Apple Watch Nike+ vs Samsung Gear S3 Classic

Apple Watch Nike+ Samsung Gear S3 Classic
Model Apple
Watch Nike+
Samsung
Gear S3 Classic

Basic Info

Suggested Price 399 349.99
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Release May 2017 Dec 2016

Reviews

BestBuy Rating 4.8 4.7
Walmart Rating 0.0 4.6

Overview

Top Features
  • Android and iOS compatible
    Samsung Gear S3 is compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones.¹
  • Never miss a moment
    Text, call, and get notifications directly from your Bluetooth connected watch.¹
  • Pay with your watch
    Make payments with Samsung Pay almost anywhere you can swipe or tap a credit card.²
  • Get out there
    The built-in GPS keeps track of your activity and makes it easy to share your location.
  • Designed for the elements
    With military-grade performance, the Gear S3 resists water, dust, extreme temperatures, and the occasional drop.³
  • Apps at every turn
    Rotate the distinctive steel bezel to easily access apps and notifications.
  • Go for days
    Go nonstop for days on a single charge⁴ and recharge on the wireless charger.
  • Track your fitness
    With the built-in S Health app, track your steps, monitor your heart rate, and more.⁵
  • Apps at your command
    Access the apps you use every day on your Gear S3. Catch a ride, check scores, stream music, and more.
  • Tailored to you
    Make it your own by customizing your watch face and swapping out the standard 22mm band.⁶
  • ¹Compatible with select Bluetooth capable devices using Android OS 4.4 and later with at least 1.5GB RAM as well as iPhone 5 and later with iOS 9.0 and above. Not all features available with iOS paired devices.
  • Gear S3 supported devices may vary by carrier and device. For a list of compatible smartphones and features, please visit samsung.com/gears3. For best results, connect with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.
  • ²For best results, Samsung Pay on Gear S3 requires network connection through LTE, Wi-Fi or via Bluetooth pairing with compatible smartphone.
  • After Initial setup, Samsung Pay on Gear S3 can make at least five transactions without reconnecting to a network. Samsung Pay on the Gear S3 is only compatible with select cards, carriers and Samsung devices and non-Samsung Android phones.
  • See the Samsung Pay Support page at http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay-gear for compatibility information.
  • ³This device passed military specification (MIL-STD-810G) testing against a subset of 10 specific conditions, including drops from 4.9 feet, extreme temperatures, dust, shock/vibration, and low pressure/high altitude.
  • Water- and dust-resistance based on IP68 rating (water-resistant in up to 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes). Rinse residue/dry after wet. See user manual for more details.
  • ⁴Average expected performance based on typical use. Results may vary.
  • ⁵This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
  • ⁶Band sold separately.

All Features

Countdown Yes
Alarm Yes
Internet Connectable Yes Yes
Calendar Yes Yes
Case Width 1.43 inches
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance 0 feet 5 feet
Mobile Notifications Yes
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Charging Interface(s) Wireless Wireless
Model Family Apple Watch Nike+ Gear
Band Color Anthracite/Black
Stopwatch Yes
Battery Size Not Applicable 380 mAh
Vibration Alert Yes
Adjustable Band Length Yes Yes
Date/Time Display Date and time Date and time
Body Metrics Measured Heart rate Heart rate
Voice Activated Yes
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Parts 1 year Not Available
Text Messaging Yes
Clock Display Yes Yes
Color Space Gray Aluminum
Email Capable Yes
Operating System Compatibility Apple iOS Android
Screen Size 42 millimeters 33 millimeters
Bluetooth Enabled Yes Yes
Wi-Fi Compatibility Wireless B Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version 4.0
Built-In Microphone Yes Yes
Band Type Nike Sport Band
Series Series 2
Additional Accessories Included Nike Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable; 5W USB Power Adapter Wireless charging dock
Automatic Sync Yes
Screen Type Digital Super AMOLED
GPS Enabled Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes
Adjustable Brightness Yes
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Processor Brand Apple Samsung Exynos
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer
Color Category Gray Silver
Model Number MQ182LL/A SM-R770NZSAXAR
Product Name Apple Watch Nike+ 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Anthracite/Black Nike Sport Band Gear S3 Classic Smartwatch 46mm
Case Length 1.67 inches
Operating System watchOS
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Labor 1 year Not Available
Brand Apple Samsung
Music Player Yes
Water Resistant Yes Yes
Wireless Syncing Yes Yes
Maximum Usage Time 18 hours
Case Thickness 0.45 inches
NFC Technology Yes
Screen Resolution 360 x 360
Clasp Type Buckle
Battery Capacity 380 milliampere hours
Dust Resistant Yes
Internal Memory 4 gigabytes
Watch Memory (RAM) 768 megabytes
Stand-By Time 3 days
Processor Speed 1 gigahertz

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