Price Increase Expected for Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 This Year — Discover the Reasons Behind It
Samsung is set to unveil its new Galaxy Watch smartwatches in just two weeks, and as the announcement approaches, more leaks about the upcoming devices are coming to light. Recent reports suggest that there will be notable price increases for the Galaxy Watch 8 series in Germany, with an expected rise of €40-50. This could result in the 40mm model priced at approximately $349 and the 44mm model at about $379 in the United States.
The price increase may be attributed to the enhanced storage capacity of 64GB on the new models, as well as current economic factors. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is also expected to see a price increase, with estimates around €499, marking a similar rise of about €50 from the previous Galaxy Watch 6 Classic model. Contrastingly, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is anticipated to maintain its pricing, which will remain unchanged at €699 in Germany, equating to $649 in the US.
The primary change with the Ultra is likely a new color option, rather than significant upgrades, which could explain why its price is stable. It is important to note that these rumors regarding pricing should be regarded cautiously, as they are derived from conversions of foreign prices. Actual prices may vary once the watches launch in different markets.
Factors such as tariffs, particularly in the US, could also affect the final cost. For those interested in purchasing any of the new Galaxy Watch models, registering with Galaxy Reserve is recommended. By doing so, users can receive a $50 Samsung Credit for their pre-order and have a chance to win $5,000 in Samsung Credit.
