In the newest iteration, the Watch probably sees the least amount of design change. Which isn’t a bad thing at all since it still remains the most comfortable wearable device for all-day and all-night wear. Both the 41mm and 45mm versions have a slim profile and the edge-to-edge display that fuses with the frame can be as dressy or sporty as the strap you choose. The stainless steel case in graphite of our 45mm review sample ups the “formal” quotient a fair bit though.
The biggest change is on the inside, with new sensors that enable temperature sensing for more accurate analysis of retrospective ovulation so you can make lifestyle changes if necessary. The twin temperature sensors are placed just under the main display and at the bottom, mitigating any ambient effects on the readings. The temperature sensors will also help with wrist temperature during sleep tracking, provided you first set a baseline by wearing the watch to bed for at least five nights. New barometer and gyroscope measure pressure changes and extremely high G-forces, necessary for enabling the headlining feature, Crash Detection. Made possible with improved motion sensors and even more capable accelerometers that can monitor forces up to 256Gs, Crash Detection is one of the primary new hardware-related improvements in the S8 compared to the S7. If set up, it will automatically trigger a call to emergency services, yes, even in India, and even alert emergency contacts. Visually though, this is a case for Holmes, as they look identical with a couple of varying shades of silver to choose from.