Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 (SM-R380)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 529 reviews of Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 (SM-R380). The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and performance. The size and portability also get good feedback, but comments about the apps and software are mixed.

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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 (SM-R380) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Matt Safford (digitaltrends.com)

Samsung Gear 2 review

The Gear 2 is a solid improvement over Samsung's original smartwatch. But considering the asking price and app selection, most should just wait to see what devices hit the market based on Google's Android Wear platform.

The Gear 2 is a definite improvement over the company’s first smartwatch, but many of the problems with the original still persist, like a screen that’s too-slow to switch on with a wrist flick, and features (like the camera) that feel more like...

May, 2014

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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Samsung Gear 2 review: much improved, but that doesn't mean you should buy it

The Gear 2 is generally a solid improvement over the original, with a nicer design and longer battery life. Even so, it doesn't perform well enough to fully justify the $300 asking price.

Longer battery life ; New heart rate monitor and IR blaster ; Improved design

Very few apps ; Some software features feel superficial

The good news is that Samsung has addressed some of the major issues that plagued the original Galaxy Gear -- namely, the short battery life. But, the company also deserves credit for squeezing more hardware into a smaller space, and generally...

Apr, 2014

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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

Samsung has turned the smartwatch into a commodity

Jun, 2014

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Expert review by : Alex Colon (pcmag.com)

Samsung Gear 2

The Samsung Gear 2 smartwatch is a vast improvement over the original, but it's still too expensive and limited to appeal to most users.

Beautiful display. Doubles as an activity tracker. Heart-rate monitor. Works with standard watchbands.

Pricey. Compatible with Samsung devices only. Lacks apps. Camera is mostly superfluous.

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Samsung Gear 2 review

Watches are simple devices that do a few things well. The dream of a great smartwatch, of going beyond just a device on your wrist that acts like a pager, should be something that does a good handful of extra things: a Swiss army knife of clever...

The Samsung Gear 2 smartwatch delivers an improved design, better notifications, a heart rate monitor, and basic fitness tracking offer a lot of extras. It's water-resistant, too.

Limited number of apps; poor S-Health fitness app syncing; can only be paired to Samsung phones; camera is an unnecessary extra for the $100 it costs over the Gear 2 Neo.

Samsung has made strides with the Gear 2, but this smartwatch is on its own island with few apps and Samsung-only device compatibility. At this point, you're better off waiting for Android Wear.

May, 2014

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Expert review by (cnet.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Silver/Black

Last year's Samsung Galaxy Gear tried and failed to be a killer smartwatch, but Samsung has returned with three new contenders. The $199 Gear Fit is an attempt at simplicity: a clear hybrid of fitness band and smartwatch, but lacking in fitness...

The Samsung Gear 2 smartwatch delivers an improved design, better notifications, a heart rate monitor, and basic fitness tracking offer a lot of extras. It's water-resistant, too.

Limited number of apps; poor S-Health fitness app syncing; can only be paired to Samsung phones; camera is an unnecessary extra for the $100 it costs over the Gear 2 Neo.

Samsung has made strides with the Gear 2, but this smartwatch is on its own island with few apps and Samsung-only device compatibility. At this point, you're better off waiting for Android Wear.

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Laptop Mag (laptopmag.com)

Samsung Gear 2

Good call quality; Durable, attractive design; Colorful display; Loud and clear voice calls; Convenient remote-control app ; Screen doesn't stay lit; Expensive; Few apps; Difficult wrist strap; UI requires too many swipes ; The Samsung Gear 2 has a...

Screen doesn't stay lit; Expensive; Few apps; Difficult wrist strap; UI requires too many swipes ; The Samsung Gear 2 has a sleeker design than its predecessor and a built-in heart-rate monitor, but it doesn't save you enough time for the price.

The Samsung Gear 2 has a sleeker design than its predecessor and a built-in heart-rate monitor, but it doesn't save you enough time for the price.

May, 2014

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Samsung Gear 2 smartwatch collection

Samsung elevates the Gear design with new materials : Continuing its leadership in the wearables category, Samsung Electronics recently announced two new elegant editions of the Gear S2 classic, one encased in 18K Rose Gold and another in Platinum,...

“In 2015, we set a new standard with the Gear S2 in smart wearable category. We broke barriers to introduce one of Samsung’s most progressive wearable devices to date,” said Younghee Lee, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing, Mobile...

Feb, 2016

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Expert review by : Chris P. (phonearena.com)

Samsung Gear 2 Review

We'll be taking a look at the Gear 2 – in an attempt to assess whether Samsung learned from the first Gear. At $299, it is still one of the most expensive smart watches out there, but a precursory look does indicate that Samsung has improved its...

A more refined, lightweight design that is dust- and water-proof ; Interchangeable straps ; Navigating the software is very simple ; Display is visible even under direct sunlight ; Controlling your TV with your smartwatch is a geek's pleasure

Incompatible with anything other than a Samsung smartphone ; Suffers from a very poor app ecosystem ; The price premium over competitors makes it hard to justify the little functionality if offers ; Heart rate monitor is slow, quirky, and serves little...

Samsung has carried out a number of improvements with the Gear 2, and pretty much all of them were for the better. We definitely like the design more, as the watch is both less bulky and lighter, but also less sporty with its looks. With the exception...

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : ZDNet (zdnet.com)

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

Summary: 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.

May, 2014

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