In a surprising turn of events, a prototype unit of the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic has surfaced on eBay, providing what appears to be the first real-world confirmation of the much-discussed "squircle" design. The term "squircle" – a hybrid of square and circle – has been floating in tech circles for months, and now it seems Samsung is indeed taking a bold step away from its traditional circular watch face design.
This development marks a significant moment in the evolution of Samsung's wearables, suggesting not just a cosmetic shift but a broader rethinking of the Galaxy Watch’s usability, ergonomics, and software optimization. In this in-depth breakdown, we’ll explore everything we know so far about the Galaxy Watch8 Classic, the implications of the squircle form factor, the leak’s origin, what the eBay listing reveals, how it compares to past Galaxy Watch models, and what this could mean for the smartwatch market as a whole.
📦 1. The Leak: How the Ga...
In a significant contribution to wildlife research across the United States, the University of Rhode Island’s (URI) Department of Natural Resources Science has been deploying camera traps throughout its North Woods property. This project plays a key role in Snapshot USA, a collaborative national effort initiated by the Smithsonian Institution in 2019 to monitor mammal populations consistently across the country. Situated just beside the university’s main campus, North Woods covers 225 acres of forest, wetlands, and streams. This biodiverse habitat serves as a living laboratory where students and researchers collect crucial data on local fauna. What Makes Snapshot USA Unique? The Snapshot USA project sets itself apart by implementing standardized methods for data collection. While camera trap surveys are common in wildlife studies, they typically vary by region and institution. Snapshot USA enforces uniform protocols across all participating locations, which ensures that data gat...