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Poll: are you getting a Samsung Gear S3? Which variant?

By Preslav Kateliev

Updated: Aug 31, 2016, 12:25 PM

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Poll: are you getting a Samsung Gear S3? Which variant?

Samsung unveiled its 3rd generation of Gear S smartwatches today and it is prettier than ever. The Gear S3 comes in two variants – the Classic and Frontier. The difference is in looks, with the Classic looking a bit more like your regular, I-wear-that-with-my-suit watch, the Frontier — replacing last year's sporty, regular Gear S2 — is slightly more rugged.

Still, both wearables are specced the same and both have the IP68 rating for water- and dust-resistance. Both take 22 mm standard straps, and both run the same plethora of apps, have S Health features on board, GPS, altimeters, barometers, and support for Samsung Pay. Of course, we do assume that the Frontier might end up costing about $50 less than the Classic and that's just about the only difference they'd have, aside from looks.

So, are you buying a Samsung Gear S3 and, if yes, which one are you going for?

Are you buying a Gear S3?

Yes, grabbing that Gear S3 Frontier!

48.03%

Yes, I can't wait for the Gear S3 Classic!

14.04%

No, I am using / buying another smartwatch.

15.57%

No, don't care about smartwatches.

22.37%

456 Votes

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Preslav, a member of the PhoneArena team since 2014, is a mobile technology enthusiast with a penchant for integrating tech into his hobbies and work. Whether it's writing articles on an iPad Pro, recording band rehearsals with multiple phones, or exploring the potential of mobile gaming through services like GeForce Now and Steam Link, Preslav's approach is hands-on and innovative. His balanced perspective allows him to appreciate both Android and iOS ecosystems, focusing on performance, camera quality, and user experience over brand loyalty.

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