Galaxy Gear Software Update Now Available for Smart Watch
A new software update is now available for the Samsung Galaxy Gear smart watch.
This is the first official one for the device and it is currently rolling out in the U.K.
The update has the build number V700XXUAMJ8 and brings no major changes to the software, according to a report from SamMobile.com. It could have been rolled out to fix some of the bugs that were found in the system. Its ability to function with other devices such as the Galaxy S4 and Galazy S3 could also have been improved with it.
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Both of those smartphones will become compatible with the watch when they receive the Android 4.3 update.
The update should roll out to more Galaxy Gears around the world in the coming days. Users can also obtain it by downloading SamMobile's firmware. The device will still run Android 4.2.2 once it's installed.
The Galaxy Gear improves the smartphone experience by becoming a control panel for various tasks. For example, when the phone is being called the actual screen will appear on the watch, allowing users to either take or ignore the call without having to grab their phone out of their pocket.
It also features Smart Relay that opens up a corresponding app automatically when it sends a notification to the watch.
The Galaxy Gear connects to a smartphone and has the ability to track it down if it has been misplaced or lost. The Find My Device feature allows users to remotely activate sounds and vibrations to make it easier for them to locate their smartphone. It also works vice versa as the connected phone could be used to find the watch.
The Galaxy Gear was unveiled alongside the Galaxy Note 3 earlier this year.
