Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series review: The Classic is bold, the standard is practical

Samsung’s latest wearables, the Galaxy Watch8 Classic and the Galaxy Watch8, share plenty beneath the surface. Both run the same software, both pack identical health and fitness features, and both feel like solid upgrades over earlier Galaxy Watches.

But after wearing them side by side for a while, I realised these two watches are really about personality — one is chunky and commanding, the other sleek and easy-going.

Design that splits opinions

The Galaxy Watch8 Classic immediately stood out to me for its design. I’ve always liked watches that…