Switching from the 360.

[Mike-Mike]

I realize this thread is about the 360 and not the LG, but they are essentially the same outside of looks.

I don't need a full fledged Android system on my wrist. I just want my watch to assist with notifications and I think the Gear does that superbly.

Originally I thought the camera was silly, but it has actually came in quite handy on several occasions

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[clitrenta]

I realize this thread is about the 360 and not the LG, but they are essentially the same outside of looks.

I don't need a full fledged Android system on my wrist. I just want my watch to assist with notifications and I think the Gear does that superbly.

Originally I thought the camera was silly, but it has actually came in quite handy on several occasions

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I think a lot of people think this way when asked about smart watches, that they're silly and just a gimmick. I can state with total conviction that the Gear is more than just a cool gadget. The ability to see texts and callers without having to be near your phone or pick it up is priceless. When you're in a situation where picking up your phone would be rude or unacceptable, glancing at your watch is a great alternative. It's also a relatively safe alternative when driving. So, unless you're someone who really doesn't value having this information right away, you will definitely see the value of it besides being a nice conversation piece. You're right on the camera as well. You may not use it a lot but it sure can come in handy at times.

 

[clitrenta]

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback. Both the black/silver and gold/brown are really nice imo. Leaning towards the gold/brown, now time to decide. Buy a lightly used one now or wait for the Gear S to launch and drop the price of the Gear 2

Apples and oranges to me. The Gear S has a sim card and will require a data plan of some sort. I love the Gear 2 but it's simply an extension of my phone, not a replacement. I do not envision any situation where the S would be a benefit to me.

 

[Mike-Mike]

Apples and oranges to me. The Gear S has a sim card and will require a data plan of some sort. I love the Gear 2 but it's simply an extension of my phone, not a replacement. I do not envision any situation where the S would be a benefit to me.

Same.

I see a Smartwatch as an assistant to help with notifications. An extension to my phone, not a replacement

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[clitrenta]

Same.

I see a Smartwatch as an assistant to help with notifications. An extension to my phone, not a replacement

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The Samsung rep at Best Buy tells me there's been a lot of inquiry on this but honestly, unless you're engaged in an activity or job where you can't have a cell phone on you, I don't see this taking off but I could be wrong of course. Still, it is nice to have options.

 

[Harry_Yambag]

I'm using ~25% battery life from 6AM - 9PM on my Gear 2. My other Gear 2 uses closer to 35 -40% over the same time but it has a problem with it (constantly resets settings, and moves around apps etc etc). I should just send it back under warranty already but its my girls watch and she doesnt care too much.

 

[clitrenta]

I'm using ~25% battery life from 6AM - 9PM on my Gear 2. My other Gear 2 uses closer to 35 -40% over the same time but it has a problem with it (constantly resets settings, and moves around apps etc etc). I should just send it back under warranty already but its my girls watch and she doesnt care too much.

I kind of have this thing where I hate having something that doesn't do what it's supposed to do even if it's a feature I don't use. It's the principle of the thing. I'd get it fixed. After all, you never know if it'll end up being used by someone who does care.

 

[1812dave]

His daughter may not want to be without the watch for the time it takes to get it fixed just to satisfy his desires??

 

[Harry_Yambag]

Just an update to my watch that burns through the battery quicker than the other.

It was the "watch styler" app. Once I switched it to a different watch face that wasn't on watch styler, the battery life jumped up right there with my other one.

 

[clitrenta]

Just an update to my watch that burns through the battery quicker than the other.

It was the "watch styler" app. Once I switched it to a different watch face that wasn't on watch styler, the battery life jumped up right there with my other one.

Hmmm. Interesting. Guess I never would have noticed because I actually like the ones that come on the Gear 2.

 

[ateamlawn]

Yes. I have the Rose Gold version and the Silver also. I added a rose gold medal band to it. Love it.

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[ateamlawn]

I had both but I sold my 360 and bought another silver Gear 2. Hated the 360. Now I have the Gold and Silver.

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[Bert Larson]

I bought the Gear 2 Neo (didn't want a camera) and love it. I use it all the time. I have all my emails, texts, and garage door open alerts come to my watch.
I go through 25-30% battery a day, so I can go over 2 full days. I love the ability to change tracks and volume on my phone while listening to headphones.
Another thing I like and use more than I thought was the Schedule...I can quickly and easily see what's going on in the upcoming week.
My wife and I use Google Calendar for everything, sports, school, work, etc...
Using it make/take calls is cool, but not something I normally do except maybe driving.
The Gear 2 Neo was only $169 at Target so I pulled the trigger versus getting a 360 or LG.