I've had my Gear S2 since October, (the sport model), and originally paired it with my Galaxy S6 Edge up until a few weeks ago when I received my S7 Edge. I used to get EXCELLENT full day battery life, like 10+ hours with like 30% left by the end of the day. Long-story short, incredible battery life. But every since I paired it with my new S7, not only does it drain the battery faster, but almost at unrealistic speeds. I'm talking 2 hours max and the battery on the watch is at 30%. I haven't changed anything but pair it with my S7 Edge. I can't imagine what would be causing it, or even how to run a diagnostic to be able and see, but I can't wear my Gear S2 out anymore because its just absolutely killed the battery. Any ideas?
Thanks!
rogvid700 said:
I've had my Gear S2 since October, (the sport model), and originally paired it with my Galaxy S6 Edge up until a few weeks ago when I received my S7 Edge. I used to get EXCELLENT full day battery life, like 10+ hours with like 30% left by the end of the day. Long-story short, incredible battery life. But every since I paired it with my new S7, not only does it drain the battery faster, but almost at unrealistic speeds. I'm talking 2 hours max and the battery on the watch is at 30%. I haven't changed anything but pair it with my S7 Edge. I can't imagine what would be causing it, or even how to run a diagnostic to be able and see, but I can't wear my Gear S2 out anymore because its just absolutely killed the battery. Any ideas?
Thanks!
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Have you tried factory resetting and repairing with the S7 edge? Could be a Rogue app or something.
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My choice of new cell phones was a Galaxy S6 or an iPhone 6 and I went with the S6. The only disadvantage of my new phone is that it isn't water-resistant like the Galaxy S5, which has saved my friend once by surviving washer. Also I find it charges the battery very fast, is this matter? And I would like to know if any extended battery that will work with Galaxy S6. Thank you.
pixfantasty said:
My choice of new cell phones was a Galaxy S6 or an iPhone 6 and I went with the S6. The only disadvantage of my new phone is that it isn't water-resistant like the Galaxy S5, which has saved my friend once by surviving washer. Also I find it charges the battery very fast, is this matter? And I would like to know if any extended battery that will work with Galaxy S6. Thank you.
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Any micro usb and power source from the last 5 years (safely saying 5, can be probably 10 yrs) is okay to use to charge the S6. the output amps is what will decide how fast your phone will charge and you can see that information on the charger/battery itself
Morphie battery case for S6 doubles the power.
Airstream25 said:
Morphie battery case for S6 doubles the power.
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Release slated for may $99
Ideal you want a power bank that outputs 5 volts @ 2.1 amps. Some of the newer power banks have power-managing options that prevent over-charging and over-amp charging, though Smarphones at this time are already designed so that over-amping isn't a big deal.
pixfantasty said:
My choice of new cell phones was a Galaxy S6 or an iPhone 6 and I went with the S6. The only disadvantage of my new phone is that it isn't water-resistant like the Galaxy S5, which has saved my friend once by surviving washer. Also I find it charges the battery very fast, is this matter? And I would like to know if any extended battery that will work with Galaxy S6. Thank you.
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The S6 has quick charging, so it charges very fast, and is completely normal. The battery is non-removable so you can't replace it with an extended battery like other Samsung phones, however you can get a power bank or a case with a built-in battery.
Is s6 still relevant and how do you rate it in 2018??
can we get bigger battery (S7 battery ) ??
I was dissapointed about S6 battery and had for few days a brand new S7. In my usage pattern, both phones will last from 7am until 8pm so i think the answer to your question is yes, it's relevant.
If you're unhappy, you can swap battery with S7edge
I replaced the battery in my gf's S6, and will be adopting it soon. With a new battery, I'm happy about upgrading to it from my current LG G3.
I have S6 edge, charging every day and still with original battery, running custom ROM from day one. It is great device it is just boring after so many years
I had a Pixel 2 over Christmas and the plan was to sell my S6 but was never 100% happy with the change. The phone felt bigger despite having a smaller screen and the screen itself wasn't as good as the S6, imo. Luckily i could return it after Christmas.
Anyway what I'm saying is the S6 is still a great phone which I'll be sticking with until the new LG/Samsung phones are released and I'll go from there. As good as stock Android was the step up from the amazing S6 wasn't as big as i thought it would be, and there were some things i preferred on the S6.
Battery lasts a day easy for me. Can always top it up at work.
The camera on the Pixel 2 as amazing though.
Its still 2018
its 2018 and its still amazing phone and with s7 edge battery u cant find better phone for that price:laugh::silly:
its still awesome phone no lag at all
(99.9% lag free) the bad thing is the battery for me, I just need to replace it!)
As above I need a new battery, as mine drains in about an hour. Sometimes dropping 20% in about 5 minutes.
So I need and tried a trusted UK seller for a new battery, figured I should give it a go before getting an S9 or OnePlus6.
Instead of getting a regular S6 battery, get a battery for the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Which will help a lot. I have the S7E Battery in my S6 and Battery Life is great.
Which is fine but I still need a reputable seller. Thanks though
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I am considering swapping my Pebble Time to Gear S3.
I am concerned about battery life ( which is 8-9 days with Pebble ). I read that after Tizen 3 S3 battery got worse.
How is it finally ? I do not care about fitness apps or GPS. Mainly I will use S3 as extension for notifications from phone.
I'm a "moderate" users. I use it mostly as a watch, and to check notifications during the day.
probably check the time around 10 times a day, 10-25 email/text/phone call notifications per day.
At the end of the day I typically have 70-72% battery life remaining. I use a mostly black background,
white numbers for the clock.
Tizen 3 will give you 2 days of usage maybe less, used to be 4 days before the update. It is also laggy.
My advice is to wait Gear S4, it is around the corner with better battery, bluetooth 5 and overall hardware.
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battery it is draining abnormally fast for me. i get only up to 10 hours just wearing it, usually less. battery stats showing s-health using 60-70% battery even with no heart rate monitoring or workout detection. it is crazy, doesn't samsung test their products any more? tizen 2.* was really good, i got at least 2-3 days out of it easily with all the bells and whistles going on but after 3.* it has been pure misery and seems to be getting worse.
El Maestro said:
Tizen 3 will give you 2 days of usage maybe less, used to be 4 days before the update. It is also laggy.
My advice is to wait Gear S4, it is around the corner with better battery, bluetooth 5 and overall hardware.
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The "problem" I have with the 4, based on "leaks" is they are said to be incorporating a "larger" battery into the wrist strap. IF that ends up being the case, I will probably pass on the Gear 4 because I don't like the "buckle" type resin wrist straps. I prefer the all metal one piece wrist straps.
Maybe they will make two versions. One with the removable/replaceable strap, standard battery, and one with the non removable strap, extended battery.
According to Samsung the battery on the Gear Fit 2 should last 15 days. However, I recently bought one secondhand and the battery is only lasting 2 to 3 days and that is with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi switched off and the display brightness dimmed. I’m guessing this is because it is quite an old smartwatch and the battery is dying.
It may also be that corrosion has occurred due to wetting of the device, which causes abnormal current flow.
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It may also be that corrosion has occurred due to wetting of the device, which causes abnormal current flow.
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According to Samsung the Gear Fit 2 smartwatch was supposed to have 15 days battery life. Did anyone ever get 15 days battery life in the Gear Fit 2?