Hi there! I was going to buy the Gear S2 but i currently own a LG G Stylo (with 1GB of RAM) and just found that it needs to have at least 1.5GB of RAM. Is there a way to bypass this? is it going to work with my phone but with a limit? I really wanted the watch because it makes my work a lot easier. I currently own a Gear S, but it isnt compatible with my LG either, so i was going to try this one that says it does. Thanks a lot in advance guys!
I have removed the minimum RAM requirement check from the Samsung Gear app, so it's now also compatible with devices that have only 1GB of RAM.
Below is link to my blog where you can download the modified Samsung Gear app.
http://getgui.com/blog/android/how-...msung-gear-s2-s3-devices-less-than-1-5gb-ram/
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hi guys, I hope to be in the right and I checked among the topics but I did not have an answer.
However, my girlfriend gave me for xmas a s2 classic but I have an iPhone , so i want buy a samsung galaxy to use it .
Now the question : you know if there are any differences linking the gear s2 with a galaxy with only 1.5 gb of ram than more ?
For exemple , there are less function using an s4 mini instead of a galaxy s5 ? Because i know that there are some difference using un samsung galaxy or an other android phone , but anyone speak about it ?
Thank you for your answer guys and sorry for my english .but , most important , merry xmas !!
Anto92italy said:
hi guys, I hope to be in the right and I checked among the topics but I did not have an answer.
However, my girlfriend gave me for xmas a s2 classic but I have an iPhone , so i want buy a samsung galaxy to use it .
Now the question : you know if there are any differences linking the gear s2 with a galaxy with only 1.5 gb of ram than more ?
For exemple , there are less function using an s4 mini instead of a galaxy s5 ? Because i know that there are some difference using un samsung galaxy or an other android phone , but anyone speak about it
Thank you for your answer guys and sorry for my english .but , most important , merry xmas !!
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from my experience using a Galaxy Note 2 Galaxy Note 5 or galaxy s6 a galaxy s6 edge, a galaxy s5, a galaxy s4, and even a galaxy s3 connected to both my galaxy gear s and my gear s2 the only one I've had issues with is samsung galaxy note 5 & I think it's kind of hilarious seen as how it has 4 gigs of ram and an octocore processor, that being said the few differences I have noticed in the functionality of the gear when using different Galaxy devices is minimally changed. The apps that will not work are generally not phenomenal apps. And they are usually not updated anyway. In theory if you got an s4 versus any other galaxy device with one and a half gigs of RAM will probably have the same basic usability. I hope this help. I guess to shorten it down if you're trying to save some money. The Galaxy s4 will probably do you just fine. If you want to be 100% sure you have absolutely no issues at all you want the best bang for your buck get an S5. It's almost the perfect device for the gear.
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from my experience using a Galaxy Note 2 Galaxy Note 5 or galaxy s6 a galaxy s6 edge, a galaxy s5, a galaxy s4, and even a galaxy s3 connected to both my galaxy gear s and my gear s2 the only one I've had issues with is samsung galaxy note 5 & I think it's kind of hilarious seen as how it has 4 gigs of ram and an octocore processor, that being said the few differences I have noticed in the functionality of the gear when using different Galaxy devices is minimally changed. The apps that will not work are generally not phenomenal apps. And they are usually not updated anyway. In theory if you got an s4 versus any other galaxy device with one and a half gigs of RAM will probably have the same basic usability. I hope this help. I guess to shorten it down if you're trying to save some money. The Galaxy s4 will probably do you just fine. If you want to be 100% sure you have absolutely no issues at all you want the best bang for your buck get an S5. It's almost the perfect device for the gear.
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thank you for your answer, this is exactly what I wanted to know. I think eventually I'll get a s4 because I will use it as a second phone only for the gear and little else and buy a s5 only for this seems like a waste ...my phone will remain the main iphone 6 with which I am comfortable in the hope that soon will also be released the app for ios... then there is to say that here in Italy, for what it costs to buy a samsung, to have 4 GB of RAM I was watching the new OnePlus 2 (the same price of the galaxy s4 ......) but in that case lose apps made just for samsung .. shame ..
Hello everybody,
I bought a Samsung Gear S2 Classic and wanted to connect it with my Motorola Moto G2 (2014) with Android 6. Unfortunately it did not work, even though I have installed the following apps from the Play Store:
- Samsung Gear
- Gear Plugin
- Samsung Accessory Service
The seller told me i could connect without problems with all Android devices. But now, I have found that there is an official list of compatibilty devices:
samsung.com/global/galaxy/gear-s2/device-compatibility/
Is it possible that my Moto G2 can not connect with the Gear S2? That would be a big disappointment for me.
Thanks & Greetings
Milo
Here is a thread with the same issue. It looks like the problem is regarding to the less RAM in the Moto G2 (2014). The Gear S2 needs at least 1,5 GB but the Moto G2 (2014) has only 1 GB. It looks like i need to buy a new phone to use the Gear S2.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s2/help/pair-gear-s2-moto-g-t3323385
MiloGermany said:
Here is a thread with the same issue. It looks like the problem is regarding to the less RAM in the Moto G2 (2014). The Gear S2 needs at least 1,5 GB but the Moto G2 (2014) has only 1 GB. It looks like i need to buy a new phone to use the Gear S2.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s2/help/pair-gear-s2-moto-g-t3323385
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Hi,
look to the thread you linked.
Now there is a working solution.
Best regards
I have removed the minimum RAM requirement check from the Samsung Gear app, so it's now also compatible with devices that have only 1GB of RAM.
Below is link to my blog where you can download the modified Samsung Gear app.
http://getgui.com/blog/android/how-...msung-gear-s2-s3-devices-less-than-1-5gb-ram/
Hi all,
I'm looking at buying my first smart watch and the gear s2 seems to tick all the boxes for me. However, I've come across the gear app and plugin app in the play store and the reviews are terrible, with users bringing up issues with connectivity dropouts and the like.
I just wondered on your experiences on non-samsung phones with the S2?
(I'm on Nexus 6P, non rooted, 7.1.1)
Cheers!
GBULL15 said:
Hi all,
I'm looking at buying my first smart watch and the gear s2 seems to tick all the boxes for me. However, I've come across the gear app and plugin app in the play store and the reviews are terrible, with users bringing up issues with connectivity dropouts and the like.
I just wondered on your experiences on non-samsung phones with the S2?
(I'm on Nexus 6P, non rooted, 7.1.1)
Cheers!
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I have a GS2 Classic paired to a Moto Droid Turbo 2. Generally, no problems.
Occasional disconnects after upgrading to Nougat, but less than one/week.
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There are few differences in features available on the watch when using Samsung phone vs other brands. I know this first hand because I switched from a LG to a Samsung. But don't take my word for it, here's a chart that highlights the differences.
https://www.sammobile.com/2017/01/1...res-that-are-missing-from-the-gear-s3-on-ios/
Fine on xperia Z5C
All go fine on p9 lite. No issues and good connectivity.
However you can pair with all Android (4.3+) and at least 1.5GB of RAM. I read that you can pair the watch to smartphones with 1GB of RAM, but you have to modify Samsung Manager apk, see https://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s2/help/pair-gear-s2-moto-g-t3323385.
Yes you can use it with smartphone that has 1GB of RAM, but you need to use a modified Samsung Gear app.
Modified Samsung Gear app is available on my blog, I will try to update it as frequently as possible.
http://getgui.com/blog/android/how-...msung-gear-s2-s3-devices-less-than-1-5gb-ram/
GBULL15 said:
Hi all,
I'm looking at buying my first smart watch and the gear s2 seems to tick all the boxes for me. However, I've come across the gear app and plugin app in the play store and the reviews are terrible, with users bringing up issues with connectivity dropouts and the like.
I just wondered on your experiences on non-samsung phones with the S2?
(I'm on Nexus 6P, non rooted, 7.1.1)
Cheers!
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First experience I connect Gear S2 to Sony Xperia Z3 compact. Connection without problem but Gear app crashed. I solve it by installing older version of Gear app from APK mirror ( app from april 2016). It have no limitation. It was probably caused by ROOT.
Next I connect it to Moto Z play. No problem at all.
using non samsung phones we lost all the paid apps, right?
That s*cks :/
chediak said:
using non samsung phones we lost all the paid apps, right?
That s*cks :/
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App purchases are tied to your Samsung account, not the device. They only need be purchased once. Devices can be changed at will.
Hi
Dear Friends
The S3 is great ,,,,,, and the Tizan is amazing
but the problem is in the connection to android , I am wondering why large amount of phones are not supported , samsung did this trick to force us to buy there phones -which is smart move - but I am sure that we can connect any phone to the Gear S3
, and I think instead of trying to port android to S3 (Bad idea )
we can just give the Tizan its chance , by simply smart effort form our GENUS developer here , and remove the connectivity block
any one can help me ? , I tried this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...d-samsung-gear-app-android-n-samsung-t3547035
but it is not working
My phone : Moto g 1st gen , rooted android 5.1
Thanks
I've had my Gear S3 for about a week now and it works beautifully with my rooted/ROMd Nexus 6p. The only thing that won't work that I know of so far is Samsung Pay...
Maybe because your phone only has 1GB of ram and doesn't support Bluetooth 4.2?
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I've had my Gear S3 for about a week now and it works beautifully with my rooted/ROMd Nexus 6p. The only thing that won't work that I know of so far is Samsung Pay...
Maybe because your phone only has 1GB of ram and doesn't support Bluetooth 4.2?
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thanks for your reply ....
what should I do , do not tell me to buy new phone :silly: I am broken now
how can I connect ?
This is direct from Samsung's website.
The Gear S3 also works with a wide range of smartphones. Compatible with Android 4.4 and higher with over 1.5GB RAM
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Unless you can physically add more RAM to your phone and update the BT, you're hardware limited unless you can find some way to trick the watch into a BT 4.0 compatibility mode and find an APK that will run on 1GB of RAM...
foxxx5oh said:
This is direct from Samsung's website.
Unless you can physically add more RAM to your phone and update the BT, you're hardware limited unless you can find some way to trick the watch into a BT 4.0 compatibility mode and find an APK that will run on 1GB of RAM...
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I already have the RAMEXPANDER on my phone
And I already connected the watch on my friend phone for a wail , then I connected it on my phone , it is connecting but the gear app on the phone dose not find it , also it can be paired to the phone
cant we edit the BT and ram values ?
or cant d we edit the gear app ?
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I already have the RAMEXPANDER on my phone
And I already connected the watch on my friend phone for a wail , then I connected it on my phone , it is connecting but the gear app on the phone dose not find it , also it can be paired to the phone
cant we edit the BT and ram values ?
or cant d we edit the gear app ?
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It doesn't work that way, and your "Ram Expander" won't help.
No means no.
So i've never rooted a phone before, all i've done is activate the developeralternative and set 1 on bakground processes cause it's so slow. Still like the phone, don't wanna change.
However now comes the question. A lot of important apps like bank apps and such says my android version will not work anymore in the latest update.
Will the android version "get upgraded" if i root the phone? Sorry for being completely stupid.
I saw before lots of different download packages for S2 plus but i have no clue what to get, i have the samsung galaxy s2 plus 19105 version.
Thanks!
:bump: anyone??? Or do i need to get a new phone?
Better buy a new phone. The development is dead