The Samsung Gear S2 is only a few months old, but it's already been updated in the form of a new $349.99 Classic edition. The Gear S2 Classic has the same exact interface and hardware as the original, but it's built with classier materials (including a leather wristband) that could be worth the $50...

Sleek design; Sharp display; Unique rotating bezel; Intuitive UI

Mediocre app selection; Weak voice recognition

The Samsung Gear S2 ($149.00 at Amazon)  is only a few months old, but it's already been updated in the form of a new $349.99 Classic edition. The Gear S2 Classic has the same exact interface and hardware as the original, but it's built with classier materials (including a leather wristband) that could be worth the $50 premium if you like the look. It's an attractive smartwatch, with one of the most intuitive interfaces we've seen and a unique, rotating bezel you won't find anywhere else. But just like the original Gear S2, the lack of third-party apps and finicky voice recognition keep the Classic from earning a stronger recommendation.  DesignThe Gear S2 Classic ($269.99 at Amazon)  goes for a more subdued, traditional appearance than its sportier sibling. It has a black leather wristband, while the stainless steel case is now adorned with little ridges, giving it the appearance of an actual gear. The added bit of texture also helps when rotating the bezel to control the watch....

The Samsung Gear S2 Classic smartwatch upgrades the original with a sleek stainless steel case and a leather wristband, but the same drawbacks remain.

Sleek design; Sharp display; Unique rotating bezel; Intuitive UI

Mediocre app selection; Weak voice recognition

I purchased this watch as I wanted the notifications, sleep pattern recorded. The notifications work great. Unfortunately it doesn't record sleep patterns at all, quite useless and something I hope Samsung fixes up this lack of recording as to me that is one very essential aspect of wearables that...

During IFA 2015 in Berlin, Samsung unveiled its latest smartwatch, the Samsung Gear S2. The circular smartwatch is the first of its kind from Samsung, and the company promised exciting things regarding the Gear S2, but did the company deliver?

Based on our time with the Samsung Gear S2, we think it's a sleek smartwatch with an attractive design. It offers fairly standard smartwatch features like fitness tracking, but also includes some rather interesting features including a rotating bezel used for navigating the UI and enhanced app...

Very happy with my Gear S2 from Adorama! Looks cool, easy to operate, customizable, lot's of watch faces to choose from, and it works great with my Note 4. I normally get 3 days on 1 battery charge. Receiving notifications on the watch is very handy.

Bought this to replace my gear fit. I like the extra features. I feel like it isn't as sensitive on the pedometer function as the gear fit or my old fitbit, but I like how it reminds me to be active. I do notice it misses some notifications.

All in all, I've enjoyed reviewing the Samsung Gear S2 Classic smartwatch. I like the traditional classic watch look and feel because it isn't overly bulky and geeky looking. I also like the tactile rotating bezel which makes navigation quick and easy.

Traditional watch style with interchangeable bands; Rounds watch face; Built in heart rate sensor for activity tracking; Notifications; Can play music directly from the watch

At the time of this writing; the S2 is not compatible with the iPhone; At the time of this writing; Samsung Pay and Android Pay not yet available

Samsung's decision to outfit the Gear S2 with the Tizen OS rather than Android Wear was no doubt risky, but it was a highly calculated move that we think has paid off. The Gear S2 works with a broad array of phones (Android 4.4 or later), it's a great looking device, and it's faster and more...

JUST A GREAT WATCH

Easy To Set Up; Easy To Use; Quality Construction