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Release date: 18 Aug 2017
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Samsung Gear S2 review

Samsung Gear S2. Display diagonal: 3.05 cm (1.2"), Display type: SAMOLED, Display resolution: 360 x 360 pixels, Touchscreen. Processor frequency: 1000 MHz, RAM capacity: 512 MB, Flash memory: 4 GB. Wi-Fi. Battery capacity: 250 mAh. Weight: 47 g. Band material: Elastomer, Band colour: Grey. Operating system installed: Tizen

Design

Gear S2 comes full circle with a durable stainless steel body that sits slim and sleek on your wrist. Customizing the watch face and changing watch bands is so easy, it's a device for all occasions.

Gear S2 X ATELIER MENDINI

In a beautiful partnership, Alessandro Mendini brings his taste, humor and sense of color to the Gear S2. The result is a range of watch faces and watch bands that completes your personal style.

Movement

Things you need most from your smartphone are available with a simple twist on Gear S2. Gently turn the Bezel to scroll through long emails, zoom into a map and play the next track. Life keeps getting better with every turn.

S Health

Taking charge of your health is easy with Gear S2. Track your daily activity levels, heart rate and water vs. caffeine intake. Continue to stay fit with timely motivational messages.
- Monitor daily activity levels - Track water vs. caffeine intake - Measure your pulse - Select type of exercise - Count your steps

Power

Stay in the loop, keep fit and even buy a latte with Gear S2. And when it's time for a recharge, simply place it on the wireless charging dock.

Partners

We've partnered up with a growing portfolio of amazing apps to make Gear S2 work for you. From going the distance to keeping your home secure, everything is possible.

Nike+ Running

The Nike+ Running App tracks your runs and helps you reach your goals.

Twitter Trends

Stay up to date on top local trends and Tweets from popular accounts.

LINE

Enrich your mobile life with LINE, a global messaging app that's both fast and easy to use.

Yelp for Gear

Browse reviews to find the most highly recommended local businesses including restaurants, bars, shops and more.

Volkswagen

The Car-Net(US)/e-Remote(EU) app gives you access to useful features for your connected vehicle -- no matter where you are.

SmartThings

No more worries about lights left on and doors unlocked. Control your home when you're away.

Samsung Pay

Pay for your coffee or grab a quick bite with a wave of your arm. Hold your wrist near the NFC reader and you're done.

Connectivity

With enough space to store 300 songs synced seamlessly from your phone, your favorite playlists go where you go. Even when you leave your phone at home to go for a run. Gear S2 and Level U Bluetooth headphones are all you need.

Samsung Gear S2 specs

Display

Pixel density: 302 ppi
Display diagonal: 3.05 cm (1.2")
Touchscreen: yes
Display resolution: 360 x 360 pixels
Display type: SAMOLED

Performance

Processor cores: 2
Processor frequency: 1000 MHz
Processor model: Exynos 3250
Flash memory: 4 GB
RAM capacity: 512 MB
Compatible memory cards: Not supported
Operating system installed: Tizen
Built-in camera: no
Built-in microphone: yes

Design

International Protection (IP) code: IP68
Protection features: Dust resistant, Waterproof
Removable strap: yes
Shape: Round
Band material: Elastomer
Band colour: Grey
Watch case material: Stainless steel
Watch case colour: Grey
Watch case size: 42 mm
Market positioning: Smartwatch

Features

Barometer: yes
Ambient light sensor: yes
Audio formats supported: AAC,M4A,MP3,OGG
Gyroscope: yes
Accelerometer: yes
Heart rate monitor: yes

Ports & interfaces

Near Field Communication (NFC): yes
Bluetooth version: 4.1
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi: yes
Bluetooth: yes

Power

Battery life (max): 24 h
Battery capacity: 250 mAh
Battery technology: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Weight & dimensions

Weight: 47 g
Thickness: 1.14 cm
Depth: 49.8 mm
Width: 42.3 mm

Packaging content

Charging base: yes
Manual: yes