Samsung Gear S vs Gear S2 | Not the quick version

[@samv9365]

Def. Agree with you. I went back to the gear s. After having the gear s2.

[@SikWitThiz]

Andrew I have the LTE ATT model and it has the speaker and I've called and talked to people a lot and it works great. People can't tell I'm on my watch. So I think that issue is related to the regular Gear s2 wifi model. I paid $300 for my ATT LTE model. Which isn't bad in comparison to the OG which I have as well.

[@MegaMike1080_]

yess, the return of podcasts and more vids soon

[@RichieColemanSr]

I have the Gear 2 and Gear S. I have no attention getting the Gear S 2. I also have the Moto 360 and LG G Watch, which I purchased pre-owned for under $80 and I agree even though I don't use the speaker often but it's a must have.

[@larryinrsm]

On the round vs square screen issue; Samsung chose the round screen because a predominate amount of buyers want their watch face to look like a real watch and not a miniature computer. I personally like to be able to quickly switch between an elegant traditional version, in my choice of colors, or a more chronograph look depending on the style I want and if I am going to a formal event or not. For me it's a fashion statement. As long is I get my notifications I can read my messages at a more convent time on my phone. I'm good with that. Each to. His own.

[@MisterWhatWhat]

Had the Gear S2 3G and returned it. Going back to the Gear S1

[@dustinsalisbury4383]

+Dejan Zlatic lol no one cares.

[@trekkie4life915]

+Dejan Zlatic hahaha youre another sheep who thinks the latest phone is the best phone..your a idiotic moron haha

[@gamerproduction690]

+Trekkie 4G

[@GodGVNPeace]

I love your vlogs SO MUCH. I thumbed up before I even viewed it. When I saw a new vlog was I the only one that got my whole life!!! We miss you but know you're focused on the store. Thank you. Now I will view the vlog. LOL!

[@GodGVNPeace]

Post view comments: I have the 4G Gear S2. The speaker issues and being able to answer calls is addressed by that. As far as the screen size for me yes it is smaller but it doesn't bother me. I think being a girl I like having the more watch size feel.

[@syunyakov]

You rocked it brother, great review, ordered my gear s.

[@terrygiles]

agree with you, would love to get the gear s2 but can't as it feels like I would be going backwards. similar to buying a new Samsung phone with no expandable storage.

[@yamamotoolongtea]

i like the gear S because it sticks out and doesn't look like a normal watch. i've gotten lots of questions and compliments due to its screen size

[@AcewingOFFICIAL]

Thank you so much for this review. the only thing kept me on the S2 was NFC but since my s6 is rooted I cant even use samsung pay. im getting the Gear S!

[@KetchumShiney]

I think your review is spot in. I got the gear S when it came out last year. love it. I tried the S2 and was severely unimpressed. rented it. I feel samsung took a major step back in this design compared to the gear S. the only thing the S2 has going for it is the better charger. it is a nice alternative for people looking to have a round smartwatch but I'm gonna keep my gear s and wait to see what the gear s3 brings. square is better. cheers

[@vernonleewarren280]

I totally agree with you. It seems as though that's all that Samsung is doing is taking steps back. I love my Gear S. I also have the LG Urbane but it doesn't compare to my Gear S. However the Urbane is a better looking watch.

[@anubissa]

As a very happy gear s user I totally agree. Saw a gear s2 in a store nearby. Circling the gear's screen is not an upgrade at all.

[@MichaelCzajkowskiArsenalFC]

I got my Gear S a couple of months ago, what a great piece of tech. Biggest thing for me was the stand alone feature. I'm not a heavy phone user and have a Galaxy S5 and still find that a pain to take out and about with me as I hate carrying things in pockets so I bought a Jabra stone bluetooth earpiece which is nice and discreet and leave my phone at home ( put on call forwarding) next year when my phone contract expires I'm going to ditch my phone and go Solo with the Gear S.

[@DynamicDepthPhoto]

Andrew, just got the S2 3G/4G model yesterday, an "upgrade" from the Gear S that I had. So far I can't make a complete opinion of like or don't like. For my life, having a round watch is a better option, given I need a watch to look like a watch. But I did like the design of the Gear S, just became a problem for my life as it didn't look like a watch. Furthermore, my major DISLIKE for the S2 is the "keyboard" they offer you, should you want to type out your message. Makes me glad the voice to text is responsive and accurate. I will be selling my Gear S in hoping the upcoming updates for the S2 will address so of the coming issues. Great video brother.

[@QueenKattz]

Hey Andrew, Happy New year!!! Glad to see that your business is up and running. Hope you had a busy and happy holiday season. Thanks for putting this video out, I feel the same wayabout the S. I don't own the S2 but I just did not like the look of it. Thanks for being so straight forward as usual too. The only problem that I have with my gear S is that sometimes it gets stuck and and flashes between 2 screens and will not stop, it heats up during this and it will waste a whole charge in approx 30 min. So I turn it off, and sometimes it will be like this for days so I don't bother to wear it. I don't know why it does this any ideas?? Take care Katt ^,,^

[@paulwwwynne]

Your videos are informative and interesting, and you talk well. Keep it up!

[@Beanick]

Thanks so much for this detailed review! Very helpful, and assisted me in making a decision to order the S instead of the S2.

[@bpun1p]

"i literally went to reach for a drink, and it turned on and it blinded my fiance" LOL 15:33

[@joannegarcia5966]

thanks for the awesome video! you gave so much details about the s model so I'm going to be buying it tomorrow :)

[@rafaelparedes1937]

I just sold my Samsung S1 and I loved the shape and functionality. I am upgrading to the Samsung S2... but I think the same stuff he is talking about. I think the round screen is gonna suck and the way the phone works I just loved the S1... I hope I like the s2 but I think I will go back to the S1... I miss it already...

[@kcortez0811]

I always enjoy your videos. don't stop keep doing you and I'll keep watching. thank you

[@wonnie46403]

I got the gear S and was curious if I should have got the s2 an I'm glad I didn't. looks like the gear s out weights the s2 in many different functions. from stand alone features to bigger screen. Idk I'm extremely glad I got my gear S . Thxs for setting me straight with the comparison

[@ideastoragedb]

Well thought out review. I knew it in my heart I made the right decision picking up the first watch instead of the second. Thanks for the 23 minutes letting me know I made the right decision. I have no experience with the Gear 2. I love damn thing (the original)!

[@oryanferguson9960]

Awsome review!! I'm excited to purchase the s1 from watching this video. 😀

[@androlimanovski7043]

100% right. Screen like GearS/Gear1 is much better, 3g, wifi, gps, sim, phonecall by bluetooth, not by sim, etc. Happy S user. Cycle screen looks good only for clock.

[@BatuhanAmbar]

+1

[@shivamjagesser]

+1

[@morpheus2490]

now that's a proper down to earth review!

[@vernonleewarren280]

I agree with you. the Gear S is a much better smart watch based on the functionality. I also love the bigger display. I have no idea why Samsung takes away things we love and then charge more money. They are unbelievable!

[@carlenecandelaria3056]

Just curious why you didn't review the 3G version since it has the features you are wanting?

[@Lpxstudios]

+Carlene Candelaria It was due to the price difference at the time of me purchasing it and what was available.

[@momocorolise8878]

is it worth to buy Gear S now? my friend offered me only 50$ to get his secondhand. it's in a good condition (he rarely used it).

[@Healblossom]

Momo Corolise for 50 $ yeah

[@evolution23]

I was wondering can you make your own personal wallpaper on the watch like you can on the first one?

[@Lpxstudios]

+leonard holley Yes :)

[@turbanlegend]

yes

[@michellehuimei]

Great video. Really useful for me. Thanks from Malaysia.

[@B1gdee05]

As usual a great video.. I also say "if it is not broken then why fix". The Gear S is for me the best practical smartwear at present..

[@08DrAke08]

I jumped a bit when you dropped the S. Mine fell from a counter top to a ceramic tile floor and busted the screen. I do let my little one chew and drool all over the thing, so I'm definitely comfortable with the built, but drops have me emotionally disturbed. :) Not to say your too picky, but I would say 1/3 of your concerns I never noticed enough to really dismiss the S2. Original is still better, albeit a tough pick for me. Dig your videos man, keep up the good work.

[@sg3037]

nice review! quite entertaining... Any advice on where to get a strap for my Gear S thats not online? Best Buy etc.

[@7777montey]

that rotating bezel is an excellent edition if you ask me, I like it, helps me a lot.

[@Confydes]

Just ordered the Gear S and really excited about it but I'm curious as to why smartwatches don't implement T9 texting.

[@BertholdWalker]

Totally true bro! the gear s is amazing and next one is so fuck up! I hope they will come back on the line next year for the Gear s 3

[@carloverzeletti6521]

Very good mate!! I just ordered the Gear S because it is the best

[@kryptonia5095]

OMG, please don't cut down to 5 minute videos! I agree with you that the Gear S is better and your con's on the Gear S2. I do like Tizen on it. Wish that we could get update on the Gear S similar to the new watch. Saw a watch face that users have been complaining that they cant see it on the Gear S2. Samsung is making users pay for the metal and bezel they added on the S2 Sport to justify the higher price as well as for the S2 Classic.

[@stephanieholloway6742]

I got that problem too, I updated my software of my gear S but after it was done it flipped over. I noticed that the device was very warm so I put him sort in the fridge so it cool down, also get him off the charger (including the little unit). Then when is cool down it works fine again!!

[@drewdoescher3388]

What all can I do with the Samsung gear s as just a watch with no bt, wifi, or cellular connection. I plan on using it with wifi and bt, but might have times when all I have is the watch independently from any kind of connection? Thanks, I really enjoy your videos and all the detail you go into.

[@antonyo4u]

Yes!!! Thank you! You and another tech guy I strictly follow BOTH say that the GEAR S is still the best to date!!!

[@beyinc12]

Voice dictated texting is also an awesome feature on the gear s.

[@rodneygardner7421]

Thanks for the video. I was thinking about buying the gears2, as a secondary watch now...not so nuch.

[@AaronCrawford]

+rodney gardner recommend you check out some other videos before making a final decision. There is voice capability in the 3G version. I have the Gear S and this Gear S2. Is very nice having both to choose from, depending on what I am wearing or doing for the day. The rotating bezel doesn't use any juice haha and is a VERY cool feature and smart way of navigating the watch without touching the screen.

[@Will-vt1bb]

Has anyone with a Gear S notice that the watch will loop sometimes? Like the screen will turn off and on

[@androlimanovski7043]

+Micah Blackhart Last time mu brother had a glitchloop or something - the watch show the main screen, after 3s he hides menu (turn off the screen) and again - watch for 3s, screen off. Factory setting solved the problem, fast pressing menu buttons to to Gear Info, otherwise he go off after 3s

[@Will-vt1bb]

I normally reset the watch when it happens but it's annoying

[@androlimanovski7043]

Micah Blackhart For me, it happen only one time and restart solved the problem, other model for my bro, helps only a "factory setting"

[@Will-vt1bb]

Guess I'm stuck with this fucked up software

[@NuarStanger]

Spot on. I could not agree more with EVERYTHING you said. Gear S is still the top dog in my eyes.

[@vyomeshdua240]

when you keep the gear s for charging, even the slightest movement turns it on (even in do not disturb mode ) and you just cannot simply keep it in your bag for charging and move around, you just gotta keep it stationary .

[@Mr-Nun]

Honest review. Keep it Up.

[@kennguyen6240]

Thanks for your video. It was a helpful video. I have confusing for decide to buy Gear S or S2. But now I'm clear about that. Thanks

[@tedkord1968]

I've got both the Gear S and the S2 3G. I stopped wearing the original S after a few weeks - the software was that bad. The S2 is so much better. On the original, if I read/deleted an email or SMS on my phone, the notification would still need to be cleared on the watch. If I deleted an email on the Gear S, I'd then have to clear the notification. The most annoying was, if I cleared notifications on the Gear S, but didn't delete the email/SMS from my phone, they all come back again with the next incoming email. Other issues - the step counter on the Gear S was apocryphal. I could be sitting at work and get 200 steps. None of these are perfect, but so far the S2 is MUCH better with step counts. The Gear S would occasionally go crazy, flashing between screens with no response from taps, and need to be reset. So far, that hasn't happened on the S2 (but I haven't had it long enough to pass judgement on that). The Gear S just wasn't totally smooth, whereas the S2 is much smoother in function. Add all that to the much better looks and feel, and I'd never go back. I have the S2 3g on Verizon, so I'm not missing any of the calling/texting/GPS features discussed in the video.

[@amirhojaiji]

can you do how to vids for gear s2 like you did with gear s

[@memolocolv]

My though the watch is more premium that's why the price went up.. I have my gear s2 4g since the day it come out. i love it

[@cloverfield369]

Will you do a gear S2 durability test?

[@CompleteFireSafety1]

Just got my Gear s and it is awesome.

[@LegenDaryls]

hi, when you say you can receive your calls and texts if you forget your phone does that mean you use the same phone number? if so how? thanks

[@theloneguardian2736]

thank you so much for this video. I was debating which one I should get, and this vedio made it much more clear for me. Now I can make a 100℅ sure decision of which one I should get.

[@Spccain]

same here lol. I was stuck btw the Asus zenwatch 2 , s2 classic or the gear s. omw to get the gear s now lol

[@bentleyhar]

has anyone notice that on the t-mobile version of gear s1 the sim card losses contact and you have to reset the watch. where as on say the Verizon version has no sim card you don't get that problem?

[@SikWitThiz]

Nice video man

[@kingsquest99]

You forgot to mention that the UV sensor is missing on the s2

[@primod808]

have to say I got a gear s because of you and love my gear s. will you be getting another gear s when you give away yours? love your gear s video's thanks again and look forward to your next vid !

[@jacobwhite6247]

Can the Amazon Prime Music app be installed on the Gear S1?

[@dougiethoresen]

Yep deffo has it iv just switched it on how can I send you a photo to it's right under brightness in display Iv got a Mic inbetween the back and home button but no speaker it's the sports version I have I do love it I'm lost when forget to put it on deffo way try this auto brightness on battery issue it's got Bluetooth Wi-Fi no 3G it's paird to my s8plus via hotspot or bt tether that's pretty cool iv got a fake Chinese s1 takes the sim and sd card but it's shit for signal I want a gear s1 still lol

[@thesimplechannel8891]

does gear 2 sport have auto brightness adjustment?

[@Zephyr_STKR]

i have a question, i was told that on the gear s that it will not forward calls from your phone to your watch anymore? Im looking for a smart watcrtand dont know what one i want, i want to listening to music with out having my phone when i mow the grass, and would like to get my text calls ect on watch and as i herd u have to have ya phone near u and bluetooth to ya phone and watch

[@vernonleewarren280]

Your calls can get forwarded to your gear S. I have one. As long as your gear S Sim card is activated

[@Zephyr_STKR]

+Vernon Warren well on sprint they don't have sim cards, also can u an see this, does text come to ya watch when u forward calls? and if u reply does it use phone number or gear number? I want all to use my cell number

[@vernonleewarren280]

chop master I wish I could answer your questions but I didn't have my Sim card activated that long because I couldn't wear my watch at work

[@Zephyr_STKR]

+Vernon Warren man sry to hear that, no one answered me. thanks man I have the watch the gear s an like it, not sure if I'd like the s2 though

[@vernonleewarren280]

chop master trust me, you made the right choice. Enjoy!

[@roman2143]

Make a video on Samsung gear s3 when it will come out

[@scique]

There is also a microphone(between the two buttons)

[@NastyyNashh]

So if you get the 3G version of the S2 would you still like the S better? I really want one of these, just cannot decide which one i want more.... I'm leaning more towards the S...

[@jordanelizabeth2956]

Do I have to use the SIM card or will it work like a regular smartwatch with just bluetooth and wifi? :)

[@Guymo_]

Is there an unlocked version?

[@willyfuku982]

Hi, Is it possible to open samsung gear s and samsung gear s2 to replace battery?

[@alimohammadii]

Thank you for review. I will definitely buy Gear S.

[@Phinoex]

Hi Andrew, I need some advice here. I am currently a Samsung Note 4 user. I am planning to get a smart watch but not sure which one should I buy. Is it still worth it to get Gear S than S2 now? Gear S has been launched for sometime and I'm wondering if it's still worth to get it compare to S2. I like the design of Gear S. I'm not the type that will change watch that fast but scare that the technology will be outdated very fast.

[@vernonleewarren280]

Get the Gear S. It's a better overall smart watch. It still gets updates because I have one. The Huawei watch is also a good choice. I have both. But the Gear S is my favorite

[@Explorersonmove]

HI i am looking smartwatch for iphone 6s. please suggest me watch on which i can take phone calls.Thanks

[@dougiethoresen]

I'v got the s2 and I agree I'd altho never used the s1 looks way smarter better and I want one just can't find one I'd swap my s2 for one lol

[@andyg2741]

You mention that the US version has certain features such as the ability to reply to emails etc but the international version doesn't. Which version of the watch would you recommend I buy living in the UK/Australia? Cheers

[@andyg2741]

Any idea?

[@alivelu949]

+Andy G a

[@andyg2741]

Sorry?

[@fennekin0023]

i know its up to me and what i like but i found the gear s2 3g version for 140$ would that be worth it? Or should I get the gear s?

[@muhammadkhiyani3011]

I like this video. I want a standalone watch. Is the gear s best for a standalone device?

[@tasnim527]

Thank you for the video now I knew who better

[@deweyboie]

I wish some of these videos would just show a list within 10 seconds of the pros/cons and THEN get into detail. 4:30 minutes in and we're still talking about brightness adjustment in manual mode - meh I'm okay with that. Auto anything = battery drain, but I guess brightest setting when unnecessary = drain too. I'm not watching a verbose commentary if each thing will take 4 minutes to review when 10 seconds will suffice - bloviation. Do you get paid to advertise for Under Armor? Is this office a sweatshop for mining gold in World of Warcraft?

[@mikethompson6612]

+deweyboie the warcraft comment is beyond funny

[@kamikamran1696]

plz tell me how time set the gear 2 without any device plz tell me

[@jonhettrick7969]

Nice watches. I like your hoodie.

[@Elsanta666]

in my opinion the bluetooth watches are useless, a regular bluetooth will do the same thing answer call, and stream media. the 3g ones however are better you can just leave ur phone at home, and have a small phone on ur wrist with most features

[@wf4lifemikeparker]

I like and wear both

[@arock8586]

vet ni när priset sjunker på gear s2?

[@kiddpremiere6864]

Is the gear S worth $100 at this point? They selling it to me for that price I've searched and haven't seen it for less than 130 for the mint condition it's in.

[@brucelee7824]

where did the feather come from? lol by the way loved the video

[@jasonrutibager7542]

i hate the circle watch too. I hate the small screen!

[@zerokool316]

that's the same reasons why I didn't buy the gear s . the contact charging was my only reason why not to buy it. my previous watch died in less then a year. you pay all that money just for it to die in less than a year. I went with the gear s2 3g.

[@RichieColemanSr]

What's your thoughts on the Note 5?

[@Lpxstudios]

+Richie Coleman I will be making a video on that soon hopefully, but I am not upgrading to it, but I encourage people who are eligible to get it or wait if they are happy with their Note 3 or 4

[@RichieColemanSr]

I am eligible December 1st, and I plan to upgrade. I am looking forward to your video. Thanks for responding.

[@jpayton680]

How do I add music to my gear s

[@stretchybwoy]

I have the s2 and was looking at getting the s1 and kind of regret not getting the s1 as the s2 is like u said gone backwards which is not like samsung

[@frankchen4229]

I guess you can say Samsung is grinding your gears...

[@ricklat1]

completely agree!!

[@SA-pr2lb]

thank you for this video it's perfect.

[@CathyVy]

Are you going to get the S3? I'm actually holding out for your review. Rofl.

[@marcelo.terra84]

Hey Samsung! You ought to watch this.

[@BatuhanAmbar]

+1

[@keithrodriguez8109]

lol yes

[@SNOWYRABBIT1]

I agree with all you say it's like going from using sd card to not using one why?

[@toocold8985]

how do u watch movies on it ?

[@LJLMETAL]

I think the Galaxy Gear S is better. The Gear S2 just looks like a regular watch. The Gear S looks like a Smartphone on your wrist. The size of the screen is smaller on the S2. You can even view KZbin videos on the Gear S. That is really cool! The Gear S2 is still a good watch, but not the best. I think that Samsung should go back to the design of the Gear S for the Gear S3. I would put a front facing camera on it for Skype. Something like that would be awesome! Also, it should have 8GB of internal memory, 1GB of RAM, and a bigger battery.

[@Str3llaMarr]

agree with you...let's hope a gear s3 with all that features

[@brycedespain]

Ok there should be a difference between a smart watch and a phone strapped to your wrist. the gear s2 looks like a watch and has plenty of good features. the gear s is a bad design and is to big. it doesn't look like a watch. It looks exactly like I strapped a phone to my wrist.

[@LJLMETAL]

+bryce despain That is the whole point of the Gear S. Samsung made it a step above, and beyond the rest. It is still a Smartwatch. That us why I'm a little disappointed in the S2. Samsung had a chance to blow away the competition again, but they went a different direction with the Gear S2.