We do not know if Apple will surprise next month with a new iPhone, or if it will simply launch a new smartphone just like the one in previous years. Ironically, the company that is going to bet on a new device paradigm would be Samsung, with its new smart watch. We already have new data from Samsung Galaxy Gear, which would have a 2,5 inch.
And all this information comes from a medium in which one of the test versions of the device would have already been received, so they could know well what this new smartwatch would be like. The screen is not surprising, having an expected size, 2,5 inches, which won't allow for too many multimedia flourishes, but it will be sufficient, and even larger than that of any normal watch. The goal is for it to serve to read email, check notifications, and publish in social media. Will use technology OLED.
Display and layout
Choosing a panel OLED makes sense in a watch: it offers pure blacks, good contrast and low power consumption when displaying dark backgrounds. At 2,5 inches, the format is comfortable for Quick queries and simple gestures, with a curvature and frames designed for the wrist. It is expected a resistant glass to scratches and a strap that prioritizes ergonomics, with a case designed to withstand splash from day to day.
Performance and battery
The watch would also have a dual core processor. It will probably be a next-generation Exynos, although it remains to be seen which one this will be. We can't expect a very high clock speed, since the functions that this device will have are not will too advanced. In fact, the best we can hope for is that it is a processor of low performance that does not consume too much battery. Comments have also been made on this last point, and it has been specified that the battery life, although not exaggerated, is sufficient. This indicates that it is very likely that we will have to load the battery of the new smart watch every day.
To extend the autonomy, it is reasonable to wait saving modes, aggressive brightness management and rapid panel suspensions. Charging would be done via a base or adapter specific, seeking comfort at the end of the day.
Connectivity and sensors
El Samsung Galaxy Gear would also have one integrated camera, audio speakers, connectivity Bluetooth, WiFi y NFC or with a accelerometerThe launch would take place on the same day as the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, so it would be announced on September 4th, just two weeks away.
Combining Bluetooth y NFC would facilitate a quick pairing with the phone, while WiFi would allow data and notifications to be received when the phone is not nearby. The accelerometer would be used to turn on the screen when turning the wrist and to record movements; it would not be strange if it were complemented with other sensors to improve the activity tracking basic.
Smart features and daily use
Beyond showing notifications, the clock points to allowing reply messages fast, control the playing music from the mobile and manage hands free calls thanks to its speakers and microphone. The built-in camera would be useful for taking specific shots without taking out the phone, and there would be a mode Find my mobile to locate the paired smartphone.
In productivity, the 2,5-inch screen is suitable for read emails and messages with optimized fonts, while in well-being it could register followed and uptimes with simple metrics. It is also to be expected voice commands to run tasks without touching the screen.
Availability and announcement
If the suggested roadmap is maintained, the Galaxy Gear would be presented alongside a flagship smartphone from the house at a high-profile event, with a arrival in stores planned shortly after. The strategy would be to accompany the user as an extension of the phone, with a clear focus on comfort, speed of consultation and controlled autonomy.
With this approach, the Samsung Galaxy Gear emerges as a watch designed for the essentials: a OLED display legible from 2,5 inches, low consumption chip, full connectivity and extras like camera and speaker that expand uses without complicating the experience.
