Samsung’s Gear watch – New tech presented at IFA Berlin

In September 2013, the Samsung Galaxy Gear has been officially unveiled at IFA Berlin. I was really curious to see it and I can tell you that it’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. With this digital watch users can check their messages and Facebook updates by simply glancing on their wrists or have the possibility to make calls. I used the opportunity to put it around my own wrist and even though I looked like a secret agent, I didn’t like it all that much as I thought I would. The watch is heavy in weight and uncomfortable to wear. But as the user interface is not complex at all, it was really fun to try the different functions and to simply play with it.

 

To perform its full range of functions the smartwatch needs to be linked with a smartphone. This is how you are able to make calls and receive calls without having to take your phone out of your pocket. But there are also lots of applications that work without your smartphone. One example is the fitness app RunKeeper which tracks runs and other workouts. Whenever you are worried about your health, the watch can inform you about your pulse and other health information. Of course there is also the possibility to take pictures and videos.

Samsung’s Gear watch has been released on September 25 and the strap is available in six different colors.