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Samsung to Announce Galaxy S III
The Samsung Galaxy S III comes to Europe later this month, though you almost certainly won't see it in the U.S. until December. And India won't be getting this phone. Its on their official Twitter.
Samsung to launch ‘Next Galaxy S’, India can only watch. Anyways, Samsung is unveiling the Galaxy S III today. Samsung will take the wraps off its latest Samsung Galaxy S smartphone today in jolly ol' England.
The new Samsung Galaxy S III is set for launch in London at 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. UK time.
The Galaxy S III is expected to be one of the hottest Google Android Smartphones of the year. It's the third generation of device in a popular series that started with the Samsung Galaxy S and the Samsung Galaxy S II. And even though little is known about the details of the Samsung Galaxy S III ahead of the launch, it's expected to be a hot seller too.
That said, the rumor mill has been churning, and some blogs report that the new smartphone could have a quad-core processor and a large screen in the 4.7-inch to 4.8-inch range. Fans are also hoping the display will be Super AMOLED or even Super AMOLED Plus.
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It's unclear whether Samsung will announce U.S. carriers today for the new phone at the event. If not, it's likely the company will talk about its U.S. debut next week at the CTIA trade show in New Orleans.
In among those things is a new sensor that tracks your eyes – so long as you’re looking at the S3’s screen, it won’t dim or lock itself. Yes, you could just set the screen timer to longer, but “Smart Stay” means you don’t have to. In use, the feature seemed to work very well, with a little icon indicating the phone is watching your eyes.
On a similar note, if you’re looking at a contact, or a message from a contact, the S3 automatically dials that person when you put the phone to your face. It’s one less button to press.
An improvement to voice control, called S-Voice, that lets users control their phone using normal, natural language. So it’s like Siri, only it does more – you can say volume up, for instance, and the phone will filter out the noise of the song it’s playing so it can hear you. The S, we assume, stands for Samsung.
Elsewhere, the phone adds useful features that, for instance, can automatically share a photograph you take with people whose faces are recognised, called ‘Buddy Photo Share, or display social media profiles directly on a photograph when those face are recognised. These are features that are useful rather than revolutionary, but they feel like they will be obvious standards in the near future. Tagging groups and offering an automatic slideshow zooming into the faces in a picture are also useful additions. Samsung, unless the patent wars cause further upset, is setting new standards.
When it comes to features such as S-Beam, which transfers files quickly between devices by touching them together, or sharing the phone’s screen content with other devices, these are increasingly becoming more widespread industry standards, as indicated on the new Motorola Razr, which offers similar concepts. The Samsung processor is fast enough to allow crystal clear video to play in a window on your homescreens, which again is nifty, but not vital.
Are there areas where the phone disappoints? The camera is just 8MP it has been upgraded to offer a 20-shot burst mode and the automatic selection of a best picture. The firm insists on pre-loading apps which I don’t see much use for – while Dropbox (including a remarkable 50GB of storage for two years) and Flipboard are useful, the Music, Game and Video Hubs will have to offer remarkable content to outplay the entirety of the app store, Google Play.
Overall, the device is in many ways much like its predecessor: does it feel as solid or heavy in the hand as the iPhone? No, although it’s certainly a lot bigger. Is it a different, superb product in its own right? Absolutely. On spending just a short time with the S3, I’m confident in saying that it’s a worthy successor to the globally popular S2. But I also want to see how much all those new features make a real difference in everyday use to form a fuller opinion. Sources : Telegraph, Cnet
Specifications:
Screen:
4.8” Super Amoled HD display
Storage:
16/32/64GB depending on model, plus expandable MicroSD card
Cloud storage:
50GB Dropbox for two years
Colour:
Pebble blue or marble white
Battery:
2,100mAh (wireless charging optional extra)
Camera:
8MP rear; 1.9 MP front
Resolution:
720 x 1280 px (306ppi)
RAM:
1GB
Dimensions:
136.6 x 70.6 x 8.55 mm
Weight:
133g
Operating System:
Android 4.0.4
Processor:
Exynos 4 Quad (1.4GHz)

Ugly interface. ^^

samcortez said:
Ugly interface. ^^
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It got some nice features bro.
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Let's hope there will be plenty of good custom roms to replace the odious touchwiz.
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I just wish the camera was a little better,and upgrade in ram..and I hope it has more then just red.and blue leds =/
worried about the battery to..lol
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kinda sounds like a swing and miss to me. I mean if I was due an upgrade I would consider it when it is available but it does nothing to really get me going.

Nothing which will realy push me to change my actual S2 for the S3. Will think about it in a year .

Thread closed, there's no need for 15 sgs3 threads, use the one below for discussions etc:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1634003

Gear s2 3G compared to Apple Watch size-wise.

This is not meant to be a full comparison here. Just was in my local ATT store today and put one on next to my Apple Watch to see how it compares size wise. Here are the pics.
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As you can see, the thickness of the Gear S2 is for real. More than the Apple Watch even, at least eyeballing it. And it was pretty heave on the wrist too. However, this may have been related to the security device that was attached to it as well. The speaker on it was decent. I turned on some Samsung tunes with it and turned it all the way up and could hear it pretty clearly in the crowded ATT store. Functionality is basically the same as the non-3G version of the watch that I have for now.
Still torn on weather I wanna stick with this, or go with the LG Urbane 2nd generation.
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Thanks for the pictures. Looks hideous! Maybe it actually looks better than your top picture? Was gonna run up to my local at&t store today, now definitely will to see for myself.

drmacrofish said:
This is not meant to be a full comparison here. Just was in my local ATT store today and put one on next to my Apple Watch to see how it compares size wise. Here are the pics.
As you can see, the thickness of the Gear S2 is for real. More than the Apple Watch even, at least eyeballing it. And it was pretty heave on the wrist too. However, this may have been related to the security device that was attached to it as well. The speaker on it was decent. I turned on some Samsung tunes with it and turned it all the way up and could hear it pretty clearly in the crowded ATT store. Functionality is basically the same as the non-3G version of the watch that I have for now.
Still torn on weather I wanna stick with this, or go with the LG Urbane 2nd generation.
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Thanks for sharing...wow that looks thicker than i imagined (or wanted). Looks like I will stick with my classic after all, considering i already have a gear s.
Fyi, I read the lg urbane lte will be 14mm...also very thick!

sefrcoko said:
Thanks for sharing...wow that looks thicker than i imagined (or wanted). Looks like I will stick with my classic after all, considering i already have a gear s.
Fyi, I read the lg urbane lte will be 14mm...also very thick!
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yeah the Urbane LTE is thick, but since it is larger overall, it probably won't look as weird.

FitzAusTex said:
yeah the Urbane LTE is thick, but since it is larger overall, it probably won't look as weird.
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Exactly my thoughts. I think it will hide the thickness better because the lugs and band are bigger too.
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"More than the Apple Watch even"
???
Even? Of course it's more than the Apple Watch. Apple Watch is thinner than a lot of smart watches..
Apple Watch - 10.5mm
LG Watch Urbane - 10.9mm
Gear S2, Huawei, Moto 360 - 11.4mm
Gear S2 3g, 13.4

supersoulfly said:
Of course it's more than the Apple Watch. Apple Watch is thinner than a lot of smart watches..
Apple Watch - 10.5mm
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That is just the case though, Apple is kind of being disingenuous about the real thickness of the watch which is 12.46 mm including glass and sensors:

Too bad! I've been waiting for a while for the gear s2 3G to show up, but as everyone can see, it is NOT worthy at all. Look at the thickness of the normal Gear S2.
The normal one is beauty, but it doesn't have a speaker. The second one is ugly af, but DOES have a speaker.
Conclusion: Wait for LG Watch Urbane 2... 1 week ago or so I was happy knowing that i'll buy the gear s2 3G sometime soon, guess i'll just stick with something else. Too bad, it was too good to be true...

just dont wear it under a long sleeve dress shirt, and it will be just fine..

It's not that bad. It's not really noticeably bigger/thicker than a normal 42mm watch (ex rolex)
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Just went and checked one out at my local AT&T ... it's DEFINITELY bulkier, and it's extremely noticable, I had every intention of going 3G version, but it literally looks like you have a mini cereal bowl strapped to your arm and I'm a big dude and it still just looked big, bulky, stuck out too far and overall just kinda dumb looking, if I went straight from the Gear S then maybe I wouldn't notice, but after having the S2 reg version, the 3G looks like crap, can't say it's really the thickness that ruined it, it's more about the contoured bottom they put on it, that's what makes it look weird.
My 2 cents ... but I guess I'm gonna go ahead and just stick with my non smartwatch looking, sleek beautiful Gear S2 BT. .. damn Samsung lol

Dmac1984 said:
Just went and checked one out at my local AT&T ... it's DEFINITELY bulkier, and it's extremely noticable, I had every intention of going 3G version, but it literally looks like you have a mini cereal bowl strapped to your arm and I'm a big dude and it still just looked big, bulky, stuck out too far and overall just kinda dumb looking, if I went straight from the Gear S then maybe I wouldn't notice, but after having the S2 reg version, the 3G looks like crap, can't say it's really the thickness that ruined it, it's more about the contoured bottom they put on it, that's what makes it look weird.
My 2 cents ... but I guess I'm gonna go ahead and just stick with my non smartwatch looking, sleek beautiful Gear S2 BT. .. damn Samsung lol
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Did you take any pics with it on your wrist?
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optimummind said:
Did you take any pics with it on your wrist?
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Nah, we were kind of in and out, spent about 10 minutes with the wife looking at it and both of us trying it on, she's petite and she has a S2 BT that she loves and looks good on her, but when she tried this is just looked ridiculous, can say the same for me as a big guy though, just looked really odd and bulky and even one notch below what I would put to fit me properly with a little extra space it still felt like the edge of the bottom was poking into my wrist bone, the way it's shaped and the edge around the bottom contour aren't confortable, from straight on it looks good, but from the sides it looks like a dolls bowl on your arm, feels heftier which was a concern, feeling cheap or something from the added plastic but I can say I didn't feel that was an issue, but everything else was.
I'm 90% sure at this point I'm not gonna bother with the 3G version and the 3G was all I wanted and just 1 try on turned me off of it.
I wanted the GPS for when I bike or hike, but my S6 Edge+ in a book bag will work fine for those days, and same with the speaker function, man do I miss that feature lol and there will be times I'll keep missing it (quick answering at work or while driving) but for the rest of the time I can grab my phone, and when I'm walking, biking or hiking I'll just wear my BT headphones as I would anyway ... I'm definitely sad the 3G doesn't seem to be what I hoped but if it was never an option the BT model is a win regardless.
But again I'm only 90% sure it's not for me, I might go grab one after release and give it a real world run, or maybe not. But I figured I'd give my 2 cents on it, they seem to be at every local AT&T so if anyone has any doubts definitely go play with one.

Vertical line on Gear S2 Classic display

I recently bought a Gear s2 classic and just noticed it has a very small vertical black line on the display. It's only probably a pixel wide and it runs up and down the screen a few mm left of center. I first noticed it on solid backgrounds such as the weather app. You have to look pretty close to notice it, but it's definitely there. Also, once you see it you cannot un see it! You can also see it on some of the watch faces that have sold color backgrounds. It is unnoticeable on darker or black backgrounds. I returned the watch and bought another Gear S2. Same problem. It has that small line in the exact same place! Am I super unlucky? Do you think this is some display defect? Is it just a normal part of the display? Has anyone else seen this issue? Again, you have to look close, I didn't notice it from far away.
Getting a third Gear S2 classic in the mail tomorrow! We'll see if it has the same issue.

I just have the regular S2, but checked on the blue "add city" Weather widget screen using 3x magnifying glasses. I have no line(s) whatsoever. Seems like you did get unlucky, twice.

FitzAusTex said:
I just have the regular S2, but checked on the blue "add city" Weather widget screen using 3x magnifying glasses. I have no line(s) whatsoever. Seems like you did get unlucky, twice.
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I guess so! I Took a pic of it with my phone. Exact same place on both Classics. I had a regular Gear S2 and never noticed the line. The line is vertical right in between the zero.
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In case anyone was curious, I just received my third Gear S2 classic. It has the same line in exactly the same place. However, It is not quite as dark this time. I bet all the displays have the same issue. It might be part of the manufacturing process? This also may only be an issue on the Classic models, as I haven't seen a regular model with the line yet. If you have a classic take a real close look at the display. I have a hard time believing i'm the only person with this issue. Especially since the issue is the same on 3 different watches from different stores! (Macy's, Best Buy, Amazon)

Photo ?

I'm too new on here to post links/photos... Can I PM you a photo? I took a good one of it actually.
Here we go.. 3 watches with the same exact line... :/
http://imgur.com/YlrRR11

Supraguy88 said:
I'm too new on here to post links/photos... Can I PM you a photo? I took a good one of it actually.
Here we go.. 3 watches with the same exact line... :/
http://imgur.com/YlrRR11
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Thanks for the photo. I just rechecked my regular S2 with brightness at 5 and 10 on the add city weather screen wearing 3x magnifying glasses and I definitely do not have that line where you do, or anywhere else. That sucks!

Thanks for looking into it again. I still think this is just a problem with the Classic models. I've had 2 regular models (one for me and my GF) and both of those did not have the defect. I have yet to see it on a regular model. Classic number 4 is arriving today. If it has the defective display I'll probably just keep it.. Sigh. I'll definitely be contacting Samsung however!

Good news! My 4th Gear S2 Classic doesn't have the line! ? That's a lot of defective watches! I'm a happy camper! Just put my metal band on and I'm returning the last defective watch to Amazon.

I have the defect vertical line on my gear s2 and returning mine today. I happened to notice it this weekend and found this post.

I have the same line in my standard model which I received today

My gs2 classic has the same line in the same place. Ive tried the pixel repair app but with no satisfaction. If you find a way to fix it let me know. Other than the line i have no problems with the watch.

dogma13 said:
My gs2 classic has the same line in the same place. Ive tried the pixel repair app but with no satisfaction. If you find a way to fix it let me know. Other than the line i have no problems with the watch.
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I couldn't find a way to fix it (there is none) so I sent it back...

I too have the same problem, except mine has two vertical parallel lines approximately 12mm apart and straddling the centre of the display
I thought it was part of the Design, however now you guys have the same I think not
Could you advise where to get the pixel repair app.?

I have an Gear S2 Sport for 11 days, today I saw 1 stuck pixel (i guess it was a group pixels, but after some time just 1 left). Yes, it isn't vertical line, but It's annoying too much. I tried to run pixel repair for not a long time, maybe 5-7 minutes at all, but nothing.

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I have an Gear S2 Sport for 11 days, today I saw 1 stuck pixel (i guess it was a group pixels, but after some time just 1 left). Yes, it isn't vertical line, but It's annoying too much. I tried to run pixel repair for not a long time, maybe 5-7 minutes at all, but nothing.
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I don't need the pixel repairer now because , on Sunday I sent mine back through Curry's and the new one came yesterday, I am glad to report there are no lines or issues, really pleased I didn't get another one that had issue's
I have had a lot of bad luck, this is the fourth and final one, very happy.
1st 1 was off internet S2 sport, supposed to be new, but was locked to someone's Samsung account. (got refund)
2nd was new from curry's S2 Sport, went back after 1 week when I noticed the strap delaminating from clasp.
3rd bought from curry's was the classic upgrade to get rid of strap problems of sport. sent back due to line problem on screen.
4th Replacement Classic, perfect in all aspects. I think I'll be ok now finally. £299.00 later (excluding 4 bands & screen protector) which set me back a further £135. there is a new strap out, A Ceramic one by Samsung not available except in France for about £100 I gotta have it too.

On my 4th watch now..The display was perfect until just recently. The SAME LINE developed in the SAME SPOT! Apparently this must be a wide spread defect, because my display didn't have it, but now it does. It's not as dark as the first watch, but I have a feeling it gets worse. I bet many people have the same problem, they just haven't noticed it yet! I can't unsee the line! I wish I hadn't randomly decided to look for it.

I've got exactly the same line as you've described on my Gear S2 classic. I've got the watch almost 6 months back but noticed this line only recently. So I don't know if this line has developed over time or was there the entire time
Besides this issue (and another issue with the loss of paint on a side button) I do love this watch. But this lack of qualtity is very annoying - especially while looking at the price of the device

Buy From T-Mobile on 11/18/16 - $399

T-Mobile will begin selling the Gear S3 this Friday, 11/18. LTE version for $399 plus a $5 add on for data.
http://www.sammobile.com/2016/11/15...e-from-t-mobile-starting-november-18-for-399/

dkb218 said:
T-Mobile will begin selling the Gear S3 this Friday, 11/18. LTE version for $399 plus a $5 add on for data.
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Damn that's high - $50 above AT&T. AT&T's $10 a month to add it to a plan so I guess T-Mobile at $5 makes up for it over the long run. I got my AT&T Gear S3 for $49 because they allowed my S7 Edge to qualify as a "new Galaxy purchase" when I exchanged my second Note7 for it. T-Mobile's selling the Gear S2 Sport for $100 off making a year old watch $259. I guess T-Mobile doesn't want to sell a lot of watches.

I've a feeling T-Mobile will lower the price.
Other than being able to use the LTE version without the phone, are there any other perks I'm not seeing? I've already pre ordered the non LTE version and wondering if I may want to switch.

dkb218 said:
I've a feeling T-Mobile will lower the price.
Other than being able to use the LTE version without the phone, are there any other perks I'm not seeing? I've already pre ordered the non LTE version and wondering if I may want to switch.
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I've had either a 3G Gear S2 or S2 Classic since they were released. And a Gear S (only 3G) before that. There are times you don't want to have to carry your phone with you; especially a phablet. Like going to the clubs, working out, beach/pool, or when you need to leave your phone charging. With either auto-call forwarding or one number (AKA AT&T NumberSync) whatever you do on your phone (except taking pictures) is on your wrist. It's very liberating and, to me, worth $10 a month.
I got the IconX headphones and they solve the "not being one of those people having a speakerphone conversation on their wrist" problem. Their case is incredibly compact and easy to carry around in your pocket. For calls they operate in mono so you only need to put one in your ear. They're "auto on" so all you need to do is take it out of the case, put in year ear, and you're instantly connected. They turn off when they lose contact with your flesh. Very 21st century.

Intriguing. Thanks. I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.

dkb218 said:
Intriguing. Thanks. I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.
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I'm pretty sure it only takes a hit when you leave your phone. If you're going phoneless most of the day, then it may be an issue.

A little movement from T-Mobile. $416.67 month for 24 months works out to $10,000.08. What a bargain!!!
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dkb218 said:
I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
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The SoC in the Gear S3 is far more advanced and efficient than those that preceded it.
Samsung Exynos 7 Dual (7270) is a dedicated processor for wearable that presents a new paradigm to the wearable industry. In addition to advanced 14nm FinFET process, integrated LTE modem with various connectivities, and 64-bit dual-core CPU, the Exynos 7 Dual integrates memory and Power management IC all in a small tiny package making it perfect for slim form-factor wearable devices that are powerful and has incredibly long battery life.
http://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/Exynos/w/solution/mod_ap/7270/​
Between it and the far larger battery I'd be surprised if an LTE Gear S3 couldn't make it through a 12 hour day in stand-alone mode.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.
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I had one too. I loved that watch and the camera got panned but I got some great pictures I wouldn't have if I had to fumble for my phone.

BarryH_GEG said:
I got the IconX headphones and they solve the "not being one of those people having a speakerphone conversation on their wrist" problem. Their case is incredibly compact and easy to carry around in your pocket.
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Over the years, I've tried various types of headsets- in ear, on ear, ear buds, neckband. No design has been completely satisfactory. I think the mechanism by which we talk/listen on a watch phone is the last problem requiring a totally new technical innovation. The best concept I've seen so far is a project that originated out of Samsung's labs called Sgnl. I hope it makes it to production.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sgnlstrap/sgnl-make-phone-calls-with-your-fingertip

afblangley said:
Over the years, I've tried various types of headsets- in ear, on ear, ear buds, neckband. No design has been completely satisfactory. I think the mechanism by which we talk/listen on a watch phone is the last problem requiring a totally new technical innovation. The best concept I've seen so far is a project that originated out of Samsung's labs called Sgnl. I hope it makes it to production.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sgnlstrap/sgnl-make-phone-calls-with-your-fingertip
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The problem the IconX solves for me is portability. Its small tubular (charging) case allows me to stick it cleanly in my pocket. That's opposed to wearing a dog collar BT headset around my neck (Gear Circle) or fumbling with a wired headset or God awful looking 80's era traditional in-ear BT head piece. With my IconX in my pocket its easier to leave my phone at home and manage calls and listen to music on my Gear and not look like a moron when I'm not using it.

Just ordered and will be delivered on Tuesday. T-Mobile is inundated with calls for the S3 and I can see them running out of stock fast.
Would have loved to pick it up but none of the T-Mobile stores in Lower Manhattan have them in stock.

None of the TMO in my area has stock either, I had to call in to place an order and will be getting it Mon or Tues.

Ordered mine this morning, its still says:
Order date: 11/18/2016 at 05:14 AM PST
Order status: Being Processed
Estimated to ship: 11/18/2016-11/23/2016

Just picked mine up from the T-Mo store. They only got one in and were holding it for me. It's on the charger. Haven't played with it yet. $20 for the wearable unlimited plan.

P7M8 said:
Just picked mine up from the T-Mo store. They only got one in and were holding it for me. It's on the charger. Haven't played with it yet. $20 for the wearable unlimited plan.
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Online its only $15, when you setup autopay. I bet the store clerk didnt tell you when you bought it

It's rather nice being able to leave my phone home for short trips to the supermarket.

Question Review/Comparison (Gear S3) & Mods

I moved from the Gear S3 Classic to the 46mm Classic GW4 a couple of weeks ago so I thought I would share a review. I have modified it a bit to a homage Rolex GMT Master II and have posted some photos. I ran the same look on the Gear S3.
Hardware - Coming from the Gear S3 I am impressed by the overall size and feel of the GW4. That slight reduction in weight and thickness does make it wear a bit more comfortably. Not that the Gear S3 was uncomfortable but the difference is apparent. I initially wasn't a bit fan of the buttons but they have grown on me but I still think the Gear S3 buttons a bit nicer. The slight increase in screen size is good for those of us with old eye sight but not a change I am that bothered about.
Software - A mixed bag here. Overall look and feel is more or less the same which is good. Some bits are better some worse, but I would hope the way it works and looks will improve over time as Tizen did. It runs fine with minimal lag but I can't really say I notice it compared to the Gear S3.
Samsung Pay works much better than the Gear S3. This was always a bit hit and miss for me where it would sometimes take a restart of Pay for it to register with the till. So far it works every time with the GW4.
No issues with notifications and all the apps I use (Timer, Alarm, Flashlight) all work as they did on the Gear S3.
Finally Battery life.....has been okay. Initially it was under two days (Gear S3 was 2.5 to 3 days for me) but it is now giving 2 days 5-6 hours. This is with AOD off, Wrist wake up on, auto screen brightness, HR every 10 minutes, Blood O2 manual, Wifi off, Bluetooth on, NFC off.
So quite happy with the switch over. I also got £115 for my Gear S3 trade in which I got on ebay 3 years ago for £150 so a bonus there.
Mods: Bezel cover is from KSR Watch. They do a Silicon based bezel ring. I managed to get a box of 4 GMT rings from them last month and it looks like they have stopped producing them which is a shame. The one currently on the watch has lost the silicon cover so is just really a vinyl sticker but it does the job.
The watch face is mod of https://www.svartling.net/p/watch-faces.html DeepSea Dweller face with a GMT complication added and change to the name. Check out his Watchmaker faces they are very good quality.
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spangelaregreat said:
I moved from the Gear S3 Classic to the 46mm Classic GW4 a couple of weeks ago so I thought I would share a review. I have modified it a bit to a homage Rolex GMT Master II and have posted some photos. I ran the same look on the Gear S3.
Hardware - Coming from the Gear S3 I am impressed by the overall size and feel of the GW4. That slight reduction in weight and thickness does make it wear a bit more comfortably. Not that the Gear S3 was uncomfortable but the difference is apparent. I initially wasn't a bit fan of the buttons but they have grown on me but I still think the Gear S3 buttons a bit nicer. The slight increase in screen size is good for those of us with old eye sight but not a change I am that bothered about.
Software - A mixed bag here. Overall look and feel is more or less the same which is good. Some bits are better some worse, but I would hope the way it works and looks will improve over time as Tizen did. It runs fine with minimal lag but I can't really say I notice it compared to the Gear S3.
Samsung Pay works much better than the Gear S3. This was always a bit hit and miss for me where it would sometimes take a restart of Pay for it to register with the till. So far it works every time with the GW4.
No issues with notifications and all the apps I use (Timer, Alarm, Flashlight) all work as they did on the Gear S3.
Finally Battery life.....has been okay. Initially it was under two days (Gear S3 was 2.5 to 3 days for me) but it is now giving 2 days 5-6 hours. This is with AOD off, Wrist wake up on, auto screen brightness, HR every 10 minutes, Blood O2 manual, Wifi off, Bluetooth on, NFC off.
So quite happy with the switch over. I also got £115 for my Gear S3 trade in which I got on ebay 3 years ago for £150 so a bonus there.
Mods: Bezel cover is from KSR Watch. They do a Silicon based bezel ring. I managed to get a box of 4 GMT rings from them last month and it looks like they have stopped producing them which is a shame. The one currently on the watch has lost the silicon cover so is just really a vinyl sticker but it does the job.
The watch face is mod of https://www.svartling.net/p/watch-faces.html DeepSea Dweller face with a GMT complication added and change to the name. Check out his Watchmaker faces they are very good quality.
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Thanks for this - very helpful, as I am considering the same upgrade. Although I must admit, given that, as you mention, for the most part there aren't dramatic differences and the Gear S3 has significantly better battery life (I reliably get 3+ days) I'm still not convinced that the GW4 is worth the expense. BTW, I have a similar (aluminium) bezel ring by Ringke that I'm very happy with: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07LGTPN9R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1