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What OS Does Galaxy Watch 8 Run?

The Galaxy Watch 8 runs Wear OS 6 with Samsung's One UI 8 Watch interface. It was the first smartwatch to launch with Google's latest wearable operating system in July 2025.


Wear OS 6 Features

Wear OS 6 brings several major improvements over previous versions.

  • Google Gemini AI: Advanced AI assistant with natural language processing and contextual suggestions.

  • Better Battery Management: Improved power optimization extends battery life through intelligent background processing.

  • Enhanced Performance: Optimized for the 3nm Exynos W1000 processor with faster app loading and smoother animations.

  • Material 3 Design: Modern visual design language with customizable color theming.


One UI 8 Watch

Samsung's custom interface layer adds features on top of Wear OS 6.

  • Samsung Health Integration: Deep integration with Samsung's health ecosystem for advanced wellness features.

  • Galaxy AI Features: Energy Score, sleep insights, and AI-powered health recommendations.

  • Samsung Ecosystem: Seamless integration with Galaxy phones, earbuds, and smart home devices.

  • Knox Security: Enterprise-grade protection for business users.


Google Services

Full access to Google's app and service ecosystem.

  • Google Play Store: Thousands of WearOS apps for fitness, productivity, and entertainment
  • Google Pay: Contactless NFC payments
  • Google Maps: Turn-by-turn navigation with offline support
  • Google Gemini: Advanced AI assistant

Update Support

The Galaxy Watch 8 is expected to receive:

  • 3+ years of major OS updates
  • Regular security patches
  • Feature updates through Samsung and Google

See Also: Galaxy Watch 8 Operating System Guide|Galaxy Watch 8 Apps|What's New in Galaxy Watch 8