortunately, as soon as you want to access your data.

The apps of various rings Ive tried have started to feel a little messy, and because I constantly have to check my phone to start workouts or understand
my rings data I find Im easily distracted by the plethora of other software and notifications I brush past on the way to my rings app. When Im ready to run or hit the weights I want to focus, not succumb to a last-minute distraction.

With a watch I can start my tracking from my wrist at the press of a button.
I can also see essential performance stats on the 46mm display, or (because
it pairs nicely with my Samsung foldable) as part of the morning Now Brief on my phone.

I also love the non-fitness apps integration. I dont text from my watch much, but I do often rely on wrist-based music controls and Google Maps directions I can have a digital map while my phone can stay safely in my pocket where would-be biker thieves cant snatch it. (Image credit: Future / Hamish Hector) My only gripe is I wish I could change the long press control on the bottom button. It defaults to opening Samsung Wallet and cannot be changed. Im a Google Wallet user and while I could maybe move a couple of cards over Im a)
a bit too lazy, and b) weirdly nervous about paying for things with my watch. Wheres my Watch 9 Classic, Samsung?? The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, Watch 8 Classic and Ultra 2 (Image credit: Future / Hamish Hector) Given my Classic love I was hoping to see a Watch 9 Classic when Samsung debut its new lineup, but it was missing replaced by a regular Watch 9 and a Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
.

The Ultra 2 comes close to being a Classic it adopts the bezel, though it doesnt rotate especially if you pick up the PeakForm Band, though it does also come at a more premium price.

And the lack of a rotating bezel is genuinely a major let down. You just have to trust me.

Though I doubt this means the end of the Classic. It has taken a break before to make room for the original Galaxy Watch Ultra, and I expect itll return next year as the Watch 10 Classic. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Today's best Samsung Galaxy Watch deals Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 349 Preorder See all prices Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 649 Preorder See all prices We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices



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