Early Prime Day deal: Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 drops to $289.99 at Amazon
SAVE $40: As of Sept. 24, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is on sale for $289.99 on Amazon. That's a 12% discount on the list price.
October Prime Day (also known as Prime Big Deal Days) kicks off on Oct. 6. The two-day event will feature a range of products at reduced prices, from tech to household essentials. But as always, Amazon has started introducing some deals early, with discounts on fitness trackers already live.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is included in the mix. As of Sept. 24, you can find it reduced to $289.99, down by $40.
This watch is packed with a wide range of features, including tools to help you sleep better. Advanced Sleep Coaching and Bedtime Guidance both help you build a better sleep routine, using your personalized Energy Score, which accounts for your previous day's sleep, activity, and heart rate to give you a snapshot of your overall health.
If you're a runner, you'll get the benefit of the Running Coach feature. This analyzes your performance and gives you real-time feedback, with training programs for events ranging from 5Ks to marathons. You can also use it to monitor your heart rate, track steps, and check your blood pressure when calibrated with a compatible blood pressure cuff.
Plus, it has lots of lifestyle features too that make it a great smartwatch. Check sports scores, see the weather, and read your phone notifications at a glance. It also has a built-in AI assistant that can help with tasks and to-do lists.
Head to Amazon to get this Samsung watch deal.
Lois Mackenzie is a freelance reporter at Mashable. Over the years she has written for many publications, covering everything from the local news to the best pair of running shoes. You can find bylines in publications including Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, usually covering deals on everything from earbuds to TVs, or guides on how to beat your half marathon time.
Lois also holds a Master's degree in Digital Journalism from Strathclyde University and obtained a Master of Arts in English Literature at the University of Aberdeen.