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Samsung launches the 3G capable Gear S smartwatch in India, hefty price tag

By Preslav Kateliev

Updated: Oct 15, 2014, 4:00 AM

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Samsung launches the 3G capable Gear S smartwatch in India, hefty price tag

Samsung's Gear S was announced at the company's Unpacked 2.0 event and has become one of the more anticipated smartwatches this year. With its 2-inch curved display and sleek design, the wearable sure has the looks, but what has tech-heads truly interested in the device is that it will have its independent 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity. This means that the watch will be able to do voice calls and Internet browsing, without needing to be tethered to your phone, which is a feat that has yet to become widely adopted among smartwatches.

So, while price and release date for the device in the US is yet a mystery, it has just launched in India, together with the Galaxy Note 4. The Gear S is priced at the hefty $470 mark (Rs 28,900), which would probably make it the most expensive smartwatch available (before the Apple Watch Edition arrives, at least).

So, are you waiting for the Gear S? Does this price dishearten you a bit?

source: The Techolic

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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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