Everything works like the last one I had the 4. But, now the ECG doesn't work. It keeps blaming it on my arm. Since I've owned it. If you are looking for this feature, and I was, I'd be apprehensive of getting it.
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Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, December 16, 2025
Hello Bill, Thanks for reaching out to share your feedback with us about your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic. We value your candor as we continue to improve our product line. If you can’t record your ECG when using the Samsung Health Monitor app, can’t see your ECG results, or are receiving poor or inconclusive results, there are a few things you can check. These include checking the Bluetooth connection between your Galaxy watch and phone, making sure you’re wearing your watch correctly, and cleaning your hands and arms before recording. Keep in mind that the information gathered from this device, Samsung Health, or related software is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent disease or other conditions. The ECG app is not intended for users under 22 years old or with known arrhythmias, other than atrial fibrillation, and is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional. When you have the time available, please review "Inaccurate or no ECG results in Samsung Health Monitor" to help resolve what you have described to be experiencing with your watch. Let us know afterward if you have any questions or if you would like any further assistance by contacting Samsung Support. We're always happy to listen and work toward a better experience for our customers. Thank you for being a valued Samsung customer. - Debra
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I really like the watch itself and the health features that are available to me do an amazing job. Battery life has been fantastic even when using it heavily, and features are plentiful.
My only issue is that some features are behind a Samsung wall. As I don't have a Samsung phone, I can't use all of the health features that the watch has to offer. The irritating thing of course, is that a Samsung phone isn't necessary as these are features of the watch, the phone shouldn't matter. Also, when buying the watch I didn't see anything on the store page saying not all features would be available if you didn't have a Samsung phone.
So I'd say great watch, but beware, you can't use all features unless you also have a Samsung phone.
I love this watch! It has everything i meed and the battery is exellent. Im very happy with this purchase and i would totally recomend to anybody wanting a beautiful great quality watch!