Hi Beautiful People,
Today has been a crisp 60 degree, sunny, blue sky day in the Show-Me State; not having to turn on the air conditioning has been a blessing.
Over a cup of Chai, I was thinking how much I enjoy high-tech gadgets, even more so than my hubby. My iPhone 6plus is great, however Jay has a Samsung S6 that he thinks is cool too. Yes, a house can be a home with different brand gadgets. My hubby and I recently had the opportunity to demo the newly released Samsung Galaxy S7 Smartphone and the Samsung Gear S2 Watch. The technology duo, courtesy of Verizon Wireless, can be paired to work together.
JT using the new Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung S7 Specifications:
The Samsung S7 screen is bigger and clearer than the S6. The smartphone runs on the Android operating system, powered by Google. With Android, you have access to Google Play to find cool new apps or movies, music and other media options. If you are not familiar with Android and Google Play, it is quick and easy to navigate and to learn to use. One key feature that I like is the ample selection of moving image backgrounds available, a feature that is not available on the iPhone.
Clear screen
The phone has a slim profile and is feather-light, weighing in at only 5.36 ounces. It will not weigh down your handbag, and it can easily slip into your pocket without a problem. It looks like the phone’s width is less than a 1/2″ inch.
The Thinness of Samsung7
Other details from the Verizon website:
– The dual–pixel camera provides faster, more precise autofocus and a new low–light sensor for fewer blurry photos and crisp detail even in soft light. You can get brighter selfies even in low–light settings.
– The phone had 32GB internal memory that can be expanded with a 200GB microSD card. That’s up to 50,000 songs, 130 movies and 200,000 photos.
– Hear the difference with HD voice. If you have dual Samsung phones, you can do video chat, make calls over Wi-Fi, take video calls, talk and surf at the same time.
– Water resistant
– Fast, wireless charging with the power cord that is included with the phone.
Gear S2 Watch
Since I am a gadget gal, I think that it is awesome that the Galaxy S7 smartphone can be paired with the Gear S2 watch. The Gear S2 has many features that make it a worthwhile investment. It provides quick access to new email messages, tracks your fitness activities and a host of other things.
If you are active and do not have to take your phone with you all the time this gadget may be for you. The S2 will track your steps, measure your heartbeat and record your amount of time spent walking, running or another fitness activity.
In the photo below, you see my hubby wearing the Gear S2 with the Snoopy home screen. In the settings mode, you can create an appearance that is as unique as your personality. It will show your beginning interface, in our case, it was Snoopy as the Red Baron. It could have the look of a traditional watch or one of the many other designs that are included. The watch will remain in the off mode. However as soon as the watch is turned towards you, the watch turns on and the first screen appears.
Jay wearing the Samsung Gear S2 Watch
Gear S2 Specifications
– The watch is sleek and comfortable. It includes a second identical band if you need to replace it. The watch is designed to be for either male or female with its neutral design.
– The watch can be used the as my phone. When a call comes in, the Caller ID will show who is calling and you can actually use the watch to talk to the other person. Kind of reminds me of Dick Tracy!
– The watch provide access to your email account and get a notification when I have a new message. The interface on the watch does not show the images; but I can read the text by scrolling.
– The watch’s bezel rotates which allows the user to access the different menus, options and apps. There are two buttons on the right side: one for manually go between the different screens and the other for waking up the watch.
Buttons work for you
– I setup the watch to work with the Samsung Pear app, which is designed to be used when exercising and working out. There is a stopwatch, activity tracker that will record my steps, and heart rate monitor.
Working out with the Gear S2 Watch
-The Samsung Gear S2 watch is compatible with other Android devices; not just the Galaxy S7.
-The Gear S2 operates on the 3G network so you can make calls, use GPS for directions, and send and receive text messages.
Gear S2 on Charger
– I can take the watch off and charge it wirelessly on the dock, shown above. It is simple and easy to set up, pair with your smartphone and to use throughout the day. Keep in mind that the watch needs to be charged daily, as the battery only last about a day. I can see how much memory is left on the watch as soon as it touches the dock.
S2 Charger without watch
The watch is available at Verizon for $299.99 with a 2-year contract ($349.99 retail price).
If you are in the market for a new smartphone, I recommend the Samsung Galaxy S7. It is sleek and stylish, easy to use with the Android operating system and fully-loaded with many great apps. The Gear S2 watch is a great add-on; and I would recommend it if want to have the latest technology at your finger tips; but don’t want have our smartphone available.
DISCLAIMER:
Verizon Wireless provided us with the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Gear S2 watch to demo for twenty-one days. We did not receive any monetary compensation to write this reviews. All opinions are strictly our own.
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