I hope to find an stick on watch face for the non classic gear s2. I made one but it's good for now
You mean a sticker for the bezel? Not sure I follow...
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You mean a sticker for the bezel? Not sure I follow...
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Yes stickers of watch faces to make it look better. Mine is a real watch face of an old watch I had and it fits just right and it looks classic. I can remove it and stick it back on any time. But sticker would look good too.
jaime4272 said:
Yes stickers of watch faces to make it look better. Mine is a real watch face of an old watch I had and it fits just right and it looks classic. I can remove it and stick it back on any time. But sticker would look good too.
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Looks cool! Just so you know, the wheel that turns is called a "bezel". The part on the wheel that has numbers and markings is called a "bezel insert", and a "watch face" on a smartwatch is the type of dial you choose in the app store or on your watch. Mixing up the terms can get confusing. So...did you replace the entire bezel on the gear s2 with another one from a real watch (including the bezel insert), or did you keep the original bezel and just added a bezel insert from another watch?
Bezel + New pictures
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Looks cool! Just so you know, the wheel that turns is called a "bezel". The part on the wheel that has numbers and markings is called a "bezel insert", and a "watch face" on a smartwatch is the type of dial you choose in the app store or on your watch. Mixing up the terms can get confusing. So...did you replace the entire bezel on the gear s2 with another one from a real watch (including the bezel insert), or did you keep the original bezel and just added a bezel insert from another watch?
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Thanks for clearing that for me. I'll change the title and no I didn't replaced the bezel I just stick on an older watch bezel that I remove it from. I had to trim it thin to stick it on to the gear s2. I added ne pictures.
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Here are initial photos of my Classic with different watch faces.
I will post more photos after changing my watch straps, but so far, I'm loving this smartwatch!
Rolling a brown leather strap (don't care for black leather on a black watch) and a Captain America face I made on Mr. TimeMaker
Here is mine with watch faces I made with MrTimeMaker.
I will be getting two brown straps soon, will post an updates. :good:
Got a new strap!
My dark brown leather strap arrived today!
I say it looks much better than the default black strap!
@arbores (1st poster)
Very nice Watch faces, too!
Where did you get them?
-ThyMaster
It's called Gear O'Clock Swiss Sense.
You can change background colors also on that watch face.
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@arbores (1st poster)
Very nice Watch faces, too!
Where did you get them?
-ThyMaster
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Got a brown strap, looks much better now IMO. :good:
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My dark brown leather strap arrived today!
I say it looks much better than the default black strap!
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That's a nice watch face. What's the name of it?
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That's a nice watch face. What's the name of it?
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Gear O'Clock Swiss Sense.
Matching watch face!
It's fun to match the watch face designs to the dark brown leather strap.
Here's what I had for a group presentation today.
The watch face name is "Fusion."
Here are some photos of my classic.
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Here are some photos of my classic.
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That is a gorgeous strap, where did you get it. I am just about to pull the trigger on my first SW. Figured the GS2 will pair up nicely with my Note 5
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ricanbandit said:
That is a gorgeous strap, where did you get it. I am just about to pull the trigger on my first SW. Figured the GS2 will pair up nicely with my Note 5
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I got the strap from Amazon. If you search for ceramic 20mm, you will find it. It comes from China so it takes awhile to be delivered.
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That looks wonderful!
I have ordered the same band a couple of weeks ago and am waiting patiently while enjoying the brown leather strap for now.
Does everyone here have small wrists, I'd say mine are average male but the watch look tiny.
In all the photos here the watches look nice and chunky
Post a picture of your arm.
Might not be as average as you think.
Anyway, the watch is big enough. Bigger and you cant wear it in the gym,
which is a sellingpoint for me. My watch from Certina is just a little bit bigger.
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Does everyone here have small wrists, I'd say mine are average male but the watch look tiny.
In all the photos here the watches look nice and chunky
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It's a question of personal taste. I've got used to large watches but I figured the Gear S2 classic would be perfect since I have small wrists. Once I got it though, my first thought was that it was so small lol. Tbh I would prefer it if it was slightly larger, but it's not really a "small" watch...If anything, it's standard size but may be too small for anyone used to the oversized watches currently in style. My two cents, in the end it comes down to what you want on your wrist I guess
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It's a question of personal taste. I've got used to large watches but I figured the Gear S2 classic would be perfect since I have small wrists. Once I got it though, my first thought was that it was so small lol. Tbh I would prefer it if it was slightly larger, but it's not really a "small" watch...If anything, it's standard size but may be too small for anyone used to the oversized watches currently in style. My two cents, in the end it comes down to what you want on your wrist I guess
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True is the same as a few of my watches but I think the measly 20 mm strap don't help.
I found my Gear 2 was big and could not slide under my shirt cuffs, be nice trying the S2 out tomorrow.
Ceramic strap just arrived!
Gear S2 Classic looks great with my newly arrived ceramic strap.
The surface finish of the strap fits well with the Gear S2 Classic's ceramic coated surface, as if it's made for the watch originally! Love it~
I haven't gotten my S3 yet but when I do i'm going to look for a few straps. Probably pick up a leather strap at the samsung retail store but if anyone has any suggestions feel free to post them here.
I Ordered 3 straps from amazon.
One leather and two metals. They are less than $15 each. Samsung will cost you a lot more.
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One leather and two metals. They are less than $15 each. Samsung will cost you a lot more.
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I'll start by showing my two straps.
First up is the OEM black leather strap.
Then my black Milanese loop band I purchased from Amazon.
Let's see what you guys got~!!
I bought this from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B01MF4SWG1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Motong stainless Quick release.
And Barton silicone quick release
Both from Amazon
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Motong stainless Quick release.
And Barton silicone quick release
Both from Amazon
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Wow! The metal one looks simply amazing! Would you mind linking to the exact model you bought and also telling me how the colors match? I'm looking for something that is identical in color to the Classic watch.
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Wow! The metal one looks simply amazing! Would you mind linking to the exact model you bought and also telling me how the colors match? I'm looking for something that is identical in color to the Classic watch.
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here is the amazon link for that one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EPGZ67G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
the colors match perfectly for the polished stainless parts and the machined finish parts in the middle are pretty close to the same texture as the bezel on the classic. It really makes the watch a lot more attractive and I've gotten quite a few compliments from people that just notice a nice looking watch on my wrist.
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here is the amazon link for that one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EPGZ67G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
the colors match perfectly for the polished stainless parts and the machined finish parts in the middle are pretty close to the same texture as the bezel on the classic. It really makes the watch a lot more attractive and I've gotten quite a few compliments from people that just notice a nice looking watch on my wrist.
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Thanks for the info! Unfortunately it doesn't ship to where I live (nothern Europe).
I ordered the Samsung Aligator Brown and plain Black leather straps for my Frontier, only tried the Brown (looks way better in the box than the black).
Transforms the watch into a very chunky premium looking beast, strap loses the bulk of the horrible rubber strap.
Strap itself though feels hard and cheap underneath, length wise the slots are all wrong i barely get the the 3rd hole, but don't mind as then less strap excess hanging out.
Bought it direct from Samsung UK online.
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I just got this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018QHPUG2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I like it, although I don't love the gap between the watch and the band - you can see it in the third picture. I'm not sure if it's going to be different with any other band, but seems like it would look better with just a little thicker band around the connection pin.
I had gotten the V-Moro one, which looked nice, but didn't have the fine adjustment of length at the clasp, just the ability to remove links, which left me either too tight, or too loose.
Received a red Stingray leather watch band from Suisse Courroie.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WFUSZ46/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My Video Review of the Official RED Active Silicone Band for the Gear S3
Ladies and Gents i made a video review of the Red Active Silicone Band for the Gear S3 and a size comparison, i will have loads more reviews coming so please enjoy,
https://youtu.be/mLqUV9MMLeQ
I went with a Ceramic Black Chrome Band. I think it looks good.:good:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M1DT36P/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I went with a Ceramic Black Chrome Band. I think it looks good.:good:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M1DT36P/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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that looks great. I wonder how that band would look on the classic....
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I went with a Ceramic Black Chrome Band. I think it looks good.:good:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M1DT36P/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Offtopic, what is that watchface ? I like it.
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that looks great. I wonder how that band would look on the classic....
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Thank you for the compliment!
The watch face is called TRONICA it's free in galaxy apps store
im looking for a blue leather band for my frontier that is a good price. Can anybody help me out? Im also in Canada so .ca sites lol. I'd honestly rather go look for the in person but there arent many shops that sell a big selection of straps
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im looking for a blue leather band for my frontier that is a good price. Can anybody help me out? Im also in Canada so .ca sites lol. I'd honestly rather go look for the in person but there arent many shops that sell a big selection of straps
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Amazon has some bluestraps
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Amazon has some bluestraps
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I didn't find much but probably because I included gear s3 in my search
HI all...
just fitted a Hirsch Leonardo, curved end watch strap to my Gear S3 and (in my opinion at least) it goes really well with the watch.
The model shown is the Medici which is a really soft premium leather and has white stitching, they also do other models in the same range with different colours and finish combinations. I also chose the black buckle option which again works well with the Frontier ( I might even treat myself to the optional deployment clasp )
I was looking for something to flow with the body of the watch and bridge the gap between the watch body and where the strap attaches to the lugs, I think it hits the mark pretty well.
What do you guys think?
All the best!
Xerxes
Looks great. Where did you get it.
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I purchased mine from Watch Obsession here in the UK, they do ship world wide though (they also have an January sale on at the moment too )
https://www.watchobsession.co.uk/collections/hirsch-leonardo-curved-ended-watch-straps
Watchband Center also have a nice range including the now discontinued 'mobile' model which is a leather/rubber hybrid and waterproof.
http://www.watch-band-center.com/shop2/index.php/user/watchstrap/suche/1/
Worth noting that the strap doesn't have a quick release spring bar so you'd need to get a traditional Spring Bar tool to help with the installation if you don't already have one.
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I purchased mine from Watch Obsession here in the UK, they do ship world wide though (they also have an January sale on at the moment too )
https://www.watchobsession.co.uk/collections/hirsch-leonardo-curved-ended-watch-straps
Watchband Center also have a nice range including the now discontinued 'mobile' model which is a leather/rubber hybrid and waterproof.
http://www.watch-band-center.com/shop2/index.php/user/watchstrap/suche/1/
Worth noting that the strap doesn't have a quick release spring bar so you'd need to get a traditional Spring Bar tool to help with the installation if you don't already have one.
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Xerxes8933,
Thank you for the information. Again, great looking band. Thanks for sharing it.
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You're welcome....
As a side note, a tip I picked up from a couple of watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) is to use Scotch Tape to carefully tape up areas around the lugs and the back of the watch to help protect against accidental scratching when swapping over straps when using a spring bar tool. Takes a few minutes to do but totally worth it for added piece of mind...
Best Wishes
Xerxes8933a
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You're welcome....
As a side note, a tip I picked up from a couple of watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) is to use Scotch Tape to carefully tape up areas around the lugs and the back of the watch to help protect against accidental scratching when swapping over straps when using a spring bar tool. Takes a few minutes to do but totally worth it for added piece of mind...
Best Wishes
Xerxes8933a
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Great tip, thanks.
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Xerxes8933a said:
just fitted a Hirsch Leonardo, curved end watch strap to my Gear S3...
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Did you have a lot of difficulty getting the spring bars in? I'm trying to install a Leonardo to my S3, and it doesn't seem like I can adjust the inserts so that I can get them close enough to the end of the strap to engage the spring bars. What position of the insert did you use?
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Did you have a lot of difficulty getting the spring bars in? I'm trying to install a Leonardo to my S3, and it doesn't seem like I can adjust the inserts so that I can get them close enough to the end of the strap to engage the spring bars. What position of the insert did you use?
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Hi there...
When I first fitted the strap it was a very tight fit, this isn't just true for the Gear S3 as I did some reading and spotted that people on traditional Swiss watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) were also finding it a little difficult to fit.
The knack (I found) is to line up/insert one end of the spring bar (the opposite end to where the little cut away is in the strap) into the lug hole and then use your spring bar tool to pop the other end of the pin under the lug, once you have both ends of the spring bar under the lugs, push the strap very firmly against the body of the watch which gives you a bit more wiggle room to engage the spring bar into the second lug hole by gently nudging it into position (I hope I explained that OK ).
Initially when I first fitted the strap I had the inserts and bar set to position 7 (see attached images).
However, I noticed after a few weeks that the strap had softened up a bit (being leather) so I was able to refit the strap with the insert set to position 3 which I think looks a little better against the body of the watch (see image).
You could try position 3 but it might be a bit easier to try position 7 first and see how you get on.
In case it helps, I've also attached a picture of the underside of the watch so you can see how the strap sits against the body of the watch.
best wishes...
Xerxes
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When I first fitted the strap it was a very tight fit...
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Xerxes, thank you so much for such a detailed reply! I have to be honest, if it weren't for the pictures you originally posted, I would have assumed that the Gear S3 was outside of the 4.5-5.5mm adjustment range of the Leonardo, and I would have returned the straps.
I'm no stranger to watches and watch straps, have swapped straps many, many times and I've never had this much difficulty before. I went back to looking at some of the posts on the Watchuseek forums and I noticed a common theme about how challenging these straps were to install. I looked even closer at some of the installed strap pictures and I saw several where the straps were slightly marred from the installation, and I can definitely see how now. But I know it's possible here, so I'll give it another try.
Kudos on the strap installation at position 3, it looks noticeably more form-fitting than the already acceptable fitment in your original pictures.
Mission accomplished. I found that using your tip about catching one end of the spring bar in, and just getting the tip of the other end of the spring bar really helped. Instead of pushing the strap however, I found that it was much easier to push the spring bar towards the body of the watch with the small forked end of the spring bar tool.
I used position 7, but I'm pretty sure that I'll be able to use position 3 after the strap breaks in a bit. Thanks again for the help!
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Mission accomplished.
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Excellent!... and happy (in some small way at least) to be of assistance.
I was wondering how you got on with it all, so I'm really pleased to read you managed to install it
all the best!
Xerxes
I ordered the below from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0733B1HB1/ref=pe_3034960_233709270_TE_item
Xuexy 20mm Full Ceramic Watch Band Stainless Steel Buckle for Samsung Gear S2 Classic (SM-R7320/SM-R735) Moto 360 2nd Gen 42mm 2015 Pebble Time Round,Black
Shipping was quick as it always is with Amazon. The black ceramic watch band (20mm) fit my Huawei Watch 2 (not classic) quite well, and made a nice improvement to the sport band it came with. The tools made changing the band and removing a link easy as well. Took about 10 minutes to do everything. I think it makes the watch look great, and I am very happy for the price.
Seems to be the same band they have on Ebay for slightly less, but I did not want to wait 2 months for it.
I do not have any complaints as of yet, and would make the purchase again.
Thought I would post this so people are aware 20mm bands work with the watch, and could see how it looks with this watch.
The watch face is thema's Swift Watch Face - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.thema.wear.watch.swift&hl=en
My main concern with this watch is that the arms/grips/*whatever you want to call that area where band clip goes* is just too big for 3rd party bands to seamlessly integrate with the watch. I bought a leather strap, but the size of the watch itself is soo huge that the strap looked like a teensy thread compared to the watch. if you notice, the factory fitted strap actually has 'side flaps' type design near the clip area increasing the strap width, which at least gives a smooth look to the watch overall in terms of size..
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My main concern with this watch is that the arms/grips/*whatever you want to call that area where band clip goes* is just too big for 3rd party bands to seamlessly integrate with the watch. I bought a leather strap, but the size of the watch itself is soo huge that the strap looked like a teensy thread compared to the watch. if you notice, the factory fitted strap actually has 'side flaps' type design near the clip area increasing the strap width, which at least gives a smooth look to the watch overall in terms of size..
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That is what I noticed with the Milanese Loop Band I tried - far too small for the watch and it looked silly. The ceramic one is a lot thicker and nicer, and looks great in my opinion. I just found the original to look a little cheap.
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That is what I noticed with the Milanese Loop Band I tried - far too small for the watch and it looked silly. The ceramic one is a lot thicker and nicer, and looks great in my opinion. I just found the original to look a little cheap.
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I personally don't prefer the ceramic/metal straps since I sometimes have to adjust the strap on the go, which of course is not possible with these types of straps
I really want Huawei to release some straps for its watches...
It looks shiney in the photos. I'd prefer something in flat black to match the watch body. If any one finds one similar in flat black please post.
Hi, I need a new watch Strap for my watch 4 classic.
It needs to be longer in length than the standard Samsung one that came with the watch as I am an ambulance driver and must be bare below the elbow for hygiene reasons.
Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations please.
Thanks
Currently I'm waiting for these both to be delivered to try them and see which is bigger.
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maxal said:
Hi, I need a new watch Strap for my watch 4 classic.
It needs to be longer in length than the standard Samsung one that came with the watch as I am an ambulance driver and must be bare below the elbow for hygiene reasons.
Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations please.
Thanks
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Currently I'm waiting for these both to be delivered to try them and see which is bigger.
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Go for the elastic, it's HUGE. When I used magnetic metal bands I had to get the ones that were over 10in max length to get them on and off my wrist without taking the strap off the loop. This elastic one I can get on and off with it at 75% ish not even fully open. It stretches that much, you'll be happy.
Here's some pics of it on my wrist to show you how much is left to open it that I don't need
You need a long band because you job wants you to be bare below the elbow?? That kind of doesnt make much since as a watch fits on your wrist and thats below your elbow to begin with!! LOL! Sounds like you shouldnt be wearing at watch at all but regardless, are you looking for a strap that doesnt slip and slide up and down your arm or some sort of an elastic strap that can be removed easily? Heres what I use as I work construction and with a big fat watch I'm always grabbing on something in a weird position and my watch used to get hooked on stuff and slide onto more of my wrist and I'd always scratch myself up and wind up bleeding because of it. I'ts a big fat leather strap I bought from a seller on Etsy from Poland named Dganin. Here makes some fine leather craft, a bit on the expensive side but well worth it! I bought one for my Frontier S3 years ago and just got another for my Galaxy Watch 4..........