Samsung Gear S2 Key Features
UNDER $60
An oldie-but-goodie, the Gear S2 is still a powerful fitness smartwatch with all the bells-and- whistles. Now it just got a lot cheaper!
Key features:
- 2-3 day battery-life
- 1.2 in OLED Display
- 4GB Storage for Music
- S Health App (Free Download)
- Calls, messages, and notifications
What makes them still a good choice?…
Design that doesn’t embarrass your arm
The Gear S2 has a sporty, modern look. The Classic version goes a step further and actually looks like a traditional watch instead of a tiny hockey puck with software. If you care about style (and most humans do), the Classic wins this round.
Rotating bezel that doesn’t make you curse
This is the reason people bothered to invent it in the first place. Instead of endlessly swiping at a tiny screen like someone trying to swat digital flies, you just turn the bezel. Fast, precise, and weirdly satisfying.
Battery life that doesn’t die mid-day like every other smartwatch
Okay, it’s not miraculous, but the S2 series doesn’t make you hunt for a charger by lunchtime. You actually put it on in the morning and it sticks with you for a decent chunk of time.
Tizen feels smooth and purposeful
Samsung’s Tizen OS isn’t as crowded with apps as some other ecosystems. But it’s fast, responsive, and doesn’t hang like it’s contemplating its life choices. Basic stuff like notifications, fitness tracking, music control, and Samsung Pay work without drama.
Fitness and health tracking that mostly works
Step counting, heart rate, and workout logging all get the job done. It won’t replace a full gym setup, but it will tell you you’ve walked enough to justify a snack.
Standouts
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Gear S2: The more casual, sporty choice. Great if you want smartwatch smarts without pretension.
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Gear S2 Classic: Better if you want to fool people into thinking you still wear a real watch while enjoying smart features.
Drawbacks?
Not gonna lie, it’s not perfect. The app ecosystem isn’t the biggest, and if you’re deep into something like Apple’s world, there’s a bit of “why won’t this just play nice” energy. But for most folks, it’s solid.
Even though Samsung doesn’t support the Tizen OS anymore, the watches still work doing the basics, like notifications, calls, text, etc.
Bottom line
These are smartwatches that actually feel like watches. They’re comfortable, responsive, and don’t make you question your life choices every time you glance at your wrist. With only the basic functionality left, they make a great first smartwatch for kids.