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Samsung’s older smartwatches are heavily discounted for Fall Prime Day

If you don’t need quite the latest and greatest from Samsung’s smartwatch lineup, the Galaxy Watch 7, Watch 8, and 8 Classic are pretty compelling for Fall Prime Day right now. more…

Samsung’s older smartwatches are heavily discounted for Fall Prime Day

Samsung is offering discounts on its older smartwatches ahead of Fall Prime Day. The Galaxy Watch 7, Watch 8, and 8 Classic are on sale, making them tempting options for consumers looking to upgrade without breaking the bank. The 40mm Watch 7 is priced at $159, while the 44mm version is available for $190. These prices are slightly higher than the watches' lowest points seen in recent months.

The 40mm Watch 8 is currently at its lowest price ever, costing $220. The 44mm Watch 8 is also near its all-time low, sitting at $250. Among the options, the Watch 8 Classic stands out, with its large 46mm face and rotating bezel now discounted to $350, close to the watch's all-time low of $335 during a Prime Day sale in June.

For those eager to get their hands on Samsung's most recent smartwatch, the Watch 9 is available for $319 directly from the company.

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