Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 606 reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810). The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and price. The size and usability are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 7 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

86% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 Neo (SM-R381, SM-R3810) from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca. Reviewers are impressed by the performance.

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73% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Dan Seifert (theverge.com)

Samsung Gear 2 review

This is the year of the smartwatch. This is the year when all of our wrist-mounted computer dreams are going to come true. Or at least that's what's expected based on the hype surrounding...

Much improved design ; Great display ; Can change straps

Interface is still clunky ; Battery life isn’t great ; Only works with Samsung devices

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Alex Colon (pcmag.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo

The Samsung Gear 2 Neo smartwatch ditches the camera for a less expensive price tag, making it a better buy than the Gear 2.

Less expensive than the Gear 2. Beautiful display. Doubles as an activity tracker. Heart rate monitor. Works with standard watchbands.

Compatible with Samsung devices only. Lacks apps.

Differences and Conclusion The Neo has the same general measurements as the Gear 2, at 1.49 by 2.31 by 0.39 inches (HWD), but the lack of a camera makes it even lighter, at 1.94 ounces (not counting the adjustable strap). The Neo comes in three...

May, 2014

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Samsung Gear 2 Neo Black

But if you're dead-set on getting one and want one made by Samsung, know this: there's the Gear Fit ($200 in the US, £170 in the UK, AU$250 in Australia), the Gear 2 ($300 in the US, £250 in the UK, AU$350 in Australia), and the Gear 2 Neo (priced...

Samsung's Gear 2 Neo comes with a more attractive price, a feature set that's nearly identical to the more expensive Gear 2, and a lot of bells and whistles including apps, offline music playback, and heart-rate monitoring.

Many of the extras don't work as smoothly as you'd expect. Fitness features aren't well thought out, need polishing. Works only with Samsung phones and tablets.

The Gear 2 Neo offers the best balance of features and price among Samsung's three 2014 smartwatches, but it falls short of must-have status.

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo review

Samsung has three smartwatches in its early-2014 lineup. How many of them are good, and which one should you buy? It's not easy making a decision when most people aren't even sure if they want a smartwatch -- any smartwatch -- in the first place. And...

Many of the extras don't work as smoothly as you'd expect. Fitness features aren't well thought out, need polishing. Works only with Samsung phones and tablets.

The Gear 2 Neo offers the best balance of features and price among Samsung's three 2014 smartwatches, but it falls short of must-have status.

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Samsung covers all bases with lighter, camera-free Gear 2 Neo (hands-on)

The Gear 2 Neo looks to be a less-fancy version of the Samsung Gear 2. Read our hands-on impressions.

Mar, 2014

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Expert review by : matthew miller (zdnet.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo and Fit review: Improved wearable tech with sleek designs

Samsung greatly improved upon their Galaxy Gear with these two new wearable products. However, sleek designs and solid functionality still doesn't mean overwhelming popularity for this evolving area of the mobile world.

Thin and light ; Good keyboard ; Long battery life

Expensive ; Cannot lift the unit while iPad Air is in the slot

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Will Shanklin (gizmag.com)

Review: Samsung Gear 2 Neo smartwatch

We reviewed Samsung's Gear 2 smartwatch when it launched in April, but we skipped its sibling, the Gear 2 Neo. With only minor differences between the two, we figured the one review could speak for both watches. Well, Samsung's smartwatch platform has...

better shape than it was in April.

Aug, 2014

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Expert review by : Jason Million (gstylemag.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo : Is it the “One” ? [Review]

While everyone has been focusing on the Samsung Gear 2 with its camera and the Samsung Gear Fit being a fitness band competitor, there is the third part of the equation no one has been paying attention with the Gear 2 Neo. Some wonder with the Gear 2...

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Timi Cantisano (neowin.net)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo Review

The Gear 2 Neo is an economy version of the Gear 2 that lacks a camera and premium materials. Can this entry level smart watch convince users to adopt wearables into their lives?

While the Gear Neo 2 is far from perfect, it exceeds my expectations of a smart watch. The screen is bright, vibrant, responsive, and the touch screen functions like an extension of my mobile phone. While I do wish everything was integrated a bit...

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Lanh Nguyen (androidauthority.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Neo review

Samsung's Gear 2 Neo smartwatch is a less-expensive variant of the Gear 2, making up for its plastic construction and lack of camera with better wearability.

Apr, 2014

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