Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 available at Costco for $339.99 with chargers and gift card

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9, set to launch on August 7th, is available for preorder at Costco for $339.99 — $40 below Samsung's list price. The bundle includes the 40mm watch in cream or graphite, two wireless fast chargers, and a $50 Costco gift card, adding over $50 in extra value. The deal effectively offsets the $30 price increase over the previous generation while throwing in additional perks. The Watch 9 features a new Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite chip designed for AI performance, along with improved health tracking and better battery life compared to the Watch 8. Non-members can join Costco for $65 annually, which is less than the combined value of the free items included in the bundle.

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