Does the rotating bezel really come back?

What can we expect from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series? While a large part of it is still under lock and key, the Tech world rarely stays calm for a long time, especially when it comes to expected starts like it. Lecks and industry whisper have already started to have an image of what could be on the horizon, just enough to speculate clever (and maybe even plan our upgrades). As a long -time fan of the Galaxy Watch LineUp, I am really curious to see how Samsung plans to rise this year. So let's dig into the rumor mill and see what it brings out.

Galaxy Watch 8 series at a glance

Samsung starts two smartwatch models every year, and 2025 seems to be no exception. Based on the established release pattern and credible industry sources of the company, we can expect the Standard Galaxy Watch 8 alongside a more first -class variant. In contrast to last year Galaxy Watch Ultra (overview), Current indications indicate that Samsung does not publish a successor to Ultra this time.

Instead, all signs indicate the return of the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, a fan favorite that is known for its characteristic rotating bezel. This is further supported by several leaks to which the elements of blend design refers and the speculation increases that the classic line celebrates a comeback.

In this guide for Galaxy Watch 8 Series you will find the most credible rumors and expert analyzes with which you can track, which may be prepared – whether it is a groundbreaking innovation or a predictable iteration – for the Smartwatch line -up of 2025.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8: release date

All indications indicate an official unveiling in early July 2025, according to the annual summer hardware cycle from Samsung. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic are expected to start next to the next foldable of the company – the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 – as part of a coordinated publication of ecosystems.

Nevertheless, Samsung has not yet confirmed the official date for its second unpacked event of 2025.

In July 2024, Samsung started the Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra next to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 – a strategy that probably does not change in 2025. / © NEXTPIT

Confirmed LECKS and official details

At this point, solid rumors about the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series are still limited, but when the expected start date approaches, leaks appear more often. Here are some of the more credible.

Samsung points to an innovative design

Samsung has quietly confirmed that the Galaxy Watch 8 is on the horizon – this is not only through a brand registration, but also in his latest profit call. In addition to speaking of an AI-driven Galaxy Tab S11, Samsung mentioned “a new Galaxy watch with innovative design and improved health-related functions”.

Although there is still no concrete information that supports speculation about this so-called “innovative design”, my assumption is like what we have seen with that Galaxy S25 Ultra (Review) – Samsung could indicate a new way to interact with the smartwatch that is operated by AI. For me this is the most plausible interpretation of your statement.

Perhaps we see artificial intelligence together with new sensors to provide more intuitive health knowledge or more intelligent user experiences. I would not even rule out the possibility that Samsung is researching camera-based spatial interactions.

Samsung recorded a number of upcoming products, including not only a AI-controlled S11 tablet, but also “a new Galaxy watch with innovative design and improved health-related functions”. pic.twitter.com/siyn4pfigh

– Bryan Ma (@bryanbma) April 30, 2025

Model numbers show variants

Pulled firmware and certification documents confirm several Galaxy Watch 8 variants in the works. The Bluetooth models are marked with SM-L320 and SM-L330, while the LTE-capable versions of SM-L325U and SM-L335U are sufficient.

This “L3xx” name scheme logically follows the model codes of the SM-L310- and L315 of the clock 7 and 7 and and proposes that we will see two fall sizes, each with optional LTE.

No surprises here, we know that they come, Samsung preparation for you

Here are the latest test firmware information

Bt/Wi-Fi:
SM-L320/L330 (“GW8”): U0ayc4
SM-L500 (“GW8C”): U0ayc4

Lte (we):
SM-L325U/L335U (“GW8”): U0ayc6
SM-L505U (“GW8C”): U0ayc6 pic.twitter.com/ca3hzoc52x

– Theordysm (@Theordysm) March 29, 2025

Okay, it may not be the most exciting leak – but until Samsung confirms the Galaxy Watch 8 line -up, this is the clearest note that we have that the company holds on its usual formula: two sizes, each, both in Bluetooth and LTE variants. Sometimes consistency is the real heading.

Return of the “classic” model

Accordingly XpertpickThe Galaxy Watch 8 Classic by name (model SM-L505U) has confirmed a Bluetooth certification application-a strong sign that Samsung brings the loved rotating bezel back next to the standard clock. It is a welcome step for fans who missed the tactile charm of the classic variant in last year's lineup.

Product list with Galaxy Watch8 Classic details from Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. — The Bluetooth -sig certification may have leaked the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic. / © Xpertpick

Battery capacity increase

Another selection from the Xpertpick team: Regulatory lists of security Korea and TÜV Rheinland reveal two new battery models (EB-BL330ABY and EB-BL505aby) for the Galaxy Watch 8 series, which probably correspond to two different case sizes.

The larger cell is rated at around 435 mAh – a modest bump over the 425 mAh in the Galaxy Watch 7 (overview). In other words, we look at a marginal capacity thrust of ~ 2%, just enough to say “technically improved”.

To add more weight

We recently reported on a rumor that Samsung could fall his legendary, circular watch face in favor of a “squircle” design – à la Apple Watch. Fortunately, that seems unlikely. An insider claimed that Samsung had examined a non -circular form factor internally, but a manager reported back, whereby concerns to overlook too much like Apple (as the Korean outlet was reported AJU News). The result? Most of the sources now agree that the Galaxy Watch 8 holds the classic round design without the case or the advertisement having important fillings for the housing or the display. And frankly, long-time Galaxy watch fans probably breathe relief.
Yes, the executives of Samsung have been discussing a non-invasive blood sugar monitoring and of course, the speculation about the upcoming smartwatches. But realistically speaking, this function still feels unattainable. While Samsung has publicly recognized that progress in optical glucose recognition has been recorded, there are no published studies that indicate that the technology is ready for the main time. A more plausible step would be that Samsung improves his health algorithms to offer early diabetes risk forecast -similar to the body scan we tested by our intelligent scales.
Last but not least I expect Samsung to further refine the health and fitness software introduced with the Galaxy Watch 7 Series. Functions such as the AI-driven Galaxy AI trainer and deeper integration of sleep analyzes with intelligent systems will probably be even more important in the upcoming Galaxy Watch line-up.

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