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[Samsung Gear S] demmo81:
Where r u located m8 ? It's out in bahrain already from 3 days but only the white one for now.. it's.from samsung it self not any other retailer if u want I can check for u or even ship it by aramex or DHL.. I think a sung x an do this..

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I'm sure some developers will do something for the rom.inside or even android rom. Later on
[Samsung Gear S] Dmac1984:
I'm in the US, I really want the black one and mind of worried that if I hey an international version att won't support it. How much does it cost over there translated to us dollars?

Appreciate it man!
[Samsung Gear S] joytest:
It says Qualcomm HSPA+ on a little sticker at the back. I'm guessing it's using an unspecified Qualcomm chip, and supports 3G, HSPA and HSPA+.

It's not 4G, so I think it should work in the US with any provider.
[Samsung Gear S] demmo81:
It's around 380$ here in bahrain and I think it should work normally but we don't have the black one yet.. by the way the strap u can change it and it will not show the white body even if u used a black strap because it's black and silver from front....
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
In the U.S Next week.

http://9to5google.com/2014/10/30/samsung-gear-s-release-date/
[Samsung Gear S] Dmac1984:
Ahhhhhhhhh

Thank you man! Best news in a while. Excited.
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
I played with a US on today. There seem to be several stock watch faces but I could not edit them. Few stock apps loaded so I could not try Web browsing. I was told either the watch which have its own play store app or you have to download apps through your Samsung phone.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
November 7 hurry up I will be the first in line to buy my Gear S on sprint. Glad I don't have Verizon with 350 on contract ouch while the other carriers allow you to pay over time

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http://9to5google.com/2014/10/30/samsung-gear-s-release-date/
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
It would be nice to know Verizon's release date unless they are trying to add bloatware and gum up the OS? Good for those who can get it next Friday.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Verizon is always Tardy for the party my guess is 2 weeks later they need time to stamp their famous logo all over it :D
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
No question about that! As long as I can keep my unlimited data on my phone I will sign up for the watch.
[Samsung Gear S] m3lover1:
Man I'm really debating whether to get the gear S or moto 360. I really like both, using a note 4 currently. I really wish the gear S was running Android wear. That would make it a much easier decision.
[Samsung Gear S] bennie joe:
I know what you mean...

I am torn between the Gear S and the Asus zen watch now...but the Gear S will be here in a week and no release date of the Asus in sight... Price is right, so I will go with the Gear.

That is unless Asus announces their date before then....then I will have to rethink it again...

I just had to stop looking for other new products. Technology evolves fast and if you wait long enough, there will always be a better product coming out in just a few more weeks...

I am done waiting and want to start my smart watch experience now... If I really end up not liking it, I can always sell it again... And many people own more than one watch, technically, that concept should apply to smart watches as well, right ;)
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
With a note 4 gear S seems like a better choice for me. Only trying it out will tell.
[Samsung Gear S] rfs830:
Gear S for me. I wanted to be able to get calls with out having to use my cell phone. Right now the Gear S is the only device out that can do this. Rumor is that LG is working on a watch with 3g also but that is not out yet. Plus this will fit my samsung collection. Note 4, Note Pro, Gear S and soon to add Gear Circle.
[Samsung Gear S] HappeningDude:
I have received mine yesterday. It is not as big as many has said, maybe I have big wrist. Anyway, please take note that you will need a Samsung phone (only Samsung) to setup the phone to start using the Gear S.
[Samsung Gear S] ampm325:
AT&T announced on Thursday that the Gear S will be available through its retail stores and website on November 7th for $199.99 with a new two-year service agreement. AT&T customers can add the Gear S to a Mobile Share plan for $10 per month

I am on an unlimited data plan, I won't even pay 10 bucks a month for my Internet connected thermostat, at&t can kiss my ass before I hand them another 10 a month so I can check the time on my wrist! Greed is ugly
[Samsung Gear S] demmo81:
I don't think u need samsung phone only u can have gear manager and it's in the play market that'd all this is what u need to set it up and if u have a chip no need even....
[Samsung Gear S] HappeningDude:
I think the Gear Manager is only available in Samsung App Store. I couldn't find the gear manager in the Google Play Store.

Having said that, I manage to download the Gear Manager apk from this forum and install it on my Sony Xperia. The gear manager app could launch but it could not detect the Gear S.

I really might have to get out and get a Samsung device. :(
[Samsung Gear S] dbraba01:
Having a gear2 the manager is only in the Samsung app store. You can use the gear manager with a tablet. I have it installed on my tab s. I'm pretty sure it will work with a tab 4 and pro also.
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
What about going to a best buy store and playing with a samsung phone that has Gear Manager installed and connecting the Gear S with one of the display models on the low.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Maybe you can borrow a friends Samsung phone S3/S4/S5 Note/NOTE2/Note3/Note4 you just need it for the set up the you should be good to go. Or do the store thing worth a try. There's a thread in the gear/s/neo section how to connect to other phones that are not Samsung maybe you can try those threads
[Samsung Gear S] joytest:
The paired phone will sync all contacts over. I don't think you'd want to pair with a store device.
[Samsung Gear S] bomariam1:
I have the gear 1, gear 2, gear fit, moto 360 and I just bout the gear s.

It's lovely and so practical, the only thing is no camera and IR missing.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Yes I wanted the camera and IR blaster for the Gear S I have the gear 2 and had the gear 1. I loved the android on gear 1 I used Bluetooth tether for my internet. Tizen on gear 2 and gear S damn you Samy

So can you use Opera Mini via Bluetooth on your phone?
[Samsung Gear S] bomariam1:
The opera support Arabic.
[Samsung Gear S] SayWhat10:
Wait..... You need a Samsung phone to run the watch?

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And can anybody confirm for US can we just use the watch via Bluetooth or we have to pay $10/month to at&t?
[Samsung Gear S] HappeningDude:
Yes, you need a Samsung phone to setup the phone. Then you can run it standalone.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
You need a Samsung phone for the initial pairing of the gear S and phone after that in order to download apps you will need your phone. GPS may/may not need your phone to work. From my understanding all carriers are having us pay 10$ a month I believe t-mobile has a 5$ plan.
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
i read somewhere that T-Mobile will sell the Gear S outright $349. no contract.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
I hope that is true I had planed to pay the 350 out right plus taxes for T-mobile and just use it with my Sprint if they will let me do that. I would just bluetooth it all the time I don't want to use the internet on the watch itself without bluetooth the data plan would be ate right up with the little 500mb a month they want to offer
[Samsung Gear S] SayWhat10:
THIS.

I'm on sprint with unlimited internet and just want to bluetooth the watch. Using bluetooth do u have all the functions you would as if you had the $10/month paid service?
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Yes the 10$ a month is to pay for data because the text/call would be unlimited. I'd rather bluetooth tether my internet from my phone for the watch to use my unlimited data vs. the data limit the watch is restricted to. I could always forward my calls to my watch when I don't want to carry my phone and just download apps and send via bluetooth
[Samsung Gear S] Dmac1984:
Just buy it outright and Bluetooth it to your phone, at&t has nothing to do with that, they are not NOT going to sell you the watch outright, that would be dumb of them, then just connect it via bluetooth and your off.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Hopefully it works this way as I am on Sprint and their "sim card/uicc" works different them GSM card Even if AT&T tells me to unlock it well Sprint doesn't work like that so we shall soon see
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
Waiting for the Verizon release date....
[Samsung Gear S] SayWhat10:
You say buy it out right, but att won't sell it out right? #confused
[Samsung Gear S] Dmac1984:
Went to att today and they said you can buy it outright. Or just buy an unlocked version. At any point I can go to att and buy a phone full price and leave just to use it as something to play games on or browse the internet. Can't imagine they'd force a contract onto you.

#notsurewhyyoureconfused
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
How much is the outright price I know it's 199$ on contract
[Samsung Gear S] myisf08:
Unlocked version!?! Whaa? I called at&t and they said the watch would be locked to at&t as they are carrier specific. Ugh, I'm so confused! :banghead:
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
If unlocked it should work on T-Mobile but not Verizon or Sprint.
[Samsung Gear S] Dmac1984:
The places selling them in the UK are unlocked (not carrier specific) regardless why would att not sell you the watch off contract? Chances are the rep you talked to is full of **** as they usually are, especially on stuff like this, they make it up so they don't look like they don't have an answer. Go on att.com and you'll see off contract pricing for everything, so they are saying that for this watch you cant do that? The only thing ever that you absolutely have to sign a contract for or you get nothing and they refuse your money?that's ridiculous, look at the places in the UK offering preorder, those are unlocked and can be used as just bluetooth, the att Verizon sprint and t mobiles can be bought full price and you can walk out the door no contract I guarantee it, any rep who tells you different is lying, i bought my note 3 last year outright, walked in asked for the phone, so no I do not want to add a line or resign a 2 year, paid full price, left with the phone in an unopened box still using my note 1 until I got home and switched Sims, you will pay more off contract, but the fact is, you'll pay about 350-400 for just the watch or $199 on contract + $10 a month for 2 years = $439 it's almost the same as buying the watch outright, might as well get the contract. I'm sure you'll see an off contract price on the site friday, or ask a manager in store on Friday about buying outright, right now they're just bull**** ting answers to look like they know what they are talking about.
[Samsung Gear S] rfs830:
I'm going to get it on contract. Trying to stay in a two year cycle on phones now they they are not changing so much. Note 4 and gear s for 2 years sounds ok.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Gear S 2 years you know Samsung will come out with more smartwatches by then. they will release another with the S6 in feb/march. And maybe 6 months after that. Samsung love to give us many options so we wont get bored fast.
[Samsung Gear S] rfs830:
Where did you hear about new watch with s6?
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Only rumors nothing set in stone

http://www.thetechgets.com/2014/09/samsung-smartwatch-fingerprint-scanner.html

Samsung is also working on the Samsung gear round it will look like the moto 360 but have 4G LTE capabilities

but these are rumors

http://xdaforums.com/note-4/accessories/samsung-gear-round-t2930381
[Samsung Gear S] ronaldheld:
I would rather buy off contract because 2 years is a long period of time for smartphone development.
[Samsung Gear S] rfs830:
Im going to see how much att off contract price is. Being that I am going to be keeping internet on the phone, the contract price is not bad. If they do come out with a new 3g/lte watch in a year, I can just move the card im using to the new phone that I buy off contract.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
He said it's 299$ off contract. I may just buy from AT&T save myself 84 from Sprint o plus taxes so saving at least 100$

http://xdaforums.com/gear-s/general/samsung-galaxy-gear-s-release-price-t2926724/page2

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THIS Samsung is starting to crank out these smartwatches like the phones a new one every 4 months or so
[Samsung Gear S] myisf08:
I called AT&T this morning and they are selling the S today. I asked if the watches are unlocked and he said no. I could buy the watch outright for $199. But it has to have AT&T service for 60 days before they unlock the watch. Thoughts?

I'm so freaking pissed at Verizon. I'm trying to keep my cool but I really feel like giving Verizon the boot. I dont want to deal with delayed releases. Screw the bloatware and give me my daym watch!
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
If AT&T will buy out your contact with verzion I d go with them if that's what you want to do. So 199 outright but you have to stay on a plan for 60 days is this the 10$ plan? If you can truly unlock it you can pay other companies to unlock it's like 17$ well for phones I'm assuming it works the same for this watch

**Are you sure it's 199 out the door with tax I thought that was the contract price
[Samsung Gear S] gsxr150:
What are you talking about, saying they are selling today? Does this launch tomorrow or today?
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Nov 7 Tomorrow for me but some lucky people we 're able to purchase it today . Stores have them in stock but YMMV if they sell it to you today.
[Samsung Gear S] gsxr150:
Exactly, but the guy above says "I called AT&T this morning and they are selling the S today". That doesn't sounds like a few random lucky people. That sounds like if you call the store, they say they are selling it today and anyone can get in their car and go pick it up. Not much luck involved in "yes, the Gear S is for sale today". :confused:
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Maybe he can pick US up one :D
[Samsung Gear S] gsxr150:
LMAO!!! Exactly. Since ATT said over the phone "they are for sale TODAY". :silly::silly::silly::silly:
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
I just picked mine up in Tempe, AZ. They got 3 of them in today. I chose to buy with no contract at $299.

I did some testing with it. If you call someone when it's not paired to your phone, it will show up as the assigned phone number on the SIM in the watch. It is a separate number from your phone.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
pictures or it didn't happen:rolleyes:

wait so people can call you phone and both numbers will ring? Or do people call the watch number once your phone is at home
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
No problem.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
sweet thanks :good::good: so no contract when your away from the phone are you just using wifi for internet or is it tied to your phones internet somehow
[Samsung Gear S] gsxr150:
We'll I eat my words. Nice dude.
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
If the device is disconnected from your phone, you can set it to call forward to your device if someone calls your cell phone.

This is what the setting says:

Auto call forwarding - Turning on Call forwarding automatically while your Gear is disconnected from your mobile device. This will forward incoming calls from your mobile device to your Gear until the devices are reconnected.
[Samsung Gear S] rfs830:
I just called my local att store. They have them but they cant sell them till tomorrow. They only had a few though so they put one on hold me for me. I think the Sales rep just did that so she could get the commision for selling it. Now I think to think over the price. Do i want to do a 2 year contract or pay 100 more to buy it out right.
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
I chose to buy outright because you can cancel the $10 a month at any time. Also, if you do contract you have to pay the $40 activation fee essentially making it $240. If you buy outright, you don't.

Right now, I'm not so sure I would need it to be on it's own plan. I'm hardly away somewhere without my phone.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Great minds think alike :o but my store said they have non in stock and he don't know when they will get them. Good thing I don't have AT&T you could always sell it if you don't like vs. 2 year contract
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
I bought it with no contract, but I chose to still connected it to my data plan and activate the SIM.

When the phone is connected to your phone, I think the watch turns its radio off because when you disconnect BT it takes about 60 seconds for the watch to acquire cell signal.

So basically, when it's connected to your phone via BT, it behaves no differently than the previous Galaxy Gears.

BTW, the screen is amazing.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
so did you pay 325.49 out the door?
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
Yes, about that given the taxes in my city.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
ok that sounds good because I paid the same amount for my Gear 2 on launch day. So I may get this off contract and sell my gear 2 on Swappa/Craigslist to get some money back
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
Yep, I'm selling my LG G Watch to a co-worker to offset the cost.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
sweet now if only these stores would have them today :)
[Samsung Gear S] myisf08:
Good Gawd! I leave for a couple of hours and the thread has grown like wild fire. Glad your questions were answered re: buying today. Nice pics!

Btw, I'm going to continue riding the Verizon train. It's too much butt pain switching carriers and frankly AT&T is no better service wise. Thanks for letting me vent!
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
Is there a difference from buying it from Att or sprint besides the price . im not going to buy it with a contract?
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Just the price and how the sim card may work because of Sprints uicc. I don't think any carrier related apps are there maybe someone can chime in
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
Thx. But if im not going to use it with a sim card it shouldn't matter from whom I buy it. Correct?
[Samsung Gear S] Tikerz:
I believe this to be true.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
THIS
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
thx guys.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
299$(plus tax) out the door no plan while sprint wants 384$(plus tax) and 10$ plan no matter contract or not. AT&T :good:
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
Thx, im with sprint (S5) it should not matter if i get the one from AT&T?
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
Right now I have the watch with no plan so I will bluetooth call forward idk Im hoping google voice will go to watch. if not I will pay to unlock and get a t-mobile sim or try a AT&T approved sim I will not pay 35$ for AT&T plan that's out

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AT&T: $199.99 with a two-year contract, $299.99 without. Can be added to Mobile Share plan for $10 per month.

Sprint: $0 down and 24 payments of $16, or $384 full price. Can be added to Sprint Family Share pack for $10 per month, but Sprint says that it’ll wave that price through December 2015 if the Gear S is added to 20GB or higher plan.

T-Mobile: $0 down and 24 payments of $14.58 each, full retail price of $349.92. Can be paired with $5 per month plan that includes unlimited talk and text, 500MB of data.

Verizon: $349.99 with a two-year contract, $399.99 full retail price. Can be added to More Everything plan for $5 per month.
[Samsung Gear S] Uniquebarbee:
If anyone wants screen protectors here are a few choices

http://www.smartwatchappcenter.com/best-samsung-gear-s-screen-protector.html:good:
[Samsung Gear S] ampm325:
Best Buy is now taking Pre orders for the AT@t version, but has a March 3rd/4th delivery. WtF? http://www.bestbuy.com/site/promo/samsung-gear-s-130821
[Samsung Gear S] sbrownla:
Hard to believe they still haven't updated that.
[Samsung Gear S] kheltek:
Thoughts

So, for those on the fence, I am happy to share my thoughts on the watch now that I've had it for a few days and did everything possible. There are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Wearables are not for everyone. If you like to wear more non-conventional watches, funky looking devices, like certain functions, don't mind a certain 'nerd' factor, then you are a great candidate.

2. It will be a while before someone creates the complete package, no one is close to replacing your phone, and I don't want to replace my phone with a watch, I like having both.

3. The gear s, after pairing it with your phone, can play your phone's role when you are away from it for certain tasks, calls, texts, and e-mails.

4. I wasn't surprised - I am shocked at how well s-voice works on the watch. Incredibly accurate - same with the swipe feature on the keyboard.

5. The screen is beautiful.

6. I entertained the idea of buying a smart watch in order to replace my g**m*n gps watch for running (I've run several marathons each year). I first picked up the smart watch 3 because of the gps function but there is only one app that will work independently for standalone gps on android wear. This watch has several that uses the watch's internal gps, including s-health (pedometer works simultaneously), and, I can call someone to pick me up if I cramp up without having to carry my phone.

7. Swiping on the screen feels great, and again, the thing makes calls, checks your e-mails, texts, calls, etc, and plays music.

8. There is a case to be made to wait a bit. I think Samsung will release a thinner version with a built in camera (probably low res) but it could give video chat capabilities. I'm not into that sort of thing, and I don't mind the size, so I took the plunge.

9. Tizen is incredibly, surprisingly, clean and smooth. How on earth Touchwiz doesn't reflect Tizen is beyond me. None of these companies totally get it right, but that is for another post.

The negatives:

10. The watch face apps suck. Android wear is way ahead on this.

11. There is so much potential for production apps but it is all focused on consumption.

12. No EQ potential for music (if someone found otherwise, please hook me up).

Hope this helps.
[Samsung Gear S] rmont23:
Thx good to know.
[Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] S4usergl:
Dear freinds

My bluetooth outbound transfer list got deleted intentionally.

Just I want to know what all are the file transferred via bluetooth during certain time.

Any other way to do this either via Developer mode or Rooting.

Waiting for your reply :)
[Moto 360] hanryy:
Who is planning to get a Moto Hint? I am curious how the experience of having bot ha Moto 360 and the Moto Hint will be. I wonder if the two devices will compete for your words or if they will have a synergy making having both worthwhile. I do a lot of talking on the phone so a nice bluetooth headset really interests me.
[Moto 360] joshm.1219:
the only thing i'm worried about with the hint is that it will really look like you're talking to yourself
[Moto 360] AndrewAmazed:
Oh dang I actually haven't heard about these but I think they look like they'll be a pretty good product for those who use such devices. I would splurge but I don't think I would actually use it very often...