Samsung on 28th August, just 5 days ahead of the Unpacked 4 event at IFA in Berlin, Germany, unveiled the Samsung Gear S; the next generation smart wearable device that expands the smartphone experience to the wrist. The new Samsung Gear S delivers 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. 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.”, said JK Shin, CEO and head of IT & mobile communication at Samsung Electronics.
The Samsung Gear S fits comfortably on user’s wrist and has been designed with an elegant, curved Super AMOLED display and flexible band. It also has a 3G connectivity feature.
Industry-Leading Curved Super AMOLED Display – The Samsung Gear S features a 2-inch curved Super AMOLED display that provides a richer view with a beautiful and easy-to-use Ui (user interface). It allows users to read messages and notifications at a single glance with features such as conversation 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 their favourite social networks, calendars and bookings, and applications even when away from their phone. How does it do this? 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 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 Maps
- 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.
via Samsung Mobile Press.
