Samsung Gear 2 e Gear 2 Neo ufficiali: i primi smartwatch Tizen arriveranno ad aprile (foto)

Nicola Ligas 23/02/2014 ore 08:53 - Aggiornato il 23/02/2014 ore 11:51

Con un giorno di anticipo sulla conferenza stampa fissata per domani, Samsung ha annunciato ufficialmente i primi due smartwatch con il suo OS Tizen: prezzi ancora ignoti, disponibilità in tutto il mondo a partire da aprile, e compatibilità con dozzine di smartphone Galaxy al lancio.

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Gear 2 e Gear 2 Neo vivono in simbiosi con uno smartphone ma non solo: permettono infatti di rispondere alle chiamate, ai messaggi, e forniscono notifiche basate anche sull’attività dell’utente. Entrambi offrono infatti soluzioni dedicate al fitness e all’allenamento, con monitoraggio del battito cardiaco, conta-passi

Grazie alla porta a infrarossi incorporata e al software WatchON sono in grado di controllare TV e altri apparecchi a distanza, inoltre è presente anche un lettore musicale autonomo (che non si basi cioè sulla musica presente sullo smartphone accoppiato), da sfruttare magari tramite auricolari Bluetooth.

Unica differenza tra i due: l’assenza di fotocamera in Gear 2 Neo, laddove su Gear 2 è integrata sopra il quadrante e non sul cinturino, come nell’attuale modello. Entrambi sono certificati IP67 per resistere ad acqua e polvere ed entrambi hanno un’autonomia dichiarata di 2-3 giorni, che possono arrivare a 6 con un utilizzo più lieve.

Due dispositivi molto interessanti, dei quali speriamo di regalarvi a breve le prime impressioni dal vivo qui da Barcellona. Di seguito specifiche, immagini e comunicato stampa.

• Display: 1,63” Super AMOLED (320 x 320)
• CPU: dual-core a 1 GHz
• RAM: 512 MB
• Memoria interna: 4 GB
• Fotocamera: 2 megapixel con registrazione video in HD (solo in Gear 2)
• Connettività: Bluetooth 4.0, IrLED
• Dimensioni: Gear 2 : 36,9 x 58,4x 10 mm, 68g; Gear 2 Neo : 37,9 x 58,8 x 10 mm, 55g
• Batteria: 300 mAh

Samsung Gear 2:

Samsung Gear 2 Neo:

Samsung Offers Unmatched Freedom and Style with the Next Generation of Gear devices

February 23, 2014

The stylish Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo offer consumers increased connectivity, customization, and control 

Barcelona, Spain – February 23, 2014 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduced the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo designed to take the freedom, convenience and style of wearable technology to the next level. The Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo offer consumers enhanced connectivity and a completely integrated approach for the most personal wearable experience.

“Samsung continues to lead innovation in the wearable market by creating devices that are completely integrated into the lives of consumers through extended connectivity features, stylish customization options and a robust application ecosystem,” Said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics. “With the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, we have enhanced everything consumers love about the Gear to offer unparalleled smart freedom in their everyday life.”

The next generation of mobile freedom

Samsung achieved a significant improvement as a leading smart wearable provider with Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo. Both devices offer a lightweight design with premium finishes that reflect modern trends.

A Camera is equipped to a main body instead to strap, making the Samsung Gear 2 a sleek and sharp smart companion. Consumers are now available to express their mood or coordinate with their outfit with modern and sophisticated strap color options including Charcoal Black, Gold Brown and Wild Orange for Gear2 and Charcoal Black, Mocha Grey and Wild Orange for Gear2 Neo. The home screen background, clock face and font are also customizable to reflect their personal taste.

The Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo are essential companion devices, allow users to accept or ignore incoming calls and messages, and providing instant notification options based on a user’s activity and habits.

Both devices act as an extension of a consumer’s daily life, offering users more control of their lives with standalone features, such as controlling electronic products such as TV, settop box through WatchON Remote application in their own home with an embedded IrLED sensor. The addition of a standalone music player with Bluetooth headset means people can leave their smartphone at home and still enjoy their music on the go.

Both devices also offer personal fitness coaching in real time, allowing users to develop a customizable fitness routine and monitor their heart rate in order to improve their overall well-being.

Finally, the Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo let users connect to a wide variety of Samsung devices and access an enriched application ecosystem as the first wearable powered by Tizen based wearable platform. Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo are compatible with more than dozens of Samsung Galaxy smartphones at launch.

Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo will be available around the world starting from April. Full details and product images are available at www.samsungmobilepress.com or m.samsungmobilepress.com.

Samsung Gear 2 Product Specifications:

Display	1.63” Super AMOLED (320 x 320)
AP	1.0 GHz Dual Core Processor
OS	Tizen based wearable platform
Camera
	Gear 2 : 2.0 Megapixel Auto Focus (1920×1080, 1080×1080, 1280×960)
	Gear 2 Neo : N/A
Video	Codec: H.264, H.263Format: 3GP, MP4HD(720p, @30fps) Playback & Recording
Audio	Codec: MP3/AAC/AMR/VorbisFormat: MP3, M4A, AAC, OGG
Camera Features	Auto Focus Camera, Sound & Shot, Location Tags, Signature
Additional Features	Fitness Features: 1.Heart Rate sensor 2.Pedometer 3.Exercise Standalone Modes: Running, Walking Companion Modes: Cycling, Hiking   4.Sleep & Stress (Downloadable)
	Music Player with Bluetooth® Headset and Speaker
	WatchON Remote: Remote Controller via IrLED Sensor
	Basic Features: – Bluetooth Call, Camera, Notification(SMS, E-mail, Apps) Media Controller, Schedule, Smart Relay, S Voice, Stopwatch, Timer, Weather
	More Features(Downloadable): – Calculator, ChatON, Flashlight, Quick Settings, Voice Memo
	Changeable Strap  Color Options: – Gear 2 : Charcoal Black, Gold Brown and Wild Orange – Gear 2 Neo : Charcoal Black, Mocha Grey and Wild Orange
	IP67 Certified Dust and Water Resistant, Noise Cancellation
Samsung Services	Samsung Apps
Connectivity	Bluetooth® v4.0 LE, IrLED
Sensor	Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Heart Rate
Memory	RAM: 512MB Storage: 4GB Internal Memory
Dimension	Gear 2 : 36.9 x 58.4x 10.0 mm, 68g
	Gear 2 Neo : 37.9 x 58.8 x 10.0mm, 55g
Battery	Standard Battery, Li-ion 300mAh Typical Usage 2~3 days, Low Usage up to 6 days

Fonte: Samsung