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Samsung unveils first 3G smartwatch
2014-08-28 08:55:00| Telecompaper Headlines
(Telecompaper) Samsung Electronics has announced a new smartwatch, its first fitted with a Sim card for 3G connectivity. The Samsung Gear S includes 3G as well as Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, allowing users to receive notifications from social networks, calendars and applications even when away from their phone. Users can reply to incoming messages using the onscreen keyboard or voice controls. In addition, the Samsung Gear S can make and receive calls, or get calls forwarded from a Samsung smartphone. The device features a 2-inch curved Amoled display, a customisable screen display with a range of widgets, navigation provided by Nokia's Here, a news service from The Financial Times and the ability to see and respond to social notifications instantly with Facebook. The Samsung Gear S also includes multi-sensors and built-in GPS to help track a range of health and fitness functions. Samsung also announced the new Samsung Gear Circle, a new connected headset. When paired with a smartphone, users can receive calls, listen to music, and make voice commands through a Bluetooth connection. It features a magnetic lock which clasps around the user's neck when not in use, as well as a vibrate function to signal incoming calls and notifications. Both the Samsung Gear S and the Gear Circle will be available in global markets beginning October.
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