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Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£400
Screen size: 1.50 inch
Battery life: 2 day/s
Display type: AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

8.7

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8.7

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8.9

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm

Overall score

8.7

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.

When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.

Health

8.7

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Brand name

What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.

When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Samsung

Heart rate monitor

What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

Blood oxygen monitoring

What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

ECG

What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

Irregular heart rate warnings

What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Fitness

9.7

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Accelerometer

What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Barometer

What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Gyroscope

What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cadence sensor

What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Distance tracking

What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Battery

6.4

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Battery life

What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7 days

Battery life in training mode

What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=36.8 h

Battery life with GPS on

What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=35 h

Battery power

What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=397 mAh

Charge time

What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.

When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <=102 min

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Smart features

9.6

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Operating system

What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.

When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

Importance: HIGH

Software update frequency

What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.

When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

Importance: MEDIUM

Third-party app support

What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.

When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

Importance: MEDIUM

Notifications

What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.

When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Voice assistant support

What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Connectivity

7.9

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Cellular module

What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.

When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

Importance: HIGH

SIM cards

What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.

When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

Importance: LOW

Good value: eSIM support

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GPS

What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: HIGH

Galileo support

What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Compass

What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Display & Design

9.3

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Screen size

What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1.5 inch

Display type

What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: HIGH

Resolution

What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=416 x 416

Pixel density

What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=326 ppi

Display brightness

What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.

When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 nits

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Hardware

9.1

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CPU speed

What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.

When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Modern standard

Processor model

What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.

When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

Importance: LOW

Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

RAM

What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.

When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=1 GB

Internal storage

What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.

When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8 GB

External memory slot

What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.

When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

Importance: LOW

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Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm vs the average smartwatch

Why is Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm better than the average smartwatch?

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2,400 nits higher display brightness
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (3,000 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=1000 nits
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (3,000 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.3,000 nits vs 600 nits
Has ECG
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
60 min shorter charge time
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <=102 min
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.60 min vs 120 min
Stronger display glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.sapphire vs mineral glass
Includes fall detection
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
What it is: Automatic detection of hard falls that can trigger checks or emergency actions.
When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
Includes wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
Supports proprietary WPC-based wireless charging.
What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
Has blood pressure monitoring
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
Availability may vary by model or region.
What it is: Blood pressure measurement or estimation features available through the watch ecosystem.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
28 GB more storage
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=8 GB
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.32 GB vs 4 GB
Has ECG
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Has blood pressure monitoring
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
Has HRV tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
Has readiness score
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
Supports VO2 max
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
Has irregular heart alerts
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Has weight tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
Supports water intake tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
Has barometer
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Has cadence sensor
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Has external HR monitor
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
60 min shorter charge time
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
Includes wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
135 mAh larger battery capacity
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (435 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
10 h longer GPS battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
Has NFC
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
Includes maps
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 32.2% of smartwatches support maps.
Has compass
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
Supports Wi-Fi
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
Supports Galileo
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Newer Bluetooth version
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
2,400 nits higher display brightness
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (3,000 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
Stronger display glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
Higher resolution
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a display resolution of 480x 480, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
Has rugged design
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
127 ppi higher pixel density
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (453 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
3 mm thinner watch body
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm is thinner than the average smartwatch (8.6 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
0.1 inch larger screen size
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
11 g lighter weight
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm is lighter than the average smartwatch (34 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
2 mm narrower band
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
Includes fall detection
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
More advanced operating system
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
Supports Emergency SOS
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
Supports third-party apps
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
More frequent updates
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
28 GB more storage
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
Faster CPU speed
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm uses a CPU configuration of 1x 1.6 GHz + 4x 1.5 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
1 GB more RAM
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
4 year/s newer release date
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.

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Why is Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm worse than the average smartwatch?

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No routes
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
5 day/s shorter battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers 2 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
Up to 30 days with always-on.
Less complete iOS compatibility
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
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No smart alarm
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
Less complete iOS compatibility
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
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What it is: Shows how well the smartwatch works with iPhone pairing, syncing, and core features.
When it matters: When you use an iPhone and want the watch to pair, sync, and keep its main features working properly.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
5 day/s shorter battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers 2 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
Up to 30 days with always-on.
What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=7 days
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm offers 2 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.2 day/s vs 7 day/s
No smart alarm
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.
Importance: LOW
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
No routes
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
What it is: Support for following saved routes, courses, or turn guidance during activities.
When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.
Importance: LOW
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
3.08x more expensive
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£400 vs £130).
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£400 vs £130).£400 vs £130

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(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm?

Attractive and slim 'cushion' design that is more distinctive than previous generations.
Extremely bright 3,000-nit AMOLED display remains easily readable in direct sunlight.
LTE connectivity allows for standalone calls and messages without a tethered smartphone.
Comprehensive health suite including new AI-powered features like Sleep Apnea detection and Energy Scores.
Fast and responsive performance powered by a 3nm processor and Wear OS 6.
Accurate GPS and heart rate tracking during workouts.

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 introduces a "squircle" design similar to the Watch Ultra, focusing on aesthetics while retaining the internal hardware and Exynos W1000 chip of its predecessor. Key pros highlighted in the review include a significantly brighter 3,000-nit AMOLED display, a slimmer profile, a secure strap system, and new health metrics like antioxidant levels and an...Read more

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 acts as a refined evolution, addressing prior concerns regarding software speed, display brightness, and overall fit with a new 3,000-nit Super AMOLED screen. It enhances tracking accuracy with upgraded sensors and introduces advanced AI, including sleep apnea detection, positioning itself as a mature, versatile device. However, the device still faces...Read more

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