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Digital Trends
21-07-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
Save hundreds on Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch Ultra preorder
We're entering a new era of Samsung devices starting on July 25th. You can already pre-order Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 phones with a bonus $50 credit and extra offers, but did you know that you can do the same with the upcoming era of the brand's new and best smartwatches? Here, we'll go over what's available, our thoughts on each entry in the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series, how to get them, and how much you can save. Just remember that you need to pre-order before July 25th to get these good deals. Preorder the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is the standard entry into the newest series of Samsung smartwatches. The Galaxy Watch 8's features list is quite long, including things like bedtime guidance, vascular stress, and even some quirky additions like an antioxidant index, among others. It's also the first watch to have ectopic heartbeat detection, a potentially lifesaving feature. The watch has a base price of $380, but you can save up to $200 with a trade-in or get $50 of credit without a trade-in. Plus, you can get 47% off Galaxy Buds 3 Pro or 15% off Galaxy Buds 3 with your pre-order by selecting of the exclusive offers below the 'Samsung Care+' options. Tap the button below to get started on your pre-order and secure your offer before July 25th. Preorder the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is the standard Watch 8's more refined cousin, giving that 'classic' watch look while maintaining the same Watch 8 smarts. Where the standard Watch 8 has a digital bezel that you can use to navigate the watch's functions, the Watch 8 Classic uses a real rotating bezel. While we don't necessarily think that this is 100% better, having something real to grab onto will solve issues if you have wet fingers. The Classic edition of the Galaxy Watch 8 will retail for $500. But, with your pre-order you can save up to $250 via trade-in or get a $100 credit without a trade-in. Then, you can get 47% off Galaxy Buds 3 Pro or 15% off Galaxy Buds 3 as a nice bonus for pre-ordering. Preorder the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra There's nothing like 'Ultra' to signify that something is the premium of its cohort. The 2025 Galaxy Watch Ultra features the brand's longest-lasting watch battery yet, the largest screen of the series while being slightly lower in weight than the 8 Classic, and a 10ATM water pressure rating (double the 5ATM present on the 8 and 8 Classic), all while maintaining the great health insights of the other models. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 will retail for $650, but you can save $100 when you pre-order, plus save up to $250 with a trade-in. This watch also offers the best complimentary offers, giving you 87% off the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro or 71% off the Galaxy Buds 3.
Phone Arena
03-07-2025
- Phone Arena
Samsung's exclusive phone colors are causing repair delays and customers aren't happy
Trouble in Icy Blue The issue came to light when a The issue came to light when a Galaxy Z Fold 5 owner attempted to get their Icy Blue model serviced at an authorized uBreakiFix location for a network-related issue. Eventually, Samsung offered a replacement unit with a $99 deductible — later reduced to $1 — but even then, the replacement came in a completely different color. Would you still pick an exclusive Samsung color knowing repairs might be harder? Yes – I'll stick to standard colors for easier support Maybe – depends on how rare the color is No – I'd still pick the exclusive finish I love Samsung should improve support for all color options Yes – I'll stick to standard colors for easier support 0% Maybe – depends on how rare the color is 0% No – I'd still pick the exclusive finish I love 0% Samsung should improve support for all color options 0% Samsung Care Plus can't always save you The service center didn't have matching replacement parts in stock, and neither did any of the nearby centers. A technician offered to use a different-colored part, but there was a snag: a Samsung Care rep confirmed that the device wouldn't activate if the housing color didn't match (ridiculous...).Eventually, Samsung offered a replacement unit with a $99 deductible — later reduced to $1 — but even then, the replacement came in a completely different color. Receive the latest Samsung news Subscribe By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy What to expect at Unpacked Samsung is expected to unveil the What's surprising here is that this happened despite the user having Samsung Care Plus, the company's premium support package that promises 'complete peace of mind' for accidental damage and repairs. In theory, it should cover issues like this without much hassle. In practice, it seems your peace of mind might depend on what color you picked at through the Reddit thread, you'll find other users sharing the same frustration — especially those who opted for flashy, exclusive finishes like Coral Red or Titanium Jadegreen. Replacement parts for these shades just don't seem to be widely stocked is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 at next week's Unpacked event — and leaks point to an exclusive Mint Green color option being available for both. A question of popularity It's hard not to see this as a reflection of sales volume. Samsung's exclusive online finishes are only available through its website, which likely limits how many are sold. That lower volume makes it understandable (but still frustrating) that replacement parts aren't as readily available. At the end of the day, the bold colors are a fun way to make your phone stand out. But if Samsung can't support them properly after the sale even with Care Plus coverage, then maybe it's time to rethink how exclusive these shades really should be. Based on the aforementioned repair experiences, though, that color could come with complications down the road. If you care about fast and painless service, sticking with the standard colorways might be the smarter call hard not to see this as a reflection of sales volume. Samsung's exclusive online finishes are only available through its website, which likely limits how many are sold. That lower volume makes it understandable (but still frustrating) that replacement parts aren't as readily the end of the day, the bold colors are a fun way to make your phone stand out. But if Samsung can't support them properly after the sale even with Care Plus coverage, then maybe it's time to rethink how exclusive these shades really should be. Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase This offer is not available in your area. Samsung's eye-catching and colorful limited-edition phone finishes may look great in your hand, but they might not be so pretty when it's time for repairs. According to a recent user report on Reddit, getting a Galaxy flagship fixed in one of Samsung's exclusive online-only colorways can result in significant delays — even for those with Samsung Care+ coverage.
