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What Apps Are Available for Galaxy Watch 8?

The Galaxy Watch 8 runs Wear OS 6 with access to the Google Play Store and Galaxy Store. With 32GB storage, you have plenty of room for apps, music, and offline content.


Pre-installed Apps

Ready to use out of the box:

  • Samsung Health: Health and fitness tracking, workouts, sleep analysis
  • Google Gemini: AI assistant for voice commands and smart responses
  • Google Pay: Contactless NFC payments
  • Google Maps: Navigation with offline support
  • SmartThings: Smart home device control
  • YouTube Music: Streaming with offline downloads

Download from Google Play Store:

Fitness

  • Strava, Nike Run Club, Adidas Running, MyFitnessPal

Music & Audio

  • Spotify, Pandora, Audible, Podcasts

Productivity

  • Microsoft Outlook, Todoist, Evernote, Keep

Communication

  • WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, Messenger

Health & Wellness

  • Calm, Headspace, Sleep Cycle

App Stores

Two app stores provide access to apps:

  • Google Play Store: Thousands of Wear OS apps for all categories
  • Galaxy Store: Samsung-exclusive apps and watch faces

Installing Apps

Install directly on the watch:

  1. Open Google Play Store from the app list
  2. Browse categories or search by name
  3. Tap Install to download
  4. Apps sync automatically with your phone

Or install remotely from your phone through the Galaxy Wearable app.


Storage Tips

With 32GB storage, you can install many apps. Tips for management:

  • Remove unused apps to free space
  • Download music and podcasts for offline use
  • Sync only needed playlists rather than full libraries

See Also: Galaxy Watch 8 Apps Guide|Galaxy Watch 8 Operating System|Galaxy Watch 8 Specifications