Samsung Philippines Officially Annouced Samsung Gear S2 Classic & Samsung Galaxy VR Occulus

Samsung Philippines also unveiled the much talked-about and highly-anticipated Gear VR virtual reality headset, and gave a sneak peek of the premium Gear S2 Classic in platinum and rose gold finish, giving the guests a triple treat of the expanded Samsung Galaxy ecosystem.

The event was held exclusively for the Philippine media, as well as loyal Samsung users and fans who witnessed how the brand has once again drove innovations that defy expectations with its new flagship mobile devices.

Here is our coverage officially announcing the Samsung Gear S2 Classic and Galaxy VR Occulus to the Philippine market.

The Samsung Gear VR, which is also compatible with the Galaxy S7 edge & S7, S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note5, is the first consumerized Virtual Reality headset making it accessible to more premium Samsung smartphone users. Compared to other VR headsets, the Gear VR is lightweight and offers more cushioning that provide comfort to users. It also has adjustable head straps to keep the headset secure and firm.

With its accelerometer and gyroscope, the Gear VR promises a 360-degree, out-of-this-world, immersive viewing and gaming experience, and lets its consumers experience multimedia content like never before. Through the Oculus® Store, gamers can download hit mobile games that can be played via the Gear VR such as Temple Run™. Movie buffs can also live in the world of their favorite movies right on their couch by browsing through the expansive movie selection of Netflix®.

Aside from the Gear VR, Galaxy S7 and S7 edge can also seamlessly connect with the Gear S2 smartwatch, the wearable of choice of fitness and fashion enthusiasts alike, offering both connectivity and convenience for those who are challenged by the need to carry their smartphones everywhere.

“We are proud to reinforce our status as the leader and driver of mobile innovation by bringing Samsung’s flagship offering to the Philippine market. With the Galaxy S7 edge and S7, we enjoin more Filipinos to go beyond their limits and see their Samsung Galaxy smartphones as a hub to new and exciting experiences through our wearable devices, the Gear VR and the Gear S2,” said Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head of IT and Mobile Division of Samsung Electronics Philippines.

To elevate their Galaxy S7 edge and S7 experience, owners of the smartphone can enjoy automatic enrollment to the Samsung Concierge Service, a VIP program exclusively for Galaxy S7 edge and S7 users. Owners can enjoy premium experience at Samsung Experience Stores, VIP phone pick-up service for repairs, their very own VIP hotline, and exclusive offerings via the MySamsung app.

The Samsung Gear VR will be available at Samsung Experience Stores starting February 26, 2016. Meanwhile, you may pre-view and experience the Galaxy S7 edge and S7 at Samsung Experience Stores from March 4-16.

Samsung Gear S2: The ultimate smartwatch in town

Samsung, the leader in mobile innovation, is now giving you an answer to your dilemma. Its revolutionary smartwatch, the Gear S2, starting November 14 – allowing you to enjoy more than just the conveniences of your smartphone right on your wrist. It also gives you the freedom and independence from your phone in certain moments to allow you to perform at your best while letting you stay connected.

Truly on a league of its own, the Samsung Gear S2 rides on Samsung’s expertise in wearable technology since 2013. It showcases the revolutionary rotating bezel control which makes the Gear S2 suited to both right-handed and left-handed people. The rotating bezel makes navigation easier- avoiding clumsy ways of trying to adjust the crown- while providing an unobstructed view of apps and messages on a clear and bright, 1.2 inch Super AMOLED screen.

This smartwatch dons a highly fashionable look with its design as its elegant curves give it a cleaner, neater look. But more than an accessory, it’s the perfect complementary device to your Samsung smartphone, allowing you to be more flexible and productive even when you’re indulging in your favorite sport outdoors, having a great time hanging out with your friends, or in a business meeting with the bosses. It gives you easy access to notifications and messages, and boasts of a rich app ecosystem.

It comes in two models: the Gear S2 and Gear S2 Classic. The Gear S2 is designed to stand up to the special needs of active, sports-minded users. This game changing smartwatch lets you discover the world at your wrist.

Read the most important messages while on your work-out. It also automatically monitors your health stats through S-Health which will surely help you stay on your fitness track.

With the Gear S2 running on Samsung’s Tizen platform, and a battery that lasts for 2-3 days, you can be assured of the unmatched performance at all times saving you precious time and giving you more hours to sweat off.

Aside from being a must-have for health and fitness enthusiasts, the Samsung Gear S2 has a more fashion-forward counterpart- the Gear S2 Classic.

Perfect for fashion expressionists, the Gear S2 Classic is the smartwatch for those individuals who love to personalize their accessoriesit can be personalized with interchangeable watch faces and wrist straps, ensuring that it complements your outfit and allowing you to wear it with whatever look you’re going for the day- spunky, classy, preppy; name it, you can style it.

And now that it’s the holiday season, the Samsung Gear S2 is one of the best gifts you can give to your friends, loved ones, and most especially, yourself.

With the Gear S2 priced at P13,490 and the Gear S2 classic at P15,490, this smartwatch allows you to discover the perks of Samsung’s wearable technology right on your wrist.


Samsung Gear S2 Specs

Dimension BT: 42.3 x 49.8 x 11.4 mm
BT Classic: 39.9 x 43.6 x 11.4 mm
3G: 43.9 x 55.2 x 13.7 mm
Display: 1.2 Full Circle sAMOLED (360x360, 320 ppi)
Network: BT / 3G
Chipset: Pega-W (BT), MSM8226 (3G)
Memory: 512MB + 4GB
Battery: BT 250mAH, 3G 300mAH (2-3 days)
Sensor: Acc, Gyro, HRM, Barometer, Ambient light, GPS (3G)
Water resistant IP68
Connectivity BT4.1, WiFi, NFC
OS Platform: Tizen