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Samsung Gear S (SM-R750) Official V1, Android Lollipop CM12.1 Ported !!!!!!!
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cooldreamer
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Nov 14 2014, 10:40 PM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 10:10 PM) I could suggest that you port out to Maxis and take the Surfmore 50 with a multisim. 2Gb data, calls and sms pay-as-you-go, but my usage of calls and sms is incredibly low so this suits me perfectly. I'm currently quite happy with Digi..so doubt I will port out for the sake of the Gear S..  and i'm in the marketing line so call usage is quite on the high side as well..
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TSjoytest
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Nov 14 2014, 11:23 PM
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QUOTE(cooldreamer @ Nov 14 2014, 10:40 PM) I'm currently quite happy with Digi..so doubt I will port out for the sake of the Gear S..  and i'm in the marketing line so call usage is quite on the high side as well..  If that's the case then the Maxis OnePlan should suit you, since it is unlimited calls to all services. I'm not promoting Maxis though but for a device like the Gear S, multisim FTW.
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khainiz94
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Nov 15 2014, 10:57 AM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 10:25 PM) This is from where? Looks tempting.
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cooldreamer
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Nov 15 2014, 01:57 PM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 11:23 PM) If that's the case then the Maxis OnePlan should suit you, since it is unlimited calls to all services. I'm not promoting Maxis though but for a device like the Gear S, multisim FTW. Thanks for the recommendation  Will take you comment into account
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TSjoytest
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Nov 15 2014, 04:22 PM
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Just found out that there have been phones in a watch form factor for a while http://www.burgsmartwatches.com/index.php?...ategory&path=59I have also seen a wrist sized basic phone from China about 1 year ago, but it was just that, a phone. These are devices that do not integrate to any ecosystem and are purely standalone, much like any basic phone. Devices like the Gear S and Android Wear are full blown computing platforms, and the plus on the Gear S is that is has a phone as well.
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Nephrite
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Nov 15 2014, 06:07 PM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 15 2014, 04:22 PM) Just found out that there have been phones in a watch form factor for a while http://www.burgsmartwatches.com/index.php?...ategory&path=59I have also seen a wrist sized basic phone from China about 1 year ago, but it was just that, a phone. These are devices that do not integrate to any ecosystem and are purely standalone, much like any basic phone. Devices like the Gear S and Android Wear are full blown computing platforms, and the plus on the Gear S is that is has a phone as well. Still got this http://www.getneptune.com/
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Nephrite
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Nov 15 2014, 06:21 PM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 10:25 PM) You want to order ? If you want i also want tumpang order.
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TSjoytest
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Nov 15 2014, 08:25 PM
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QUOTE(Nephrite @ Nov 15 2014, 06:07 PM) LoL yeah, but that is far too big to wear, really, and tries to do too much. http://gizmodo.com/the-joy-and-misery-of-l...e-sm-1637632048I agree with this reviewer, too little of everything. At least the Gear S is trying to fit an extra function to a smartwatch and it is still able to hold battery life equivalent with the others. QUOTE(Nephrite @ Nov 15 2014, 06:21 PM) You want to order ? If you want i also want tumpang order. No, not ordering.
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whatever06
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Nov 16 2014, 02:11 PM
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New Member
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 10:25 PM) Is it available in M'sia?
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TSjoytest
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Nov 16 2014, 03:09 PM
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QUOTE(whatever06 @ Nov 16 2014, 02:11 PM) Is it available in M'sia? Not that I've seen.
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TSjoytest
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Nov 17 2014, 09:21 AM
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A rather balanced review from Android Headlines http://www.androidheadlines.com/2014/11/fe...ung-gear-s.htmlThe first commenter also makes a very rational pitch on why it is so big, comparing it to the Note 1 when it first arrived QUOTE Good review, but I think it follows the pattern of several other reviews that seem to judge this unique device by how much it doesn't look and feel like a watch. It reminds me of the early reviews of the Note 1 which almost universally penalized it heavily because it was "too big" to be a cell phone. 3 years later, and we have a new phone category, the phablet, and virtually every top phone uses a larger display. To me, an early adapter, the S is the farthest thing from a smartwatch...it is more of a wrist communicator. As Samsung states "It's our first network-connected wearable". The S is simply a wearable device that allows one to stay connected without lugging around your phablet so you don't miss calls, texts and emails. If you are into fitness, you can listen to music and monitor steps, heart rate, etc., without taking along your phone. If you work in a large office (or house) you can go out of bluetooth range and not miss anything. On a bike ride, or at the beach, the S is easier and safer to carry than your phablet. In addition, in my area around Washington, DC, bluetooth headsets are ubiquitous in offices, on mass transit, in cars, and in gyms and restaurants. That is exactly how the Gear S and other wearables should be used...not by holding one's arm up to talk. Regarding apps, several reviewers have noted the limited Tizen apps; however, I have yet to see a list of the must have apps they would use on a wearable like the S. Often, Samsung is criticized for throwing in too much software...in this case they have limited the apps to those that are most likely to be used regularly. Great decision Sammy! Just open up the S to all android phones and you may actually have a winner! Nice one for those who want an in depth review. This post has been edited by joytest: Nov 17 2014, 09:22 AM
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ceras
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Nov 17 2014, 09:26 AM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 14 2014, 10:25 PM) I have 1st batch of Xtremeguard for Gear S arriving in 2 weeks. Anyone interested pls pm me together with contact to book the item. Thanks
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Xirality
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Nov 17 2014, 09:42 AM
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10k Club
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 15 2014, 04:22 PM) Just found out that there have been phones in a watch form factor for a while http://www.burgsmartwatches.com/index.php?...ategory&path=59I have also seen a wrist sized basic phone from China about 1 year ago, but it was just that, a phone. These are devices that do not integrate to any ecosystem and are purely standalone, much like any basic phone. Devices like the Gear S and Android Wear are full blown computing platforms, and the plus on the Gear S is that is has a phone as well. Saw these type of 'phone watch' since few years back but they are so tacky and design is utterly ugly.
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ooikeat
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Nov 17 2014, 05:46 PM
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If I am to use the watch for standalone phone, 10 mins call per day, can it last 14 hours?
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TSjoytest
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Nov 17 2014, 06:06 PM
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QUOTE(ooikeat @ Nov 17 2014, 05:46 PM) If I am to use the watch for standalone phone, 10 mins call per day, can it last 14 hours? It should be possible...at least 10 hours is doable. One thing is you can wear it with the dock. Looks dorky I know....
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ooikeat
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Nov 17 2014, 09:22 PM
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Getting Started

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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 17 2014, 06:06 PM) It should be possible...at least 10 hours is doable. One thing is you can wear it with the dock. Looks dorky I know....  Thanks, good to know that. I am planning to get one but all shops do not offer the 20% galaxy life apps discount. I'll wait for Lelong prices to go further down
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Xirality
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Nov 17 2014, 09:45 PM
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10k Club
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 17 2014, 06:06 PM) It should be possible...at least 10 hours is doable. One thing is you can wear it with the dock. Looks dorky I know....  That dock is too bulky to wear with
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Andrewtst
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Nov 17 2014, 10:16 PM
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QUOTE(ooikeat @ Nov 17 2014, 09:22 PM) Thanks, good to know that. I am planning to get one but all shops do not offer the 20% galaxy life apps discount. I'll wait for Lelong prices to go further down Samsung is cheating on that 20% discount. Now Samsung said need buy Note 4 and Gear S together same time to entitle that 20% discount. If not willing to give that promotion then don't do it. Samsung is real pathetic!
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TSjoytest
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Nov 17 2014, 10:42 PM
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QUOTE(Andrewtst @ Nov 17 2014, 10:16 PM) Samsung is cheating on that 20% discount. Now Samsung said need buy Note 4 and Gear S together same time to entitle that 20% discount. If not willing to give that promotion then don't do it. Samsung is real pathetic! Where did they change the T's & C's ? I just checked and they didn't change to say that you must buy both together.
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Andrewtst
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Nov 17 2014, 11:21 PM
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QUOTE(joytest @ Nov 17 2014, 10:42 PM) Where did they change the T's & C's ? I just checked and they didn't change to say that you must buy both together. Mention at Samsung Malaysia Facebook page. A lot people can't use it.
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