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How dependent is gear?

Hey guys, this may be a dumb question but I'm not that familiar with smart watches. I know you currently need the GN 3 for full function but can the gear function at all without first syncing?
The reason I ask is because I want one but have a GN 2. I know eventually they will be updated to sync with gear but not sure I can wait. If I get the gear now, would I still be able to use it as a watch? I thought I saw an option to set time and date and another option to sync with phone. I also assume camera can be used independently.
I wouldn't mind getting it now if I knew the clock itself would work and wait for the update for the rest of the features. Just trying to see what I could do without syncing watch.
Sorry if this seems idiotic.
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koreankabachy said:
Hey guys, this may be a dumb question but I'm not that familiar with smart watches. I know you currently need the GN 3 for full function but can the gear function at all without first syncing?
The reason I ask is because I want one but have a GN 2. I know eventually they will be updated to sync with gear but not sure I can wait. If I get the gear now, would I still be able to use it as a watch? I thought I saw an option to set time and date and another option to sync with phone. I also assume camera can be used independently.
I wouldn't mind getting it now if I knew the clock itself would work and wait for the update for the rest of the features. Just trying to see what I could do without syncing watch.
Sorry if this seems idiotic.
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It would be a very heavy regular watch with a camera. I wouldn't do it, especially at its current price. Just wait till the watch drops price and you can afford both it and the Note 3.

It has to sync with a compatible device at least once before it will even display the time. After that it seems to keep the time on it's own but the initial syncing is what sets the time etc..

Well that sucks... Wasn't planning on getting the GN 3 and don't know when we will get the 4.3 update on GN 2. Like the looks of watch and as long as I could get the time on it, I could live with it until the update.
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Note 2 leak 4.3 now available.... Chk Out the same
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koreankabachy said:
Well that sucks... Wasn't planning on getting the GN 3 and don't know when we will get the 4.3 update on GN 2. Like the looks of watch and as long as I could get the time on it, I could live with it until the update.
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I read somewhere someone stating that they had loaded the gear manager software on their S4 with 4.2 and it would pair but that several features didn't work. The app is available in the Samsung store. you could give it a shot and see how it goes. If it will pair you will at least have the time. I don't recall what other features were and were not working tho, sorry.

As far as I know... Someone else with a GN 2 tried to download form the Samsung app store but was unable to do so. Not sure the 4.3 asop roms are the same/work to sync gear. Been keeping my eye on the GN 2 forms but haven't seen any post about a Rom working to sync with gear.
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koreankabachy said:
Hey guys, this may be a dumb question but I'm not that familiar with smart watches. I know you currently need the GN 3 for full function but can the gear function at all without first syncing?
The reason I ask is because I want one but have a GN 2. I know eventually they will be updated to sync with gear but not sure I can wait. If I get the gear now, would I still be able to use it as a watch? I thought I saw an option to set time and date and another option to sync with phone. I also assume camera can be used independently.
I wouldn't mind getting it now if I knew the clock itself would work and wait for the update for the rest of the features. Just trying to see what I could do without syncing watch.
Sorry if this seems idiotic.
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I was like you, I have gs3 and bought the the gear today as couldn't wait any longer! I would have been happy if I was able to use it as a watch, however it worked fine with my gs3. I downloaded Galaxy Manager from Samsung app store and it paired without any issues ... Some of things aren't working, but majority is (changing clock faces, seeing contacts, calling, answering calls, taking pictures and videos - transferring them to my phone, pedometer, etc all working great; s voice, weather app and installing any new apps from Samsung's app store arent ). Hope this was helpful, any questions please let me know.

Sdr001 said:
I was like you, I have gs3 and bought the the gear today as couldn't wait any longer! I would have been happy if I was able to use it as a watch, however it worked fine with my gs3. I downloaded Galaxy Manager from Samsung app store and it paired without any issues ... Some of things aren't working, but majority is (changing clock faces, seeing contacts, calling, answering calls, taking pictures and videos - transferring them to my phone, pedometer, etc all working great; s voice, weather app and installing any new apps from Samsung's app store arent ). Hope this was helpful, any questions please let me know.
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Gs3? Thought they weren't syncing with those... If they are, that's good to know as my wife has the gs3. Will have to look into this.
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It works some with the apk listed in main gg thread. Using it now on the note 2
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Remote for Note camera

Anyone know of an app that lets the gear work as a remote button to take a picture with your note camera? I believe the sony smartwatch has this feature...i think this would be a nice feature, as you can be in each picture you take and decide when the shutter goes off with a simple tap on the gear screen...

I had that on my Note-2 with Sony Watch.
I don't know of anything for Note-3 and Gear. However, the Note-3 by itself does allow for voice triggering of the camera.

Skeleton said:
I had that on my Note-2 with Sony Watch.
I don't know of anything for Note-3 and Gear. However, the Note-3 by itself does allow for voice triggering of the camera.
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I know you can trigger it by voice, but how cool would it be to see your note camera lens on the gear to see what picture you're taking...and once you're in the picture just tap on the screen to take the picture...

Agreed.
You have identified what could be a great app for the Gear.
I hope developers start releasing Apps for the Gear. It is disappointing that no new apps have shown on the Gear / Samsung Apps store.

Skeleton said:
Agreed.
You have identified what could be a great app for the Gear.
I hope developers start releasing Apps for the Gear. It is disappointing that no new apps have shown on the Gear / Samsung Apps store.
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How disappointing the thing has only been out a couple of weeks. . Come on guys give people a chance to breath. . As far as I know Samsung had bit even released the sdk yet. . After the conference and release of the sdk I imagine we will see some things. .
http://swappa.com/listing/ZZV485/view
note 2 for sale

Yep, I'm sure it'll come in time: See either camera on either device
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This device was released very quickly in order to beat the others to the punch. Therefore, it is not refined yet. Apple will release theirs when it is consumer ready and say they are the first. People will believe it too! Not a hater. Every company claims they have the best in the world.
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I liked how my HTC One would allow pics to be taken with my bluetooth ear piece. It was like having a remote control to the camera...pretty neat
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They have this for the pebble. Why not Gear?

Try Camera Remote (Free or Pro): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.busywww.cameraremotepro

It's been a year. I'm looking for the reverse. So I can take a picture on my gear from my phone. Yak now spy cam type of stuff my gears rooted with the null custom Rom. Only one I found little disappointed in the high end developer's. But never the less I atleast know how to change stuff on a Rom nowadays. I was thinking of installing a network camera then taught it needs wifi to work anyways anyone think of an apk nth at will do it ")

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It's been a year. I'm looking for the reverse. So I can take a picture on my gear from my phone. Yak now spy cam type of stuff my gears rooted with the null custom Rom. Only one I found little disappointed in the high end developer's. But never the less I atleast know how to change stuff on a Rom nowadays. I was thinking of installing a network camera then taught it needs wifi to work anyways anyone think of an apk nth at will do it ")
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I was wondering the same

Wouldn't camera remote work both ways via Bluetooth? I will give it a try when I get a chance and report back if no one does by then
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Galaxy Gear late review

Hey all,
Just in case anyone is interested here is my obviously late and rather exhaustive review of the Gear, after using it for about three months mostly with the null ROM.
http://www.notjusthitech.com/2014/02/do-you-have-right-gear.html
Your comments are welcome!
Looking forward to Gear 2!

Entertaining read
null_ does not allow any more compatibility with other devices than stock does
Did you know that the Gear is Samsung's third go at smart watch?
SPH-WP10 (1999)
S9110 (2009)

Best non biased review I read.

Brendo said:
Entertaining read
null_ does not allow any more compatibility with other devices than stock does
Did you know that the Gear is Samsung's third go at smart watch?
SPH-WP10 (1999)
S9110 (2009)
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Dude, with stock we cannot have BT tethering, am i wrong?
The two watches you mentioned are watchphones not smartphones, the way i see it.
Of course the first one i have only seen in photos and it was ugly as sin.
I was torn between the S9110 and the LG GD910 some years ago, but i found a great bargain for the GD910 and bought that one.
3G video calling from the wrist as well as BT stereo were the best things it offered. Decent battery life, as well. A good device.
Thanx for reading.

AstroDigital said:
Best non biased review I read.
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Thnk you very much sir. My blog actually intends to be as non biased as possible. It's a good thing if you feel the same.

gidi said:
Dude, with stock we cannot have BT tethering, am i wrong?
The two watches you mentioned are watchphones not smartphones, the way i see it.
Of course the first one i have only seen in photos and it was ugly as sin.
I was torn between the S9110 and the LG GD910 some years ago, but i found a great bargain for the GD910 and bought that one.
3G video calling from the wrist as well as BT stereo were the best things it offered. Decent battery life, as well. A good device.
Thanx for reading.
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Yes, you need custom for bt tethering, just sounded like you could connect the gear to any phone and it'll work - which isn't the case
Still a good review

We have news regarding the Gear 2 twins:
http://www.notjusthitech.com/2014/02/the-galaxy-gear-2-twins.html

Really good review! Worth reading.
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I don,t own a GG but after reading this fantastic review, I better make my mind and go for it.
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sohebq said:
I don,t own a GG but after reading this fantastic review, I better make my mind and go for it.
Sent from Note 3 (The beauty & beast)
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Dude, do not do it, unless you find a great bargain.
The 2nd gen was just announced and will be available in April.
See my thoughts here:
http://www.notjusthitech.com/2014/02/the-gear-twins-are-official.html

gidi said:
Hey all,
Just in case anyone is interested here is my obviously late and rather exhaustive review of the Gear, after using it for about three months mostly with the null ROM.
http://www.notjusthitech.com/2014/02/do-you-have-right-gear.html
Your comments are welcome!
Looking forward to Gear 2!
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Αμα πάρεις το gear2 κάνε ένα review!
Great review!

What can the Gear Live do/how is it different then Gear/Gear 2?

Other than the obvious, Gear/Gear 2 run Tizen. How are they different?
Can you make calls from the watch/accept/decline calls from the watch like you can on the Gear/Gear 2?
Also, how does it handle notifications? For example you receive a text or get Tweeted at, can you respond?
Thanks for any/all info!
Might go to Best Buy sometime this week and buy one, so would like all info possible!

It is quite different. Mind you, I'm also using custom null on gear 1
There is a mic, but no speaker
Vibrate seems very weak
All notifications get sent to watch. Haven't tested replying yet
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Kind of disappointing that you cannot take a phone call on the Gear Live as you can on the Galaxy Gear and Gear 2.

Surprised I am typing this, but it is a backwards progress vs the Gear 2 as of right now. I dont have any confidence in Samsung long term for developing a capable platform and have all confidence in Google so I will ditch my Neo for it but Android Wear has a way to go.

robber said:
Surprised I am typing this, but it is a backwards progress vs the Gear 2 as of right now. I don't have any confidence in Samsung long term for developing a capable platform and have all confidence in Google so I will ditch my Neo for it but Android Wear has a way to go.
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I know everyone have an opinion, but from where I am sitting, this a great leap forward, There are many things that can be improve and with time software will get a lot better, however on my eyes Lives have improved considerable over the Gears 2.

[Q] S-Pen Functionality - any tips?

hey, i just jumped to the Note 4 from the iPhone 5s mainly for the S-pen. are there a couple sites you guys can point me towards to get a crash course in using it well?
or do you guys have any good tips for it? thanks!

kenny1244 said:
hey, i just jumped to the Note 4 from the iPhone 5s mainly for the S-pen. are there a couple sites you guys can point me towards to get a crash course in using it well?
or do you guys have any good tips for it? thanks!
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I found this to be a very good overview of using the Note 4. You can probably skip the unboxing part at the start and get right into the usage part.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0N4Jd0Vm4E

Youtube is your best friend
kenny1244 said:
hey, i just jumped to the Note 4 from the iPhone 5s mainly for the S-pen. are there a couple sites you guys can point me towards to get a crash course in using it well?
or do you guys have any good tips for it? thanks!
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The ones that do the best reviews for a newcomer are the following Youtube people
Zedomax
Pocketnow
C4E
Ricky The Android Guy
Watch their review videos and get good a good basic idea but in the end nothing will beat good old experimenting. Welcome to the Note 4 - you have entered a new world. The Iphone and Note 4 couldn't be anymore different. It will take a while to get used to Android and all its new possibilities. You probably will get frustrated at some points but I encourage you to stick with it and find out what you can REALLY do with an Android driven Note 4. The possibilities are limitless. Remember the basic rule about Android - if you don't like something - just change it. My Note 4 doesn't even resemble a stock android anymore because I tweaked it so much but I spent countless hours tinkering around with it. When you have questions - just ask politely and you will find there are tons of people willing to lend a hand.
Good luck and as I said welcome to a new world.

Hi off the top of my head I would think everybody should enable the S pen reminder setting where if you set your pen down and walk away without it your phone would beep and vibrate reminding you the pen is not in/near the phone anymore
To enable
Settings >
Scroll down to the tab “Motions and Control/Control” >
Tap S Pen >
Tick S Pen Alerts
Its probably ticked by default but cant remember and its good to make sure its enabled cause I walk away a couple of times and forgot the pen haha
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