Samsung reveals some details about its upcoming wearable device - SamMobile

Last updated: Baronial 1st, 2017 at 17:21 UTC+01:00

Recent reports accept suggested that Samsung is working on a new wearable device. It'south not said to be a full-fledged smartwatch so it won't be the Gear S4. The data that Samsung has revealed suggests that it'southward more than of a fitness tracker/smartwatch hybrid.

Samsung has revealed some details about the upcoming habiliment device. The company has sent out a survey to members of its SmartLab Plus program. I of the members on our team received this email. Samsung is asking for opinions on some taglines that will be used to promote the new production.

"The new production concept takes the all-time bits from Gear S3 and Gear Fit 2," Samsung says. The company also explains that the new product is "in the course of a smartwatch (rather than an activity tracker)" and that it provides maximum condolement with a smaller body and thinner watch straps. The lookout man straps volition be replaceable then that customers can personalize the look.

The visitor mentions in the email that its new product is water resistant to the point where it's swimproof. This ways that users will be able to rails their pond workouts also. Additional fitness tracking features will include activity tracking, weight and calorie management, active sports and coaching.

The device will have a revised user interface optimized for widgets with glanceable information. It'south going to button smart inactivity alerts to remind users to stay agile when on a flight or even when information technology feels that they need to take a break while driving.

Samsung may exist trying to blur the line between fitness trackers and smartwatches with this product. The company says that the device has been designed to be something that customers tin "clothing all day from work to the gym."

It's unclear when Samsung is planning to unveil this device and whether it will be branded nether the Gear S or Gear Fit lineup.