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  • Value for Money
    3.9 (10)
  • Build Quality
    4.9 (10)
  • Ease of Use
    4.5 (10)
  • Battery Life
    3.9 (10)
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The watch is ok but very limited in what it can do

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Samsung customer relations is a total disgrace. The chat line are unable to answer simple questions. On the phone you get through to the Philippines who are worse than useless. Do not buy via Samsung, If you have a problem their customer service is worse than useless.
The watch is very limited in what it can do, and the customer service outfit do not wish to help
Keep well away



Purchased in April 2021 for A$200.00.

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Ben

BenGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 13 reviews

Good smartwatch if thats what you are after

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No major issues with this smartwatch, battery life is solid, interface is convenient, a little bit thick on the wrist but is fairly stylish and have no issues with performance. Only real issue is with the functionality itself, don't tend to get much use out of this other than checking notifications and even then, is much easier to get my phone out and reply.

Purchased in March 2021 at eBay for A$200.00.

OZe Craze

OZe CrazePerth, WA

  • 10 reviews

Almost perfect!!

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Date PurchasedDec 2018
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John

JohnGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

  • 9 reviews
  • 2 likes

best smartwatch i've had

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I've used quite a number of smart watches and by far the gear s3 tops them all. it was a gift from my wife last December and I've been wearing it everyday. i have an older garmin fenix 2 which i use for working around the house, the beach, etc. but for the office, the gear s3 is definitely on my wrist. it connects to my phone flawlessly. it exchanges information pretty fast though i tend not to connect it all the time. love how the bezel turns and you can go through the menu. I've purchased only 2 watch faces on top of the those already in the s3. simply put, awesome watch which will stay with me for quite some time.

Date PurchasedDec 2018
Lilian

LilianGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 7 reviews

Great product!

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Got this as a gift for Christmas. Didn't think I would use it much but have definitely enjoyed the fitness features and being able to see calls and messages. I'm usually really bad at answering calls on my mobile but this has helped. I also check my phone less overall. I like appearance of it, although it's pretty chunky on my arm. Overall, good product.

Date PurchasedDec 2018
Seeking a fair go.

Seeking a fair go.South East Queensland, QLD

  • 23 reviews
  • 20 likes

Great smart watch.

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Date PurchasedNov 2018
Ahmed

Ahmed

  • 3 reviews

Clanky but clever

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Bought this on special offer but was initially dissuaded due to its bulky appearance. However it didn't look too bad on my wrist. Features are a plenty and if you're into gadgets then this is the watch for you. I hit the gym fairly regularly and find that it is a real aid. Multitude of watch faces is uselfull. Eftpos payment a breeze. Making calls from your wrist jaunts you to the 22nd century. Highly recommended.

Date PurchasedDec 2018
Lorraine P

Lorraine PDarling Downs, QLD

  • 8 reviews

SM-R760 Pleased overall.

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This was purchased second hand from an online retailer to track fitness and sleep assessment. It works quite well in both those regards, although the settings needed to be adjusted to improve the battery life. It would be better if the battery lasted longer in normal mode instead of requiring power save mode which cuts out colour and limits functionality. One of its best features is that it vibrates when my linked phone receives a message or call, so I no longer miss these!

Overall pleased with this product.

Date PurchasedAug 2018
Anonymous

Anonymous

  • 6 reviews
  • 11 likes

Best smart watch

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Wanted to buy this watch for a while now and finally decided to get one on sale.
Very easy to set up/use, can personalize it and add aps etc. great notifications linked from phone. Can message and phone people without touching my phone. Pretty impressive technology and lightweight. Nice design and looks of the watch

Date PurchasedNov 2018
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Hi there, thank you for your awesome review. Being able to text and answer calls is one of my favourite features too! Hope you have a Happy New Year.

- Vicky

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Sean

SeanBlacktown

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

I never knew I needed a smart watch

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Having owned just a Casio Gshock, I thought I need a classier watch that I can use for a more formal setting. Luckily, my wife got me the Gear S3 for my birthday. The watch is really amazing. It displays a lot of health information that I like. It also helps me navigate around town using maps without the need to take out my phone. The build quality is amazing. I can not mention how many times I've banged it up against walls and doors but not a scratch on it. Really happy with my watch.

Date PurchasedAug 2018
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Hi Sean, thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, it really means a lot to us. Hope you have a Happy New Year

Raj

RajCaboolture

Only three weeks old and the battery doesn't even last 5 hours

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I am a huge fan of Samsung products. I have used gear s2 before. 3 weeks ago bought a gear s3 frontier from Harvey Norman morayfield and was very excited. Much to my disappointment the watch started giving me trouble. Battery don't even last 5 or 6 hrs even in power saving mode. Also trird to reset the watch no use. Very disappointed

Date PurchasedNov 2018
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Raj
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I have returned it to Harvey norman, morayfield.
They told me it will take two weeks for them to process it.
No watch till they replace it. Not fair

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iCu

iCuMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 6 reviews

Gr8 Watch

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Wanted to get it for a while now and it's been great. Didn't want to get a square watch. This is big and battery last for 3 days at least. Easy to use with lots of watch face. Would like it even more if Samsung could integrate Google Assistant. Then it would be perfect!

Date PurchasedJun 2018
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Not Thankful!

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Date PurchasedJul 2018
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Lee

LeeAdelaide

  • 2 reviews

I love my watch

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I love my watch couldn't live without it. Would be great if i could add stava app and fb app to my device as i find the apple watch can do a few more things than my Samsung Frontier. I've almost bought an apple watch to replace. But i prefer my android products

Date PurchasedMar 2017
superalex999

superalex999meblourne

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

best smart watch ever

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received this watch as my birthday gift. i love the operation system developed by samsung.
what i really that this watch as compares with apple watch, it allows me to choice so many different watch face and it looks so real as an expensive watch. I wear it everyday, battery can last 3 days, as I don't use the app in the watch, to me it is pretty much useless.
The build quality and the design of the watch is just way beyond my expectation.
This is much much better looking than the apple watch. I wear this watch to a few meetings, and i can choose difference watch face to suit my clothing.
Just love it

Date PurchasedSep 2018
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Patrick

PatrickINDI

  • 4 reviews

Works Great!

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Works Great! The additional wrist strap does not work with this watch!I received all of the accessories it was to have with it also. It was new and in the sealed box and so far works as it was designed. A little bigger than expected but I am a large guys so that works or me.. The charge lasts a little over 2 days and is easy to recharge on wireless charger.

Date PurchasedJan 2018
Damian

DamianPerth, WA

  • 9 reviews
  • 1 like

awesome watch

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The first smartwatch I have found that not only looks like a watch (ie round face), but also a decent size. I found previous samsung watches to be a little smaller and look small when worn, so when I found the frontier I was extremely happy to have a feature packed watch that looked great on.
the watch is great, battery lasts more than 2 days and having GPS, altimeter and heart rate monitor all built in means I can keep an eye on exercise and where I've been.
There are stacks of watch faces to select from, but I preferred an uncluttered face so have stuck with the stock frontier face.
Notifications on the watch are fas+t and the voice quality when using it for voice calls is great.

Date PurchasedMay 2018
Kelly N

Kelly NAU

  • 5 reviews

Great and Practical Smartwatch

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A great compact watch, easy to use and great build quality. Huge range of watch faces that are easily downloadable. The spinning bezel makes navigating the phone super easy!

Calls through the watch are very clear and easy to view notifications. Texting is difficult on the watch. Samsung pay is a great bonus with the watch!

When sweating (heavy exercise, hot day etc) the heart rate monitor struggles to get a reading.

Date PurchasedSep 2018
Leon68

Leon68Perth, WA

  • 10 reviews

Lacking and incomplete

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Date PurchasedMay 2018
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Josh2002

Josh2002Melbourne

  • 5 reviews
  • 2 likes

The only watch you need

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The Samsung gear s3 has an amazing screen and a bezel that can be turned to scroll through pages. The watch has a great Bluetooth connection and has a large variety of watch face options. The watch is also great at providing you with all of your health information at a glance thus helping you to stay more healthy.

Date PurchasedJul 2017
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Questions & Answers

Heather B.

Heather B.asked

Gear S3 Frontier

can you make calls on this one

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LakesideComputers
LakesideComputers

Yes! Provided you are connected via bluetooth to a phone with a SIM card. You are able to make, answer and receive calls, as the watch is equipted with a microphone and speaker

James T

James Tasked

Gear S3

Hi Folks,
Anyone considering buying this watch should not buy it. It is touted as a fitness watch for active people, yet it is super fragile. The back glass has cracked on mine and i dont even wear it outdoors. In less than a month after receiving it as a gift i felt a harsh scratching on my wrist and there i discovered its glass is smashed..... I never dropped it or mishandled it. it is super fragile. Buy a real outdoor watch perhaps an apple. Samsung wont fix and the youngster at JB HiFi was quick to accuse me of dropping it. Its cracks eminate from the two charging point on the rear, so check yours if you have one, other than that it looks great as a bedside table alarm clock.

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Hi James, we'd be more than happy to look into this for you. Would you be able to provide me with your contact details and any reference numbers to our Facebook via the link below?

Please ensure to copy and paste your enquiry in a private message to us.

> m.me/SamsungAustralia

Jo
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Sez

Sezasked

Gear S3 Frontier

Hi, is the Samsung Gear S3 watch compatible with Oppo phones?

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Sean
Sean

Hi Sez,

I think as long as you download the Samsung watch app it should be OK. The watch is even compatible with IOS so it should be compatible with other Android devices.

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PhilSamsung

Hi Sez, unfortunately Oppo is not a compatible device for the Gear S3 - Here is a link to the listed devices that are compatible https://www.samsung.com/au/support/mobile-devices/gear-s3-compatible-android-devices/

Philip
Samsung Australia

James T
James T

Before you buy, if you want to use it as an outdoor watch for activities, perhaps look elsewhere. The glass back is super fragile and subject to cracking and cutting you. Mine is less than a month old and it has cracked where the charging diodes are...... so consider other options or buy the real rugged one.

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