Samsung Gear S2 launch window announced
Samsung has announced that its Gear S2 smartwatch will go on sale from October 2015.
The company also revealed that the Gear S2 will work with other Android devices, though it recommended its Galaxy smartphones for the best experience.
In addition to the launch window and platform support, Samsung said it has partnered with Italian designer Alessandro Mendini to make accessories, such as wrist straps, for the Gear S2.
The release of a software development kit for its new smartwatch was also tabled.
The Gear S2 was first announced on 31 August, and boasts a 1.2-inch circular Super AMOLED display with 360×360 resolution, a dual-core 1GHz processor, 512MB of RAM, and 4GB of internal storage.
It runs Samsung’s Tizen OS, and supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC connections.
Three versions of the watch will go on sale:
- Gear S2 – 42 x 49.8 x 11.4 mm and 47g
- Gear S2 Classic – 39.9 x 43.6 x 11.4 mm and 42g
- Gear S2 3G Version – 44 x 51.8 x 13.4 mm and 51g
The Gear S2 with 3G connectivity incorporates an “e-SIM” and features voice capability, allowing users to “perform quick functions without being closely tethered to their phone”.
The S2 and S2 Classic will run off a 250mAh Li-ion battery, while the 3G version packs a 300mAh battery. All watches support wireless charging.
Samsung Gear S2
Samsung Gear S2
Samsung Gear S2
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