Samsung Unleashes The Curved Gear S Wearable!

Moments ago the LG G Watch R was unveiled and on September 4th, it is most likely that Motorola will unleash more information on the Moto 360, but now it is Samsung’s turn. They have just announced the Gear S, which is another smart watch or smart wearable device from Samsung, but this one packs a unique design and 3G connectivity on board. 

It features a curved 2-inch Super AMOLED display and a flexible band or wrist strap, it is uniquely design to fit very comfortably on the wrist of the user. The display will be customizable along as a customizable wrist band, allowing you to create a style that matches yours. It also has both 3G and Bluetooth connectivity built right in. This means even when you are away from your smartphone, you can still see updates, get notifications, and use all of the features of the device. Unlike the Moto 360 and the G Watch R, the Gear S is running TIZEN, which is of course Samsung’s own operating system. This means that the application election is smaller and that it will most likely only work with other Samsung devices. With that being said you do get turn-by-turn walking directions via HERE. S-Health and Nike+ Running is on board as well, this way you can still use it for health tracking as well. While we don’t have exact pricing or availability just yet, the Gear S should begin to be available in October 2014.

Press Release

Samsung Gear S Enhances the Smart Wearable Experience

The Gear S offers a beautiful curved design combined with

3G connectivity on the wrist

Seoul, Korea – [August 28, 2014] – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled the Samsung Gear S, the next generation smart wearable device that expands the smartphone experience to the wrist.  The new Samsung Gear Sdelivers an up-to-date smart wearable experience with 3G connectivity and wearable optimized features to meet the evolving needs of consumers.

“Samsung is leading this exciting and rapidly developing wearable category through progressive innovation,” said JK Shin, CEO and head of IT & mobile communication at Samsung Electronics. “The Samsung Gear S redefines the idea of the smart wearable and the culture of mobile communication. It will let consumers live a truly connected life anywhere, anytime.” 

Designed with an elegant, curved Super AMOLED display and flexible band, the Samsung Gear S fits comfortably on user’s wrist. Through 3G connectivity, the Samsung Gear S offers a new, powerful wearable experience and gives consumers the freedom to live their life on the go. 

Industry-Leading Curved Super AMOLED Display

The Samsung Gear S features a 2-inch curved Super AMOLED display, providing a richer view with a beautiful and easy-to-use user interface. It allows users to read messages and notifications at a single glance with features such asconversation view and condensed font. The Samsung Gear S’s chic, curved design fits comfortably around the contours of the wrist, while its customizable screen options and changeable straps empower users to express their own taste and style.

Truly Connected Experience 

The Samsung Gear S extends its communication capabilities to include 3G as well as Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, allowing users to stay informed with seamless notifications from social networks, calendars and applications even when away from their phone. It lets users to instantly reply to incoming messages using the onscreen keyboard, or utilize enhanced S voice functionality to ensure tasks can be completed immediately. Finally, with the Samsung Gear S, people can seamlessly make and receive calls directly from their wrist, or get calls forwarded from their smartphones.

The Samsung Gear S allows consumers to control how they want to connect, switching easily between 3G and Bluetooth connections, and automatically synchronizing information when paired to a smartphone. 

Extended Features & Applications

The Samsung Gear S provides easy access to relevant information through essential widgets and combined notification boards. Its powerful features include turn-by-turn pedestrian navigation provided by HERE, a 24-hour news and views service from The Financial Times ‘fastFT’, works together with advanced-reading technology from Spritz, and the ability to see and respond to important social notifications instantly with Facebook. Together, these features allow users to be live and actionable while on the go.

The Samsung Gear S is also a perfect health and fitness companion with more enhanced multi-sensors, built-in GPS, and robust S Health features. In addition, applications such as Nike+ Running allow users to track their runs and stay motivated while on the move, without their smartphone.

Also announced today with the Samsung Gear S is the new Samsung Gear Circle. When paired with a smartphone,users can easily receive calls, listen to music, and make voice commands in style through a Bluetooth connection. It features a magnetic lock which clasps around the user’s neck when not in use, as well as a vibrate function to signal incoming calls and notifications.

Both the Samsung Gear S and the Gear Circle will be available in global markets in phases through Samsung’s retail channels, e-commerce websites and via carriers beginning October.

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