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With the latest round of smart watches launching now or coming soon, I am curious as to what type of people are buying the latest products. Since this is in the Samsung Gear S3 forum, I would imagine most, if not all of you, are interested in Samsung's latest offering. So my question is are you upgrading to this watch or would this be your first smart watch?
I currently have the first gen Moto 360. What drew me to the Moto 360 is the fact that it had a circular screen and Android Wear intrigued me. I've been happy with the Moto 360, but it is starting to show its age. I didn't think I would consider the Samsung Gear S3, but the looks and 3-4 days battery life definitely peaked my interest. I am not 100% sold on the Tizen OS yet, but from what I have seem so far there is a very good chance this will be my next smart watch.
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3 or 4 days battery life but with screen Off like all other wear watch no ?
I have also the Gear S (first) it say also 3 or 4 day but in reality more one day than ..... or more if you do not use the watch
I get a full day with Screen always on with my S2. The S3 should give a few hours beyond that.
Upgrading from LG Watch R to Samsung Gear S3 Frontier
ttown said:
With the latest round of smart watches launching now or coming soon, I am curious as to what type of people are buying the latest products. Since this is in the Samsung Gear S3 forum, I would imagine most, if not all of you, are interested in Samsung's latest offering. So my question is are you upgrading to this watch or would this be your first smart watch?
I currently have the first gen Moto 360. What drew me to the Moto 360 is the fact that it had a circular screen and Android Wear intrigued me. I've been happy with the Moto 360, but it is starting to show its age. I didn't think I would consider the Samsung Gear S3, but the looks and 3-4 days battery life definitely peaked my interest. I am not 100% sold on the Tizen OS yet, but from what I have seem so far there is a very good chance this will be my next smart watch.
Please post your response in the poll and share your thoughts below including your current smart watch.
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I would be upgrading from a Gear S2 3G. I like the Gear S3's design better and its improvements to AOD. Also, the inclusion of Samsung Pay MST.
With Always-on activated from 6 am to 11 pm, I finish the day with about 35% battery left. The Gear S3 should be even better.
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My Huawei watch is at 50-60% by the time I put it on the charger about midnight each night. I wear it from 7am until midnight. So pretty darn good battery. I am interested in the GS3 because it seems to be more on the premium level finally. I had bought the S2 a couple months after having the Huawei, but returned it. The reason I didn't like the S2 was the cheap feel of it compared to the Huawei and I couldn't use other apps for text/email other than stock Samsung apps. Definitely interested to gety hands on the S3. My biggest reason for wanting Samsung is the e-sim. Not having to have a phone along could be a really nice option at times.
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I've stopped wearing my Moto 360 afer not seeing any benefit wearing it. Oh and the menu was also very laggy.
But I'm very interested in a new smartwatch which could replace my phone during sports with GPS and a heartrate sensor, so hardware wise the S3 seems like a good fit but the software was holding back the previous Samsung watches in the past from what I've read.
I'll probably wait for the first reviews / sofware updates and then decide if it's worth another try....or wait for the Gear Fit 3
I've been in the market for a smart watch since the first iWatch. So much so, I've debated jumping ship just to get a half-decent smart watch. I just simply couldn't justify locking myself down into a cookie cutter phone, no matter how stable and fluid it is, just for a watch. So, I've been trolling here, other sites, and all developments of wearables. When I found out the S3 is featuring MST, and that it doesn't depend on the phone to have it (Looking at you S2), I just knew I had to have it. Then with the later reported music streaming apps, a true map app for the wearable, and how sleek and casual, yet classy, the S3 is, I just KNEW I had to get it. I didn't even hesitate.
On 24 hours now with it and besides the lack of music streaming apps (December can't come fast enough. I hate spotify, but hey, streaming is streaming) and FULL support for Google Messenger (stock texting sucks ass, even more so for group messaging) i absolutely LOVE this watch. I've tried Samsung Pay, it works. It's amazing. I think it's silly you can only do 5 transactions when in standalone mode, but I can kind of understand the reasoning behind it, to a degree even though it is still silly in my eyes (security issues).
If you've thought about getting this watch for ANY reason, stop thinking about it and go get it. You will love it. I'm SO glad I waited for the s3 and didn't rush into any other wearable.
Upgrading from the Gear S
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I was interested in the Gear S2 when I read it had Samsung Pay, but found out it was not MST capable so I decided against it. Then I stumbled upon the Gear S3 details and anxiously awaited until its release. Now I feel safer using it to pay because I don't have to pull out my phone or my wallet.
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I've tried Samsung Pay, it works. It's amazing. I think it's silly you can only do 5 transactions when in standalone mode, but I can kind of understand the reasoning behind it, to a degree even though it is still silly in my eyes (security issues).
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Have you actually triggered the 5 transaction limit? What does it say when it happens?
First smart watch and will probably return it next week for a refund as:
1. Basically it does not work as a watch as the turn on gesture is not sensitive enough. I do not want AOD as that will kill the battery and lessen the screen life / burn in.
Looking at a blank screen instead of the time is frustrating I suspect this is true for all smartwatches though with wake up gesture not just the S3.
2. Notifications are too unreliable.
3. Samsung Pay is not available in the UK - I knew this before I purchased but Samsung will not state when it will be available if ever.
This will be my third. Had a galaxy gear and currently wearing the gear 2. Still 1 week to wait here in the Netherlands.
I enjoy the notifications on my watch and don't really expect much else. So I'm easy to please
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This will my 4th upgrade. I missed 2 things from the Gear S2: a speaker to let people know I'm fumbling to get my phone out; and Samsung Pay. I love how strong the vibration setting is on the S2 and hope it will be just as great on the S3.
Now what REALLY bothers me though is that this watch is completely geared for males. I don't mind the size - but goodness gracious Samsung - do we just count for nothing???? I will not rock the robust look of the Frontier. So I'm just left with a silver Classic Bluetooth only version and very masculine bands with the original order. I have the S2 in Rose Gold and a white leather band and LOVE the look!
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Have you actually triggered the 5 transaction limit? What does it say when it happens?
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I have not, I was merely reporting documentation I've come across.
"Make at least 5 payments on your Gear S3 without a Galaxy smartphone nearby after initial setup. Number of transactions varies by card network and bank. Reload payment capability by connecting to a Galaxy Smartphone via Bluetooth. Only compatible with select cards, carriers and Android smartphones; see the Samsung Pay Support page at www.samsung.com/us/ support/owners/app/samsung-pay#compatibility for compatibility information." Found at the bottom of this link denoted by the 2.
What this means is after you setup Samsung pay to the Gear s3, you can then depending on bank, make up to 5 or more* transactions without needing to sync your phone via bluetooth to the watch. After that, you apparently will be unable to make any more payments until the S3 is then resycned to the phone.
* denotes bank and card limitations, defaults to 5.
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I've been in the market for a smart watch since the first iWatch. So much so, I've debated jumping ship just to get a half-decent smart watch. I just simply couldn't justify locking myself down into a cookie cutter phone, no matter how stable and fluid it is, just for a watch. So, I've been trolling here, other sites, and all developments of wearables. When I found out the S3 is featuring MST, and that it doesn't depend on the phone to have it (Looking at you S2), I just knew I had to have it. Then with the later reported music streaming apps, a true map app for the wearable, and how sleek and casual, yet classy, the S3 is, I just KNEW I had to get it. I didn't even hesitate.
On 24 hours now with it and besides the lack of music streaming apps (December can't come fast enough. I hate spotify, but hey, streaming is streaming) and FULL support for Google Messenger (stock texting sucks ass, even more so for group messaging) i absolutely LOVE this watch. I've tried Samsung Pay, it works. It's amazing. I think it's silly you can only do 5 transactions when in standalone mode, but I can kind of understand the reasoning behind it, to a degree even though it is still silly in my eyes (security issues).
If you've thought about getting this watch for ANY reason, stop thinking about it and go get it. You will love it. I'm SO glad I waited for the s3 and didn't rush into any other wearable.
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for the only being able to do 5 transactions with the s3 on standalone. With the phone if you have no service I believe you can only do 10 transactions. Because it stores tokens to use with s-pay, and once those are used you have to replenish them
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I upgraded from the Huawei watch, to the s3. The Huawei looks plain and boring compared to it.
Started with pebble from Kickstarter, then pebble steel, then pebble time then pebble time steel.
Moved to Apple watch when I was issued an iPhone for work.
Also played with most of the FitBit range with a fit bit on one writs and either a pebble or apple watch on the other.
Recently trialling a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge phone for work and have now move the the Gear S3 Frontier as a companion
Ok, before I start, I have to say that my S3 Frontier is the best Smart Watch I have ever owned. I have had an apple watch. I own an LG Urbane, Gear S2 and now the S3 Frontier LTE version.
Now I have to say that this is an awesome watch but I have been having several issues that are bugging me but I am sure they can be fixed with software updates so I'm hanging in there but here are my issues and they are getting annoying:
Watch constantly locks, thinking I took the watch off my wrist. If I tighten it real tight it won't. The heart beat sensor constantly tells me to reposition the watch on my wrist or clean the sensor. I have to move it or tighten it several times before I can get a reading. The altimeter is always all over the place. I can recalibrate it in the same spot every time and get everything from - 100 feet to 200 feet. Mind you I live at sea level. The barometer stays at 30 and never moves even though I am sure the barometric pressure is changing. The GPS doesn't lock very quickly so using it as a standalone GPS isn't really feasible yet. Locks great with phone hooked up. Samsung Pay does not integrate with the phone version. Works great but when I pay with my watch, I don't get rewards points. Also, I kept my S2 for a more sporty look and when I was going somewhere that I didn't want to mess up my frontier. I connected to my S2 the other day and when I connected back to my s3, Samsung Pay had to be set up all over again. That is to inconvenient for those of us who would like to switch between watches. The gear app does a good job at being able to switch seamlessly but messes up Samsung Pay every time you switch. I only use it to impress people or don't have my phone with me but honestly Samsung Pay on the watch has been more of a hassle than it's worth for me. Now if Samsung were to integrate the promotions and the gear app wouldn't keep deleting my cards every time I switched watches, Samsung Pay would be dope.
Now you may say that I have defective sensors but upon trolling the net, I see others are having some of the same issues. I am sure that with some updates it will improve. I see that there has already been one update that improves the GPS but unfortunately I have to wait for Tmobile to push it out since I have the Lte version and have noticed that with my S2, you have to wait for updates if you have the LTE versions.
Now please don't get me wrong. I loved my S2 and am loving my s3 even more but still needs some improvement.
I still think it's the best on the market! Some say there is a lack of apps but there is an app for all my needs and between all the watch face apps and gear designer, I have even designed my own faces. I think hands down it even beats android wear in the watch face designing department. I also think this is definitely an apple watch killer. Only wish they would have made it a little more water resistant so I could swim with it but it's all good.
This watch has a lot of potential and I hope Samsung starts working on updates to fix its shortcomings but for now it's the best smart watch in my opinion.
Just curious (because you seem to use the watch all the time), how's the quality of the bezel? It became in time slightly loose and it's clicky when you tap on it?
I recognize your story but the love prevails for now, probably until a better S4 or Huawei Watch comes out.
Don't use Samsung pay but I don't recognize your GPS comment. Maybe I live under a satellite cause mine locks in about 3 to 5 seconds.
Btw coming from the doomed Pebble, I had a time steel and backed (%|#!) a time 2, I'm glad to find the S3 does the same plus more and looks like a proper watch. So I'll just have to live with it's quirks.
Edit: Been thinking about this. If Garmin would release a smaller Fenix 4 I'll probably get that, I like always on reflective displays better than oled.
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Just curious (because you seem to use the watch all the time), how's the quality of the bezel? It became in time slightly loose and it's clicky when you tap on it?
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I haven't had any problems and actually I like the smoothness and it hasn't gotten loose on me. I have heard complaints about the behalf but I think it's perfect.
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I recognize your story but the love prevails for now, probably until a better S4 or Huawei Watch comes out.
Don't use Samsung pay but I don't recognize your GPS comment. Maybe I live under a satellite cause mine locks in about 3 to 5 seconds.
Btw coming from the doomed Pebble, I had a time steel and backed (%|#!) a time 2, I'm glad to find the S3 does the same plus more and looks like a proper watch. So I'll just have to live with it's quirks.
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Do you have the Bluetooth or LTE version? It is my understanding that there was an update that improved the GPS lock on the Bluetooth version. I'm still waiting for the update.
I am sure most if not all these quirks will be fixed with updates. Samsung did a good job fixing several issues with the S2 so I am confident they will do good with the S3. I just hate having to wait a few extra months because I have the LTE version but at the same time I use the standalone features with call forwarding and tmobile digits looks promising.
Trust me, I'm still more on the love side.
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Do you have the Bluetooth or LTE version? It is my understanding that there was an update that improved the GPS lock on the Bluetooth version. I'm still waiting for the update.
I am sure most if not all these quirks will be fixed with updates. Samsung did a good job fixing several issues with the S2 so I am confident they will do good with the S3. I just hate having to wait a few extra months because I have the LTE version but at the same time I use the standalone features with call forwarding and tmobile digits looks promising.
Trust me, I'm still more on the love side.
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Bluetooth...
Sirdragonx said:
I haven't had any problems and actually I like the smoothness and it hasn't gotten loose on me. I have heard complaints about the behalf but I think it's perfect.
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So, your watch is nothing like this: https://youtu.be/QoqKgXq-KRA?t=12m15s
(min 12:18 if it doesn't load ok)
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So, your watch is nothing like this:
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I tried tapping mine and mine is fine. Not like the video. Not loose at all.
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Bluetooth...
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I think the update included the GPS fix.
Mine taps too just like several others I checked. Very annoying but probably ok. I guess...
I switch between the gear s and gear s3 and have no problems with having to restart samsung pay. And you do get the points using the watch also.
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Mine taps too just like several others I checked. Very annoying but probably ok. I guess...
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I just don't know and I'm trying to make up my mind if I should return it or not.
The watch is fine otherwise but I'm thinking that MAYBE is just a bad luck and if I change it, everything it will be fine (like the one of OP).
I asked in a Samsung service about this problem and the technician said that at this point he has no clue if this is expected or not but that all the Gear S2 that he saw, had this little clicky thing.
Then I asked if the bezel is changed without disassembling the watch and he said that the bezel is attached to the watch face and it is changed as an entire unit, basically removing the bottom and the electronics and inserted into the new one.
Mine (in just 4 days after unpacking) is more than clicky when I tap it, the bezel is also slightly loose and there is enough lateral and vertical movement (when I press one side, the other is just slightly moving up).
I can't imagine that in time, it will be better but I can imagine all the dust and hair that it will be stuck under the bezel.
My watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iQd2AA8XPo
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I just don't know and I'm trying to make up my mind if I should return it or not.[/URL]
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If you have any doubt, return it. If only for peace of mind. You can always buy it again.
Mine is less loose but It's loose a bit nevertheless...
I'm going back to the shop tomorrow but I doubt i can swap it...
Can't find the forum but anyone else ordered one? Not expecting it until 6th.
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Can't find the forum but anyone else ordered one? Not expecting it until 6th.
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I already ha e mine.
I don't think it's getting a forum? I should be getting my 46mm today.
Bum the previous gears do.
You guys us? Let us know how you find it...
Any links to buying unlocked LTE galaxy watch
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I already ha e mine.
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Feedback?
The reviews from people who have purchased it are mixed. Everyone to seems to love the watch, fit and finish. Lots of people complaining it doesn't have MST and reducing stars on it for that reason in reviews. I mean, you must know that it doesn't have MST before you buy it, right? It was known well before release. Apparently, Best Buy lied and UPS turned it over to USPS so I will be getting it tomorrow. Luckily, I don't care about MST, I don't plan to pay from my watch, I still find it more convenient to pop my debit card into the chip reader lol. I've been behind people waving phones and apple watches over the terminals and taking way too much time. I'd rather not inconvenience those behind me for no reason.
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Feedback?
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I love it overall. I am replacing my Gear S2 with it. Already lasts longer than that is all I could hope for.
I'm surprised I can't find a Galaxy Watch forum either. I absolutely love the watch though.
I came from using a Fitbit Ionic and while that was decent, this is just miles ahead. The biggest thing for me, as dumb as it is, I love the fact that it looks like a real watch and not a funky square. I got a stainless steel band on Amazon for around 15 bucks and it makes it look even better.
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I'm surprised I can't find a Galaxy Watch forum either. I absolutely love the watch though.
I came from using a Fitbit Ionic and while that was decent, this is just miles ahead. The biggest thing for me, as dumb as it is, I love the fact that it looks like a real watch and not a funky square. I got a stainless steel band on Amazon for around 15 bucks and it makes it look even better.
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I have the Gear Fit2 Pro. I can't wait for my watch to arrive tomorrow. I know it will be a huge upgrade.
i had the frontier s3 lte and the galaxy watch now. both 46 mm.
out of the gate the new watch has a much longer battery life. the longest i had it off charge was 2 days of use. this is with all radios on, max screen brightness (10) and not disabling anything. when i put it on charge at the end of day 2 it still had 40% left. the s3 would have died a day ago.
the build quality is upped over the s3 and it looks damn good. bezel rotation seems improved over the s3.
i knew about mst well before i purchased the watch. its a bummer since i was used to it on the s3, but its not a big enough CON to keep me from purchasing it. more and more sites I go to use the newer tech anyway so its not been an issue.
Bwahahaha. Smart watches. Carry on.
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The reviews from people who have purchased it are mixed. Everyone to seems to love the watch, fit and finish. Lots of people complaining it doesn't have MST and reducing stars on it for that reason in reviews. I mean, you must know that it doesn't have MST before you buy it, right? It was known well before release. Apparently, Best Buy lied and UPS turned it over to USPS so I will be getting it tomorrow. Luckily, I don't care about MST, I don't plan to pay from my watch, I still find it more convenient to pop my debit card into the chip reader lol. I've been behind people waving phones and apple watches over the terminals and taking way too much time. I'd rather not inconvenience those behind me for no reason.
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I totally agree man. It's a pain when they have to wave their gadgets two, three or even more times at the reader
It's even worse with the starbucks cards !! Use your credit card for christ sake!
...end of rant, aaah so refreshed. :laugh:
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I totally agree man. It's a pain when they have to wave their gadgets two, three or even more times at the reader
It's even worse with the starbucks cards !! Use your credit card for christ sake!
...end of rant, aaah so refreshed. :laugh:
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:laugh::laugh: right? I got my watch today, already in love with it! Gear Fit2 Pro was nifty, but this is a whole new world!
I have the LTE 46mm version. Although it is supposed to work stand alone it requires a paired digits plan @10 bucks/mo and can only have the LTE service activated if you have a samsung S7 or better. Spent over 4 hours with store employees and T-Mobile tech support before they figured it out. IPhone LTE support will be added sometime in the future. Unfortunately I have a Note Edge (essentially a note 4) so I'm screwed as far as getting LTE activated. T-Mobile is a pain. If it can work stand alone it should be able to be activated. Other than the LTE issue I do like it.
i have the 46mm lte galaxy watch. i dont need the main phone to be with it.
the watch has its own REAL phone number. ive called people and have had people call me directly on the watch.
i had this same setup with the s3 frontier.
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I have the LTE 46mm version. Although it is supposed to work stand alone it requires a paired digits plan @10 bucks/mo and can only have the LTE service activated if you have a samsung S7 or better. Spent over 4 hours with store employees and T-Mobile tech support before they figured it out. IPhone LTE support will be added sometime in the future. Unfortunately I have a Note Edge (essentially a note 4) so I'm screwed as far as getting LTE activated. T-Mobile is a pain. If it can work stand alone it should be able to be activated. Other than the LTE issue I do like it.
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Couldn't they just use a demo to get you started? Like just pop your sim in a S8 set it up and switch back to a note 4 and be out the door?
80 hours in on my first charge and 52% battery left. This thing is nuts. I have wake up gestures on, NFC/Bluetooth on and brightness at 8. Its crazy good.
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Couldn't they just use a demo to get you started? Like just pop your sim in a S8 set it up and switch back to a note 4 and be out the door?
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You would think so but apparently their demos are just that, demos. Also my sim is too large to fit so they would have to change sims. Still, you would think it would be easy enough.
I've received a delivery notification and its this I'm waiting for from Samsung - comes tomorrow. Was scheduled for 6th following pre order.
Hi guys,
I'm in the market for a new smartwatch to pair with my note 9.I previously owned a gear s3 which i sold when i switched to iphone?.
I know there is the galaxy watch right now but i saw that there is not much of a difference with the old gear s3.
What do you guys reccomend?go for android wear or get the new galaxy watch?
Thanks
I never had a gear S3, but I have the Galaxy Watch. I've been using it for 13 hours and the battery is at 88%. I don't know if the S3 can hang like that. I've changed watch faces 50 times, downloaded a dozen and have been responding to texts and messing around with all day, etc. This is my first smartwatch, I'm beyond happy so far.
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I never had a gear S3, but I have the Galaxy Watch. I've been using it for 13 hours and the battery is at 88%. I don't know if the S3 can hang like that. I've changed watch faces 50 times, downloaded a dozen and have been responding to texts and messing around with all day, etc. This is my first smartwatch, I'm beyond happy so far.
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I think the Galaxy Watch is capable of four days use before charging, sounds like that's holding up easily considering the heavy usage on opening day.
I'd consider it, but I still have a Gear S2 that's rollin' along & even further back, a Gear 2, the latter is my fave, what's not to like in a watch that has a camera & an I-R Blaster, LOL....
JMHO, Samsung rules the Android compatible smart watch world, I've had two Android/Google wear watches & both were a mess, hardware & software.
My main use for smart watches is notifications, beats the Hell outta reaching for the phone on every incoming text or email alert.
Enjoy the new watch.
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I had the s3 frontier until last week and then I purchased the new Galaxy watch on the day of release. I miss the ability to use Samsung pay on any pay terminal since the S3 had MST in it. The Galaxy does look a bit better ( I have the 46mm) but I am not certain it is a worth while upgrade from the s3. Also when they are back in stock at my local BB I will be returning mine due to a battery charging issue (is it ok now) as well a red dot that appeared on the screen after charging stopped. I am still deciding as to swap back to the s3 or give the galaxy watch another chance.
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I think the Galaxy Watch is capable of four days use before charging, sounds like that's holding up easily considering the heavy usage on opening day.
I'd consider it, but I still have a Gear S2 that's rollin' along & even further back, a Gear 2, the latter is my fave, what's not to like in a watch that has a camera & an I-R Blaster, LOL....
JMHO, Samsung rules the Android compatible smart watch world, I've had two Android/Google wear watches & both were a mess, hardware & software.
My main use for smart watches is notifications, beats the Hell outta reaching for the phone on every incoming text or email alert.
Enjoy the new watch.
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Thanks! Its now at 75% with no features turned off except screen timeout at 15 seconds. Wake gestures on and I'm at 75% battery after 24 hours. Still playing with it a lot more than normal once the honeymoon period wears off. I'd say with heavy use I'll get 4 days, maybe more with light use?
I have the Casio ProTrek WSD-F20 in White. Great watch nice and rugged loads of features
Hi all! I'm about to purchase my first smartwatch ever and am in research mode. I'm in desperate need of help, and a lot of it I believe you all can help me with. The main debate is this: Gear S3 Classic or Galaxy Watch. Would you repurchase this watch if you had the same choice I'm going through?
Things I'm considering:
-I likely will be able to save $100 to $150 on the S3. I see it for $200 new on eBay right now, and Black Friday is around the corner. Meanwhile the Galaxy Watch is around $330. Is the Galaxy Watch worth the price difference? I'm not sure.
-Battery will likely be better on the bew) newer watch. Will the S3 get me a couple to a few days?
-MST being removed on the Galaxy Watch (what the heck, Samsung?) is a big deal to me, but not a complete deal breaker since I will most often have my phone anyway (Note9).
-Water resistance isn't huge to me, as I don't swim hardly ever.
-I prefer the look of the Classic S3 over all other smartwatches. Looks amazing and classy (I dress up a lot and I feel it could be worn casually as well - I'd be getting a silver metal band for it immediately).
-Likely that the S3 doesn't get supported much longer. Not updated to Tizen 4.0 and maybe never will be. Does it even matter though?
I plan on using this thing for running and workouts (plus step counting), primarily. Also for notifications and things. No gaming. No phone calls. Considering I have no experience with smartwatches, what would you all recommend? Pay under $200 for the S3 classic or get the latest and greatest for around $300 or more? Thanks for your input!
Also: I can load a bunch of music on there and play files through the Samsung music player, correct? Is the speaker decent enough to run with that as my music source? I usually run with my phone in my pocket blaring as loud as it can go.
I'll stay with my gear s3 classic. The only upgrage I've read about galaxy watch is bixby, and I don't really use bixby on the phone.
I do recommend bluetooth earphone for jogging.
I'd go with the S3 Classic.
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I'll stay with my gear s3 classic. The only upgrage I've read about galaxy watch is bixby, and I don't really use bixby on the phone.
I do recommend bluetooth earphone for jogging.
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Yeah I cannot imagine needing Bixby on my watch. So the speakers aren't very loud on the watch? I never can find BT earbuds I like. It's tough. I do want some though.
So there's nothing that'll be super outdated right soon after I buy the S3 Classic? I just usually buy the latest and greatest for phones... But I think in this case I'd be wise not to.
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I'd go with the S3 Classic.
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Do you use it for running? Is the GPS decently accurate?
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Do you use it for running? Is the GPS decently accurate?
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Unfortunately, I can't run due to the fact I haven't been able to bend my knee in almost a year and can barely walk and am off work on a leave of absence but yest the GPS seemed fairly accurate. It would always show me being at work at Amazon in Kansas City, KS when I was st work and it always shows my location when I check it. It usually only takes a couple of seconds, usually less, to find your location.
PsiPhiDan said:
Yeah I cannot imagine needing Bixby on my watch. So the speakers aren't very loud on the watch? I never can find BT earbuds I like. It's tough. I do want some though.
So there's nothing that'll be super outdated right soon after I buy the S3 Classic? I just usually buy the latest and greatest for phones... But I think in this case I'd be wise not to.
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The speaker is loud enough but the quality is just for notifications.
In the matter of outdated, I've been on sony smartwatch, gear 1, gear s, some pebble, some android watches, improvement so far is amoled screen, heart rate sensors, water resistance. Hey you have it all on gear s3. Frontier is the choice if you want to leave the phone home for it have gsm so that samsung can forward sms and chats to the watch over their sever. That is if your country support esim, mine doesn't.
sarjarim said:
The speaker is loud enough but the quality is just for notifications.
In the matter of outdated, I've been on sony smartwatch, gear 1, gear s, some pebble, some android watches, improvement so far is amoled screen, heart rate sensors, water resistance. Hey you have it all on gear s3. Frontier is the choice if you want to leave the phone home for it have gsm so that samsung can forward sms and chats to the watch over their sever. That is if your country support esim, mine doesn't.
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S3 Classic has the same feature as the Frontier. Both have the same features just different looks. One is more sporty while the other is more dressy. The Frontier was too bulky looming for me so I went with the classic as it is not as bulky and has nice black leather watch band and goes nicely with a casual wear, a suit, or jeans and a t-shirt. And it looks like a traditional wrist watch.
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S3 Classic has the same feature as the Frontier. Both have the same features just different looks. One is more sporty while the other is more dressy. The Frontier was too bulky looming for me so I went with the classic as it is not as bulky and has nice black leather watch band and goes nicely with a casual wear, a suit, or jeans and a t-shirt. And it looks like a traditional wrist watch.
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Sorry, my mistake. So both watches had esim.
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S3 Classic has the same feature as the Frontier. Both have the same features just different looks. One is more sporty while the other is more dressy. The Frontier was too bulky looming for me so I went with the classic as it is not as bulky and has nice black leather watch band and goes nicely with a casual wear, a suit, or jeans and a t-shirt. And it looks like a traditional wrist watch.
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The dressy look is what I'm thrilled about. The new generation doesn't appeal to me because of the lack of "classic" look.
I bought a used S3 frontier for 90 dollars on swappa. Best deal for this awesome watch.
if i were you, i won't purchase any smart watch but some decent real watch ..IMO its just a gimmick, this technology dont have future, i was excited to buy this gear s3 frontier but all in vain, battery life is worse ,scratch all over the bezel,
after a while bezel start loosen up.. stain or (i don't know what to say) in glass and many more problem...
see it yourself
https://imgur.com/a/RxtNsSC
kwaasung said:
if i were you, i won't purchase any smart watch but some decent real watch ..IMO its just a gimmick, this technology dont have future, i was excited to buy this gear s3 frontier but all in vain, battery life is worse ,scratch all over the bezel,
after a while bezel start loosen up.. stain or (i don't know what to say) in glass and many more problem...
see it yourself
https://imgur.com/a/RxtNsSC
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This technology has no future? I have a feeling you're going to feel silly about that comment in 20 years. ?
I have a really nice Bulova watch already. It doesn't track my steps, give me my notifications while I'm in a meeting, running, or teaching. It doesn't track my runs for me and play music to my Bluetooth headphones while I'm out without my phone. I'm not sure what you wanted from your smartwatch... But if a normal watch is a suitable replacement for you, then I'd say you bought the smartwatch for the wrong reasons.
kwaasung said:
if i were you, i won't purchase any smart watch but some decent real watch ..IMO its just a gimmick, this technology dont have future, i was excited to buy this gear s3 frontier but all in vain, battery life is worse ,scratch all over the bezel,
after a while bezel start loosen up.. stain or (i don't know what to say) in glass and many more problem...
see it yourself
https://imgur.com/a/RxtNsSC
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To each their own. I was against the entire smartwatch (for the PRICE). Once the G3 came down to what I considered a reasonable level late spring this year, I bought one. After wearing it to work all week, NOW I get it. Being able to see the notifications, for me, without pulling the phone out of my belt clip, is reason enough. Battery life for me is about 2 days, plus 20%. As far as scratched bezels and things like that, I'm one of those careful types that takes their watch off before
doing any work, or something that might otherwise damage it. I did the same with my non smart casio watches over the
years as well.
kwaasung said:
if i were you, i won't purchase any smart watch but some decent real watch ..IMO its just a gimmick, this technology dont have future, i was excited to buy this gear s3 frontier but all in vain, battery life is worse ,scratch all over the bezel,
after a while bezel start loosen up.. stain or (i don't know what to say) in glass and many more problem...
see it yourself
https://imgur.com/a/RxtNsSC
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If you just wanted to know the time, yes, buy ordinary time showing watches.
Want to exercise, buy fitness tracker.
Smartwatches is in between time showing watch and fitness tracker, more about notification on sight. I don't want to open my phone just to read unnecessary chat that I don't wanted to reply.