Samsung Unveils the Gear S3: A Smartwatch that Puts Design First

At this year's EA 2016 event, Samsung unveiled its new smartwatch, the Gear S3. The focus of this year's update was on design, as Samsung aimed to create a more classic timepiece. The Gear S3 comes in two variants: Classic and Frontier. These watches support different dials, buttons, and strap tights, with both versions looking more watch-like than their predecessor, the Gear S2.

The Frontier variant is particularly noticeable, especially when compared side by side with its Classic counterpart. While they share a similar look, the Frontier version is noticeably wider, thicker, and heavier. This may not appeal to those with smaller wrists, but it's worth noting that size often comes with extra features. In this case, the larger size of the Gear S3 Frontier allows for more advanced capabilities.

One of the key features of the Gear S3 is its ability to function as a standalone device. Unlike previous smartwatches, Samsung believes the Gear S3 needs to be more than just a smartphone's companion product. To achieve this, the watch comes equipped with LTE connectivity, allowing users to make or answer calls without their phone. GPS is also built into both watches, enabling navigation without the need for a separate device.

Another notable feature of the Gear S3 is its ability to support music streaming through Spotify, in addition to Samsung's own Milk Music (although it appears that Milk Music may be shutting down). Users can listen to music even without their phone, thanks to this feature. The watch also supports Samsung Pay, allowing users to make payments without needing a wallet or phone.

The display on the Gear S3 is another key aspect of its design. Borrowing from Samsung's high-end phones, the always-on display feature has been implemented in the watch. This means that the screen never goes black while it's on; instead, it dims down and then returns to full brightness when raised towards the user. This feature adds a touch of elegance to the watch, making it more visually appealing.

In addition to its design features, the Gear S3 also boasts several technical capabilities. It is water-resistant, featuring a tough Gorilla Glass display that can withstand the elements. The battery lasts up to four days on a single charge, according to Samsung's claims. Users can navigate the watch by rotating the dial; turning it to the right brings up widgets, while turning it to the left shows recent calls, texts, and emails.

The top button is used for going back, while the bottom one is used for returning home. For those who want more control over their watch, Samsung has added new sensors that can be accessed through the settings menu. These include features such as an altimeter, barometer, and speedometer, making the watch more functional than ever.

One of the most customizable aspects of the Gear S3 is its ability to change watch faces. Users can tap and hold on the display to change faces, with Samsung promising over a thousand options to choose from. This feature allows users to personalize their watch to suit their style. Finally, the watch straps are easily replaceable with any 22mm aftermarket strap that the user may already own.

Overall, the Gear S3 represents a significant step forward in smartwatch design and functionality. With its focus on classic design, advanced features, and customization options, this watch is sure to appeal to those looking for a more premium smartwatch experience.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enhere at EA 2016 Samsung unveiled a new smartwatch the gear S3 while Tech is still a very big part of it this year's update is all about design in fact at Samsung's unpacked event in Berlin the focus was on the thought process that went into designing a more Classic Time piece the gear S3 comes in two variants classic and a more rugged Frontier version here's what they look like side by side both watches support different dials buttons and strap tights seeing both up close we're drawn to the frontier variant more both do look more watch-like but unlike the gear S2 they are noticeably wider thicker and heavier and might not appeal to those with smaller wrists but with size comes extra features to make the case for smart watches Samsung believes the gear S3 needs to be a standalone device and not just a smartphone's companion product the gear S3 Frontier has LTE so you can make or answer calls without a phone G PS is also built into both watches so you can also navigate without a phone Samsung may be shutting down Milk Music soon but Spotify will be available on the watches so you can listen to music even without a phone and they support Samsung pay so you can pay for a cup of coffee without a phone or a wallet borrowing the always on display feature from its high-end phones the display on the gear S3 never goes black while on instead it just dims down and then goes back to full brightness when when you raise towards you other notable features include water resistance a tough gorilla glass display and a battery that Samsung claims lasts up to 4 days on a single charge like the gear S2 to navigate you rotate this dial turning to the right brings up widgets while turning to the left shows you recent calls texts and emails the top button is for going back the bottom one for going home Samsung's added new sensors too so from the settings menu you can access new features like an altimeter barometer and speedometer and in an effort to make the watch more customizable you tap and hold on the display to change watch faces Samsung says there will be more than a thousand to choose from watch straps too are easily replaceable with any 22mm aftermarket strap you may already own the Samsung Gear S3 runs tyen supports only Android SmartWatches and will be available later this yearhere at EA 2016 Samsung unveiled a new smartwatch the gear S3 while Tech is still a very big part of it this year's update is all about design in fact at Samsung's unpacked event in Berlin the focus was on the thought process that went into designing a more Classic Time piece the gear S3 comes in two variants classic and a more rugged Frontier version here's what they look like side by side both watches support different dials buttons and strap tights seeing both up close we're drawn to the frontier variant more both do look more watch-like but unlike the gear S2 they are noticeably wider thicker and heavier and might not appeal to those with smaller wrists but with size comes extra features to make the case for smart watches Samsung believes the gear S3 needs to be a standalone device and not just a smartphone's companion product the gear S3 Frontier has LTE so you can make or answer calls without a phone G PS is also built into both watches so you can also navigate without a phone Samsung may be shutting down Milk Music soon but Spotify will be available on the watches so you can listen to music even without a phone and they support Samsung pay so you can pay for a cup of coffee without a phone or a wallet borrowing the always on display feature from its high-end phones the display on the gear S3 never goes black while on instead it just dims down and then goes back to full brightness when when you raise towards you other notable features include water resistance a tough gorilla glass display and a battery that Samsung claims lasts up to 4 days on a single charge like the gear S2 to navigate you rotate this dial turning to the right brings up widgets while turning to the left shows you recent calls texts and emails the top button is for going back the bottom one for going home Samsung's added new sensors too so from the settings menu you can access new features like an altimeter barometer and speedometer and in an effort to make the watch more customizable you tap and hold on the display to change watch faces Samsung says there will be more than a thousand to choose from watch straps too are easily replaceable with any 22mm aftermarket strap you may already own the Samsung Gear S3 runs tyen supports only Android SmartWatches and will be available later this year\n"