Samsung announces Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo smart watch powered by Tizen OS
After failing to make any impact with their first smartwatch, Samsung decided to start from scarch and with a new operating system. Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo are two new smart watches from Samsung that run Tizen operating system. Yes, that is correct! Samsung has kicked out Android and finally embraced Tizen.
One notable change is that camera module is now built into the main body (for Gear 2 only, earlier was attached to the strap), making it easier now to change straps. Samsung will make Charcoal Black, Gold Brown and Wild Orange colored straps available during release for Gear 2 and Charcoal Black, Mocha Grey and Wild Orange for Gear2 Neo. Users can change home screen background, clock face and font to reflect strap’s color.
“Samsung continues to lead innovation in the wearable market by creating devices that are completely integrated into the lives of consumers through extended connectivity features, stylish customization options and a robust application ecosystem,” Said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics. “With the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, we have enhanced everything consumers love about the Gear to offer unparalleled smart freedom in their everyday life.”
Here is a full set of Gear 2 specification:
| Display | 1.63” Super AMOLED (320 x 320) |
|---|---|
| AP | 1.0 GHz Dual Core Processor |
| OS | Tizen based wearable platform |
| Camera | |
| Gear 2 : 2.0 Megapixel Auto Focus (1920×1080, 1080×1080, 1280×960) | |
| Gear 2 Neo : N/A | |
| Video | Codec: H.264, H.263
Format: 3GP, MP4 HD(720p, @30fps) Playback & Recording |
| Audio | Codec: MP3/AAC/AMR/Vorbis Format: MP3, M4A, AAC, OGG |
| Camera
Features |
Auto Focus Camera, Sound & Shot, Location Tags, Signature |
| Additional
Features |
Fitness Features: 1.Heart Rate sensor 2.Pedometer 3.Exercise Standalone Modes: Running, Walking Companion Modes: Cycling, Hiking 4.Sleep & Stress (Downloadable) |
| Music Player with Bluetooth® Headset and Speaker | |
| WatchON Remote: Remote Controller via IrLED Sensor | |
| Basic Features: – Bluetooth Call, Camera, Notification(SMS, E-mail, Apps) Media Controller, Schedule, Smart Relay, S Voice, Stopwatch, Timer, Weather |
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| More Features(Downloadable): – Calculator, ChatON, Flashlight, Quick Settings, Voice Memo |
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| Changeable Strap Color Options: – Gear 2 : Charcoal Black, Gold Brown and Wild Orange – Gear 2 Neo : Charcoal Black, Mocha Grey and Wild Orange |
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| IP67 Certified Dust and Water Resistant, Noise Cancellation | |
| Samsung Services | Samsung Apps |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® v4.0 LE, IrLED |
| Sensor | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Heart Rate |
| Memory | RAM: 512MB
Storage: 4GB Internal Memory |
| Dimension | Gear 2 : 36.9 x 58.4x 10.0 mm, 68g |
| Gear 2 Neo : 37.9 x 58.8 x 10.0mm, 55g | |
| Battery | Standard Battery, Li-ion 300mAh
Typical Usage 2~3 days, Low Usage up to 6 days |
