Galaxy Watch 8 Series to Welcome Gemini App for Wear OS Launch
In a groundbreaking move, Samsung and Google have confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Watch 8 series will be the first devices to feature Google's new AI assistant, Gemini. The announcement comes ahead of Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for July 9, 2025, where the Galaxy Watch 8 series is expected to make its debut.
The Galaxy Watch 8 series, pre-installed with One UI 8 Watch OS (Wear OS 6), will replace Google Assistant with Gemini as the primary assistant. Initially, the series will be available in two sizes (40mm and 44mm) and both Wi-Fi and LTE variants.
Gemini is anticipated to offer improved natural language understanding compared to Google Assistant, as well as supporting extensions and apps in Gemini. Leaked materials suggest that the base Galaxy Watch 8 will feature some of the new pill-shaped UI elements used in One UI 8 Watch OS.
The Galaxy Watch 8 series is expected to incorporate new health features and AI enhancements like the Gemini AI integration and Gemini Actions. The watches will also boast upgraded hardware, including an Exynos W1000 chipset, 3GB RAM, and 64GB storage.
Reservations for the Galaxy Watch 8 series on Samsung.com come with up to $1,150 in savings and carry no obligation to buy. Additionally, those who reserve the Galaxy Watch 8 series will receive a $50 credit that can be used towards the purchase of the watch. The reservation also comes with 3x reward points and other perks.
While the Pixel Watch seems like an obvious extension for Gemini, the earlier launch of the Galaxy Watch 8 series may deflate a welcome launch feature for Google's next Pixel Watch release. Samsung has also opened reservations for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, in addition to the Galaxy Watch 8 series.
Roland Quandt of WinFuture has shared new details on Samsung's launch, including the leaked images of the Galaxy Watch 8 with Gemini. The images suggest that Google is launching Gemini for Wear OS starting with Samsung's new watches.
With the arrival of Gemini on Wear OS, Samsung and Google are set to redefine the smartwatch experience. The exact release date for Gemini on other Wear OS devices beyond the Galaxy Watch 8 series remains unclear. However, with the anticipated launch of the Galaxy Watch 8 series, it's an exciting time for smartwatch enthusiasts and AI technology enthusiasts alike.
The Galaxy Watch 8 series, equipped with One UI 8 Watch OS (Wear OS 6), will feature Google's new AI assistant, Gemini, as its primary assistant, replacing Google Assistant. Gemini is expected to offer improved natural language understanding and support for extensions and apps, setting a new standard for AI assistance within smartwatches.
