Samsung Gear S3 Frontier Smartwatch
Android Watch
Case Colour Black
Black
1.3 inch Display Size
GLONASS
Men
iOS Compatible
Android Compatible
Stainless Steel
Rubber Watch Strap
Display Super AMOLED
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Product Details
| Product Types | Android Watch, iOS Watch |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Series | Samsung Gear |
| Appliance Type | Second Screen |
| For | Women, Men |
| Style | Classic |
| Compatibility | |
| Operating System Compatibility | Android 4.3+, iOS 9.0+ |
| Compatible Devices | Samsung Galaxy A7, Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016), Samsung Galaxy A5, Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016), Samsung Galaxy A3, Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung Galaxy S6, Samsung Galaxy S5 Neo, Samsung Galaxy S5 mini, Samsung Galaxy S5 Active, Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, Samsung Galaxy S4, Apple iPhone SE, Apple iPhone 7 Plus, Apple iPhone 7, Apple iPhone 6S Plus, Apple iPhone 6S, Apple iPhone 6 Plus, Apple iPhone 6, Apple iPhone 5S, Apple iPhone 5C, Apple iPhone 5 |
| Housing | |
| Housing Material | Stainless Steel |
| Casing Properties | Waterproof, Dustproof |
| Case Colour | Black |
| Housing Design | Round |
| Case Height | 12.9 mm |
| Physical Buttons | Back Button, Home Button |
| Bezel Feature | Rotating Bezel |
| Watch Strap | |
| Watch Strap Material | Rubber |
| Watch Strap Colour | Black |
| Watchstrap Width | 22 mm |
| Armband Features | Changeable |
| Clasp | Pin Buckle |
| Dial | |
| Dial Properties | Configurable Interface |
| Display | |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED |
| Display Size | 1.3 inch / 3.3 cm |
| Display Material | Gorilla Glass SR+ |
| Display Resolution | 360 x 360 Pixels |
| Display Properties | Always on Display |
| Touchscreen | Capacitive |
| Battery & Run Time | |
| Power Supply | Rechargeable battery |
| Type of Battery | Li-Ion |
| Battery Life | 3 Days |
| Battery Capacity | 380 mAh |
| Charging Function | Wireless |
| Standard | |
| Data Transfers | Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Wireless LAN Standards | b, g, n |
| Location Services | GLONASS, GPS |
| Protection Class | IP68 |
| Technical Details | |
| Operating System | Tizen |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7270 |
| Processor Core | 2 |
| CPU Clock Speed | 1 GHz |
| RAM | 768 MB |
| Flash Memory | 4 GB |
| Sensors | Brightness Sensor, Acceleration Sensor, Position Sensor, Barometer, Altimeter |
| Functions | |
| Fitness Information | Pedometer, Heart Rate Monitor |
| Audio Features | Microphone, Speakers, Vibration Alert |
| Phone Functions | End Call, Call Display, Decline Calls, Accept Calls, Speed Reply SMS |
| Dimensions | |
| Dimensions | 46,1 x 49,1 x 12,9 mm |
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Product Description
More adventurous brother to the S3 Classic, the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier Smartwatch is a bulkier proposition. WIth dimensions of 46 x 49 x 13 mm and a weight of 62 g, the watch is one of the more robust smartwatches around. This is due to its aluminium casing, which is elegantly brushed on the sides and on the top, creating a lovely visual finish that's really nice to the touch. In addition, the watch uses the scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass SR + like you would find all across their range of smartphones in the front face, which is actually optimally designed to protect wearables like this.
Samsung Gear S3 Frontier: Touch Me
This device is so pretty it begs you to touch it. You can start by turning the bezel, by pressing the two side buttons or by tapping the touch screen. The round Super AMOLED display has a decent size of 1.3 inches, with a resolution of 360 x 360 pixels and 16 million colours, which is very impressive, particularly when you remember your first ever digital Casio Watch. An always-on mode guarantees that the dial can be read immediately at any time. The display is now colour-adjustable, in contrast to the previous model, and the battery is also improved: the 380 mAh energy storage is sufficient for 3 to 4 days with average usage.
Features
This smartwatch promises to be particularly safe when jogging: in case of emergency, a signal can be sent by text to inform selected persons of the exact location you are at, which is handy in case you sprain something, or just run out of puff in the middle of nowhere. In addition to this, it also has a loudspeaker and microphone, so that using Samsung's own Tizen OS you can make calls like with the Apple Watch, once you could your smartphone, of course.
Personalisable Aesthetics
Depending on what looks and feels best to you, you can choose between various silicone and leather bracelets, with the South Korean company hiring the famous designer Arik Levy for the design of several of these. When comparing these smartwatches online, it's important to note that there are no differences in the technical equipment between the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier and the Classic model - the difference is only in design. Although this model is in the upscale price class, you can still find models for under £250, so while we would say its predecessor the Gear S2 is definitely worth a look, but compare between sellers and you can find the newer model for great value.
Compatibility
This smartwatch is compatible with most Android and iOS phones, including the Samsung Galaxy S5 mini, the Samsung Galaxy S7, the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017), and the Apple iPhone 6. If you're comparing smartwatches online, you may also want to take a look at the Motorola Moto 360.
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Robert Fowler 26/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchNot just a gimmickFinally a smartwatch that is and looks like a real watch. I have owned other smartwatches and it has been obvious what they are, the design and the screen blanking out makes then stand out
The S3 its designed by a watchmaker so its looks and feels like a watch. Also you get the option of having the screen always on. That reduces the battery but I still get 48 hours out of it
The bezel may seem outdated but it works so well. You get greater control and no failed swipes, useful for cancelling nuisance calls.
The S3 is also the 1st watch I have had that is both a smartwatch and a fitness watch - most are one or other with a little of the other thrown in. It has its own gps and a built in heart rate monitor. I have a fitness watch where the monitor stuck out of the back of the watch so that irated my skin. This one is flush with the back of the watch so you dont realise its therevia idealo -
Mike Lister 26/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchGreat WatchSamsung Gear S3 Frontier Review I have been using the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier watch for about 2 months now and I wanted to write up a review giving my feedback on what I thought about the watch in general, the interface and features. I used to have the Samsung Gear Fit. Even the packaging for the watch is top notch, taking the watch out it comes with a small dock that allows for cable less charging like the wireless charging for the S7 edge. Its magnetic as well so the watch won’t just call off if you pick up the dock. While charging, it rotates the display and shows you how long before it is fully charged. The watch comes with a standard rubber wrist strap that was enough for me, it is possible to swap them out for others. The size of the watch face and profile off the wrist is no bigger than any watch I have worn before so it isn’t heavy on the wrist or sticks out so you catch it on door frames etc. The S3 is packed full of features and some I am still trying out, one thing that I thought was strange that didn’t come with it was no count down app. This was downloadable from the Samsung Apps and sent to the phone. I am not one for using tech for showing off so wouldn’t play music through my watch etc. This morning I did find the phone call and text messaging very useful as I got up to let the dogs out and have a cuppa when I got a text, I was able to reply using the built-in keyboard. After a few messages were exchanged I thought it was easier to call so I used the watch to make a call in the kitchen while my mobile was still on charge in the bedroom. (I’m not one for always carrying my mobile with me when I first wake up). There are also custom watch faces that can be downloaded. The S health integration is fantastic, after 10 minutes of walking it starts recording walks rather than just step counts. If I sit still for an hour it vibrates and tells me to get moving or at least Stretch. Pros For me the health monitoring is why I love this watch, I don’t need to do anything and it just works with my Samsung S7 edge Health App recording all my info to help me stay healthy. Like all Bluetooth devices, calls and notifications are handy but you can get that feature for a lot less. The Dial interface to scroll through apps and widgets make it really easy to use. Cons Wearing this tightly on my wrist and in the shower, has caused a mild skin rash, wet rubber on skin will do that I guess but worth noting. Also, occasionally when I go from Bluetooth on to off and back on again the watch and the phone wouldn’t pair first time. I found the stop watch would come on accidentally as you only need to tap the screen to start it. A little annoying if you brush against it.via idealo
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thecookster67 26/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchExcellent watchReally impressed with this watch - I love the styling in that it has the look and feel of a proper watch. Some other smart watches I've seen have the look of play things or toys, but this is really sturdy, in a metal case. The bezel on the front of the dial rotates to access the various functions on the watch and the colour touch screen is clear and responsive. One particular thing I like about this watch is the ability (when paired to your smartphone) to make calls from the watch and have a conversation through that alone. This is quite useful if you're away from your phone when it rings (as long as you are within Bluetooth range of course!) as you can have a conversation over the watch, which is crystal clear as if you were using your speakerphone!
Spare bracelets are available for this to accessorise the watch, these are simple to fit as their is a release lever to disconnect/reconnect the bracelet, rather than messing around with screwdrivers etc.
There are several watch faces supplied with the watch, you can download more through the Samsung gear app so you can get a watch face that suits your mood!
An excellent, well built, well put together watch that has a feeling of sturdiness that gives the feeling it will last a long time.via idealo -
TechTested 25/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchA truly amazing smartwatchI've used the Gear S3 Frontier every single day for just over 2 months now, and throughout my time with it, it's became a suprisingly useful part of my life. I've owned Android Wear smartwatches in the past, the first version of the Apple Watch, and the original Pebble, yet none of these devices remained on my wrist for long, often becoming somewhat of an inconvenience (eg disappointing battery life, missed notifications, lack of suitable connectivity, or simply not fitting my requirements). I feel this device, however, is far more suited to my demanding needs.
First thing's first, it's important to state that this device is the larger and more rugged of the two in the Gear S3 series, ideal for those who use their watches everywhere they go, and are looking for a companion device that can be taken anywhere. The smaller of the two, the Gear S3 Classic, is slightly less rugged and comes with a lighter design and leather straps, more ideal for day to day life. Both variations of the product look very respectable; however it could be said that this model in particular could come across as too masculine.
One of the key characteristics about this device is its rotating bezel, which can be used to navigate the interface fluidly with only one hand. For me, this feature stands out as one of the most impressive. Scrolling through articles on Flipboard was even smoother than doing so with the Apple Watch's digital crown, and with Tizen's silky-smooth, device wide animations, everything perfectly. In all honesty, I've never seen the device slow down or lag, ever.
Focusing around sensors and connectivity, this watch also beats every single alternative I've tried. All editions of the Gear S3 include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS and a rather cool Altimeter/Barometer. In addition to this, Samsung also offers a cellular model which can make phone calls without the need to be tethered to another device. Quite frankly, Samsung really seems to have considered and included everything under the sun.
Mobile payments can be made right from the watch via Samsung Pay, the watch can connect to wireless networks when too far away from the phone to utilize Bluetooth, the downloadable speedometer app can be used, just to name few common use examples. Another optional feature is an emergency mode - if the home button is pressed three times whilst this is enabled, the watch will automatically send a message to the pre-selected contacts, as well as send a link, which automatically shares the location of the device for an hour. This is perfect for so many different situations (eg day-to-day life, hiking, snowboarding, and many more), and I think far more OEMs should offer functionality like this.
All in all, there's a lot more I could say about this device. It has a huge range of features and is truly one of the most impressive pieces of technology I've ever ownedvia idealo -
Alan Waters 25/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchWhat a WatchAbsolutely brilliant watch. I have had experience with a few smart watches but this is by far the best I have ever used. I have been using it for four weeks now and its been superb. Day to day I forget its a smart watch as it feels so much like a normal watch to wear. it only needs charging once every 2 and a half days, I tend to do about 5 miles walking every day and all my notifications come through so I would say I have average use. The auto detect for exercise is good as it works out when I run or walk well and when I am sitting at my desk it prompts me to get up and take a walk. All in all a great small device.via idealo
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Ian Wright 25/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchAlmost thereWhen you open the packaging of the Gear S3 you know you have a quality product, it reminded me of the day I opened the first iPod many years ago. When first handling the watch I was initially concerned about the size and weight. Initial setup was very simple and very soon the watch was on my wrist and I was no longer worried about the size or weight.
Very quickly I was changing the display, controlling music and finding apps. I settled on the Cyber watch display as I found it suitably futuristic. The thing that stood out was the display it’s very nice, very very nice. It’s amazing the quality they managed to fit into what is such a small package.
I’ve been wearing the watch for a couple of weeks now and it has become an integral part of my day. Primarily for being notified of emails/texts/whatsapp. I like the health apps and how it picks up automatically when activity is taking place. Surprisingly I’ve not really used it to tell the time but this is maybe something I’ve become too used to using my phone for.
CONS:
The APP selection is a bit disappointing at the moment; I don’t feel developers have yet found a killer app. I’ve used the timer but that’s about it.
S Voice is very poor I’ve had very little positive to say about that.
Expensive, not sur e it’s worth the £350, £299 maybe.
It’s slightly too big to wear a shirt over it, the cuff gets caught
The Wireless charger when on overnight was keeping me awake. It must emit a frequency. I’ve moved that out of the way.via idealo -
Lee Hynes 25/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchClose but not there yet.I have been a lover of watches most of my adult and adolescent life, for me a watch is also a sort of status symbol. I wanted a watch that both looked the business and was packed with the latest tech for outdoor activities, gym sessions and day to day life .... The Samsung Gear S3 Frontier was the one i wanted. The Samsung Gear S3 came nicely packaged, placed on its charger. With a weighty expensive feel to it it was just like holding one of my Omega Seamasters for the first time. The strap, although made of rubber felt nice to the touch and most of all capable of taking a bit of stick from the elements and rough activities. A charging plug and wireless charger were included along with a strap for a 'smaller' wrist. A quick tap on the screen brought it to life and after a small amount of time i had it paired to my Galaxy S7 edge and loading apps onto it from the phone. Simple and quick. The Samsung Gear S3 looks the part, military style with its sinister matt black bezel and glossy body. Capable of swapping straps over you could get the perfect look you wanted with ease. The apps seem to work quite well on the device, i have had it now for 3 weeks and only had a few connection glitches. Now we come to the bad part..... The problem is, and it is a big problem, is that most of the apps are pointless. There are not enough apps for this device, at the moment all you seem to be able to get are watch faces and a few exercise apps. The rest are very ropy and have no real everyday place. Still rolling down hill ..... the speech recognition is hopeless at times and frustrates the hell out of you ! The Samsung Gear S3 show piece is supposed to be the fact that it can look like a automatic style watch with hands etc...... but it doesn't. It looks like a watch face on a LCD screen, too bright and not sharp enough. i have downloaded loads of faces and none of them look good. The only ones that work are the digital ones, they work very well, but not what i wanted from this watch. Overall this watch is not what it wants to be, is not a smart watch that can compete with high end looks of a traditional face , its just not there yet, and thats a shame as it had the opportunity to crack open a market that the others couldn't.#insidersgears3via idealo
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Russell English 20/01/2017This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier SmartwatchThe best smart watch availableOpening the box & getting the watch out you can see & feel that this is really well crafted & put together. it's not heavy but it is quite thick. The black finish on the Frontier is beautiful. I'm paranoid I might scratch it, although I have managed not to so far. The glass is recessed so this should minimise the chances of it getting scratched or worse, cracked. The rubber strap is OK but I find it sticks to my skin so I might change this to a metal strap. Changing the band seems easy enough. There's even a smaller one supplied in case you have tiny wrists.
I'm not new to smart watches had a Moto360 for 2 years now so I was a little unsure of what to expect of the Frontier running Tizen rather than Android Wear. I had become used to the way Android Wear worked & interacted with my Android phone. After a very short time using the Frontier, any doubts I had were gone. In fact, I prefer Tizen to Android Wear in some ways. On Wear, you need to swipe to get to the menu item you want & sometimes this leads to accidentally activating the wrong icon. With Tizen you can simply touch the menu item you want.
Pairing with the phone is straight forward but you do need to download the Gear app to use it to the full extent.
The Frontier comes with a few widgets already installed mainly for S-health which is Samsung's own fitness tracker but there are others such as contacts, weather & reminders. Different watch faces are available, just be aware that anything with a lot of animation will drain your battery fast.
Battery was always a shortfall on my Moto360 lasting just over 24 hours. The Frontier changes that. As I'm writing this, my Frontier has been off charge for 14 hours & there's still 75% battery remaining with the phone all saying I have 2 days left. This is with the screen off for most of the time however but it is using the default watch face that's got a fair bit of animation & interaction using the gyro to imitate light reflection.
The inductive charging is fast so you won't be waiting for more than a couple of hours even if it's completely flat but in reality, you're not going to let it get to that point. On the subject of the charger, it's magnetic & I'm still on the fence with this. I've knocked my 360 off the charger & not noticed before but that's not going to happen with the Frontier. It is a pain though when you pick the watch up & it's still attached to the charger!
Finally, it's cool (to me) being able to take or make a call from the Frontiervia idealo -
idealo user 13/12/2016This review is for: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier Smartwatchgreatvia idealo
Expert Reviews
Average score from 11 tests
Good (78%)
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3,5/53,5/5Review summary: The Samsung Gear S3 has a superb display and a great bezel. Battery life on the unit is impressive. App support on the device isn't great and the reviewer was disappointed that it is not completely waterproof.
wareable.com online (30/03/2017) -
7/107/10Review summary: In this review, the Samsung Gear S3 is described as sylishly designed and durable. The unit has built in GPS and LTE. It is also enabled with Samsung Pay. App selection is poor and this reviewer found the device to be quite heavy on the wrist.
tomsguide.com online (26/01/2017) -
4.5/54.5/5Review summary: This reviewer found the Tizen OS to be very comfortable and intuitive to use. The battery on the Samsung Gear S3 lasts for almost 4 full days and device has a superb overall design with built-in GPS. This reviewer notes that there is a lack of app support and features on the Gear S3 are limited for iOS users.
Pocket-lint online (10/01/2017) -
5/55/5Review summary: The fitness elements on this watch are impressive and it offers all the tools a fitness fan might need, apart from swim-related metrics). The unit has an excellent battery life and a stylish, elegant design.
alphr online (20/12/2016) -
80/10080/100Review summary: According to this reviewer the Samsung Gear S3 has the best smartwatch interface on the market and a great battery life. Overall performance is excellent. Some users may find the size of the device to be a little too big and there are not a lot of good Tizen apps available, which is worth keeping in mind before making a purchase.
engadget online (20/12/2016) -
3.5/53.5/5Review summary: The reviewer on this website was not crazy about the Samsung Gear S3. They found it to be quite costly and did not find that it was a lot better than the S2. Ia su
Tech Advisor online (08/12/2016) -
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3.5/53.5/5Review summary: This watch is too large and bulky, especially for people with small wrists. 3rd party app support is poor. Otherwise, the device is very good. It has a simple interface and offers good battery life. The device is water resistant and the watch strap is easy to replace.
Digital Trends online (01/12/2016) -
4.5/54.5/5Review summary: This smartwatch has great hardware and offers superb user experience. It has a particularly good display and an intuitive interface. App selection could be better and the device is quite pricey.
recombu online (30/11/2016) -
3/53/5Review summary: This watch has an elegant design and performs very well. It has a lengthy battery life and a high quality display. Some users might find it to be a little oversized and uncomfortable to wear during exersise. This reviewer also noted the lack of apps available for the Gear S3.
trustedreviews.com online (29/11/2016) -
7.5/107.5/10Review summary: The battery lasts for days on this watch, which is excellent, and the device is dust, shock and water resistant. The display is very nice and bright and the standard wrist band is interchangeable. Activity tracking could be better and there are not many apps that are available for the S3, which this reviewer lists as a downside.
phoneArena.com online (29/11/2016)
