Samsung was one of the first to release a smartwatch and a few devices later it has run between Android Wear and its own proprietary system that would only work with Samsung smartphones.

We reviewed the Samsung Gear S2 soon after it launched, but we now have its better-looking fraternal twin, the Gear S2 Classic, in house. Let's take a quick look at Samsung's US$50 more expensive smartwatch that looks like a real watch.

Second time around, Samsung has produced an excellent smartwatch. The Gear S2 is attractive and watch-like (especially the Classic model, which I hope to see soon) and the rotating bezel is almost the perfect way to navigate on a small screen.

It's no secret Samsung is doing its best to make Tizen a force in the platform wars currently controlled by Apple and Google. For years, Samsung's hardware has paired with an operating system over which it has diminishing control, and despite its incredible success in the market, the inevitability...

Nice product, but it's price to high, it's build quality is excellent, this product also with great features

"So close, Samsung, and yet... so far."

With the Gear S2, Samsung has produced a really compelling alternative to the current crop of Android Wear smartwatches. In many ways the Gear S2 is the most appealing smartwatch we've yet seen but it has a few major issues.

Extremely well made; Intuitive interface; Rotating bezel ring for navigation; IP68 dust and waterproof rating; Excellent display

Connectivity issues; Limited Tizen apps

JUST A GREAT WATCH

Easy To Set Up; Easy To Use; Quality Construction

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...

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