Apple Watch Series 2 vs Samsung Gear S3


Model	Apple Watch Series 2	Samsung Gear S3
Basic Info
Suggested Price	399	399.99
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Release	Oct 2016	Dec 2016
Reviews
BestBuy Rating	4.8	4.7
Walmart Rating	4.8	0.0
Overview
Top Features	Aluminum case Dual-core processor Built-in GPS Water resistant 50 meters¹ Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n 2.4Ghz) Bluetooth 4.0 Heart rate sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Ambient light sensor Second-generation OLED Retina display with Force Touch (2x brighter)² Ion-X glass (aluminum cases) Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Up to 18 hours of battery life³ Magnetic charging cable Apple Watch requires an iPhone 5 or later. Classic Buckle, Leather Loop, Modern Buckle, Milanese Loop, and Link Bracelet bands are not water resistant. ¹Apple Watch Series 2 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. However, Apple Watch Series 2 should not be used for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth. ²Compared with the previous generation. *All models come in distinct case and band combinations. Sport Band, Woven Nylon, stainless steel, and leather bands are all compatible with all Apple Watch models. ³Testing conducted by Apple in August 2016 using preproduction Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, and Apple Watch Edition, each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software. All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple. Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours. Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors; actual results will vary. TM and © 2016 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.	Compatible with select Android phones So you can stay connected while your phone stays out of sight. Simple navigation and clear visuals 1.3″ Super AMOLED touch-screen display with 360 x 360 pixels resolution. Stainless steel case Along with a silicone watch band ensures durability and an elegant look. IP68-rated dustproof and waterproof design Defends your smartwatch against submersion in up to 10′ of water. Make calls, receive messages and access apps Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth connectivity allow you to access your phone’s functions directly from the watch. Built-in pedometer Keeps track of walking and running distances to help you stay in shape. Weather app Shows you the day’s and week’s forecast at a glance. Vibrate mode Quietly alerts you to a range of notifications, such as incoming e-mails, calls and text messages, as well as upcoming calendar events. Built-in 380 mAh battery Offers up to 4 days of use on a full charge for extended operation. Charge easily using the included wireless charging dock.
All Features
Countdown	Yes
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Internet Connectable	Yes	Yes
Calendar	Yes
Case Width	1.4 inches
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance	0 feet	10 feet
Mobile Notifications	Yes
Rechargeable Battery	Yes	Yes
Charging Interface(s)	Wireless	Wireless
Model Family	Apple Watch Series 2	Gear
Band Color	Black	Black
Stopwatch	Yes	Yes
Battery Size	Not Applicable	Not available
Vibration Alert	Yes	Yes
Date/Time Display	Date and time	Time
Body Metrics Measured	Heart rate	Distance traveled
Voice Activated	Yes
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Parts	1 year	Not Available
Text Messaging	Yes
Clock Display	Yes	Yes
Color	Space Gray Aluminum	Black
Curved Screen	No
Email Capable	Yes	Yes
Operating System Compatibility	Apple iOS	Android
Screen Size	42 millimeters	32.9 millimeters
Bluetooth Enabled	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi Compatibility	Bluetooth	Wireless B
Bluetooth Version	4.0	4.2
Built-In Microphone	Yes	Yes
Battery-Strength Indicator	Yes
Series	Series 2
Band Material	Other
Additional Accessories Included	Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable; 5W USB Power Adapter	Power adapter; wireless charging dock
Screen Type	Digital	Super AMOLED
GPS Enabled	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
No-Contract	Yes
Battery Type	Lithium-ion	Other
Processor Brand	Apple	Samsung Exynos
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer
Color Category	Gray	Black
Model Number	MP062LL/A	R765A
Product Name	Apple Watch Series 2 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Black Sport Band	Gear S3 frontier Smartwatch 46mm Stainless Steel AT&T
Case Length	1.7 inches
Operating System	watchOS	Tizen
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Labor	1 year	Not Available
Brand	Apple	Samsung
Music Player	Yes
Water Resistant	Yes	Yes
Maximum Usage Time	18 hours	96 hours
Case Thickness	0.4 inches
Power Supply Type		Other
NFC Technology		Yes
Media Card Slot		None
Band Type		Band
Screen Protection		Yes
Case Shape		Round
Clasp Type		Buckle
Watch Finish		Other
Battery Capacity		380 milliampere hours
Number of Sensors		6
Dust Resistant		Yes
Internal Memory		4 gigabytes
Phone		Yes
Carrier Type		AT&T
Watch Memory (RAM)		768 megabytes
Case Material		Stainless steel
Wireless Syncing		Yes
Processor Speed		1 gigahertz
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