Samsung Gear Sport and Gear IconX 2018 go on sale Oct 13 with surprisingly high prices

Now we know how much Samsung’s latest wearables will cost, and when they’ll be on sale.

Following an initial debut back at IFA 2017 at the end of August, Samsung is ready to sell the new Gear Sport smartwatch and Gear IconX 2018 truly wireless headphones. The fitness-focused Gear Sport will cost $299, and the IconX 2018 headphones will be $199 — both will go on sale on October 13, with in-store availability on October 27, from Samsung.com, Amazon, Best Buy, Macy’s and U.S. Cellular.

That October 13 date is much earlier than we had initially thought, with initial rumors pointing to a late October or early November pre-order time frame. On the other side of the coin, these prices are a bit higher than we had expected. The Gear Sport at $299 gets surprisingly close to the price of the full-featured (albeit larger and clunkier) Gear S3, which itself is down to around the $315 mark at retail. It’s also a big step up from the Gear S2, which previously held that sub-S3 level wearable spot in the $249, and eventually down to $159, range.

Gear Sport vs. Gear S3: What’s the difference?

At the same time, the Gear IconX 2018 earbuds have set themselves near the top of this “truly wireless headphones” market at $199. Apple has picked up quite a bit of traction with its $159 AirPods, and Google just launched its new (albeit wired) Pixel Buds at the same price. The IconX 2018 thankfully have much longer battery life than their predecessors and are more fitness-focused with features like heart rate monitoring, but that $199 price will be tough for many to swallow — even if they’re pairing them up with their $900+ Galaxy Note 8.

Samsung obviously has actual sales data on its end to back up the pricing of its products, so we’ll see how the market takes to them when they hit stores this week.

Press release:

Samsung Announces U.S. Availability for the New Gear Sport and Gear IconX 2018 – Combining the Best in Style, Smart Fitness and Health Tracking

Available for Pre-order starting tomorrow, October 13, Samsung Gear Sport and the Enhanced Gear IconX 2018 are Designed to Help Motivate and Manage Fitness Goals

RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ – OCTOBER 12, 2017 – Samsung Electronics America, Inc. announced today the Gear Sport and Gear IconX 2018 will be available for online preorders starting tomorrow, October 13, with widespread U.S. availability starting October 27. Joining a full suite of Samsung wearables available this holiday season, the Gear Sport is a stylish, robust and 5 ATM water resistant fitness smartwatch with iconic circular bezel and built-in GPS, while the Gear IconX 2018 wireless earbuds are designed for comfort to track fitness goals and enjoy offline music while offering improved battery life. Samsung’s portfolio of wearables are uniquely designed for different consumers to meet their needs and fit into their lifestyle.

“Samsung’s new smartwatches and cord-free earbuds make wellness management simpler and easier,” said Alanna Cotton, Vice President Marketing, Samsung Electronics America. “Whether you want to get fitness insights or enjoy your favorite music, Gear Sport and Gear IconX 2018 blend style with functionality to help you manage your health and get the most out of your day.”

Gear Sport

Sporting military-grade1 durability, a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display, and signature design touches like a circular bezel for easy navigation, and a form factor inspired by traditional watches, the Gear Sport is the latest in a line of wearable smart devices from Samsung which are as stylish as they are functional. With 5 ATM water resistance2 and swim tracking, real-time heart rate monitoring, auto activity detection, and Spotify’s offline mode that lets users listen to their favorite music anywhere; the new Gear Sport lives at the intersection of lifestyle and fitness.

Additionally, with a variety of custom watch bands to go along with Gear Sport’s traditional watch design, the smartwatch can be dressed up or down for any occasion. Available in Blue and Black, Gear Sport is $299.99 and will be available in the U.S. for online preorders at Samsung.com starting October 13.

Gear IconX 2018

The second-generation Gear IconX 2018 cord-free earbuds let you effortlessly listen to your favorite music – making your daily commute more enjoyable or helping you get more from your workout. With 4GB of internal storage, music can be enjoyed on and offline by transferring songs from a Samsung smartphone3 or PC, or accessing your favorite streaming music service through Bluetooth connectivity. With a simple tap and hold of the earbuds when connected to a Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ or Galaxy Note8, users can control their music or smartphone with just their voice through Bixby.

The updated design comes in Black, Gray and Pink and is ergonomic and lightweight so Gear IconX 2018 earbuds are secure, comfortable and stylish to use. For the fitness enthusiast, the Gear IconX 2018 automatically tracks your running routines and features a standalone built-in Running Coach.

With an improved battery life of up to five hours of Bluetooth streaming, up to seven hours of MP3 listening standalone mode and up to four hours of talk time, users can enjoy a seamless experience whether tracking fitness activities, talking via Bluetooth or listening to music. The Gear IconX 2018 is $199.99 and will be available in the U.S. for online preorders at Samsung.com starting tomorrow, October 13.

Should you use your Google Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL on Project Fi?

For some people, getting a Pixel is a sure thing — the next question is which carrier you should choose.

If you’re already set on buying a Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL, or even have one already, you may be thinking about switching carriers at the same time. Google’s own Project Fi service is quite popular, but unless you had a previous Nexus or Pixel phone, you haven’t even had the choice to use it. So now that you can use Project Fi, we’re going to help you decide whether or not it’s the right carrier for your shiny new Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL.

Who should use their Pixel 2 on Project Fi?

Project Fi has a solid set of clear advantages when compared to a “traditional” carrier. For the most part, it boils down to just how simple Project Fi is compared to the competition. With Fi, you don’t have any sort of contract, fine print, agreements or even set plans to decide on. You simply pay $20 per month for the base service, and then $10 per gigabyte of data thereafter. That’s it! The Fi app and website make your data usage, account management, and billing super simple, removing the stress of dealing with your phone service. You also get a combined nationwide cell network that utilizes T-Mobile, Sprint and US Cellular towers.

Project Fi is simple, flexible, and intuitive — so long as you don’t use much data.

That makes Project Fi useful for people who need to have coverage wherever they go, but at the same time are willing to actively cut back on data usage to save money. Data usage is billed down to the megabyte, so every time you hop on Wi-Fi or wait to make a big download there’s a direct correlation to having a lower bill at the end of the month. If you’re regularly in the 2-3GB range monthly, you will probably find this to be a good deal compared to your current service.

If you use your phone internationally often, Project Fi is a fantastic choice. You can use your phone exactly as you do at home and pay the same $10/GB, and even save on calls back to the U.S. when you use Wi-Fi or the Hangouts Dialer. You don’t have to change your plan or buy an international package before you leave — just turn on your phone in a new country, and you have service right away.

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Who should use their Pixel 2 on a different carrier?

Conversely, many of the core tenets of Project Fi can make it instantly unappealing to many common types of Pixel owners. The biggest issue for most people will be the cost of data. At $10 per gigabyte, with no savings or discounts available, Fi gets really expensive if you’re using a lot of data on a consistent basis. Anyone who uses 5GB or more in an average month will likely be better off paying for one of the unlimited plans available from the other carriers.

If you use lots of data or have a demanding family plan, you should look elsewhere.

The same goes for people who want to combine multiple lines of service with a family plan. Project Fi does offer a group plan option, but the savings with extra lines are minimal and in the end the same $10/GB data restriction is going to get in the way. The limitation of only being able to use Nexuses, Pixels and the new Moto X4 on Project Fi may also be a consideration if you need an inexpensive phone for your children on a family plan.

One other aspect of this whole comparison to consider is that you don’t have to stick with Project Fi if you’re just looking to save money. Yes Project Fi can be a very inexpensive way to get service on a new Pixel, but there are also many great prepaid carriers that offer more data for the money — just remember it comes at the expense of many of the extra features that make Fi so appealing.

Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

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• Google Pixel 2 specs
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• Join our Pixel 2 forums

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Microsoft Edge Preview for Android now available on Google Play

Ready to give Microsoft Edge on Android a shot? Now’s your chance.

Microsoft recently surprised the mobile world with the announcement that it was bringing its Edge browser to Android and iOS. Initially, the browser was only available as part of a preview limited preview on iOS through Apple’s Test Flight beta program, with Android said to be coming soon. Now, as first spotted by Simhar.com, the Microsoft Edge for Android preview has appeared on Google Play and is open for anyone to download and test.

Microsoft’s goal with Edge on Android is to provide a consistent experience between your PC and your phone, with the ability to easily share documents and pick up where you left off — something that has been sorely missing if you’re a loyal Edge user on desktop. As part of that experience, Microsoft is making the “Continue on PC” feature a highlight, allowing you to easily pick up where you left off with the upcoming Fall Creators Update.

Here’s a look at the highlight features of Edge on Android:

• Continue on PC: Go anywhere and pick up where you left off by seamlessly moving content between your mobile device and PC (requires Windows 10 Fall Creator’s Update).
• Data Sync: Your favorites and reading list are synced across your devices, so no matter the device, your browser is always personalized to you.
• Hub View: With your favorites, reading list, history, and books all in one place, finding and managing your content is made simple.
• Reading View: Reorganize the content on a webpage to make it easier to focus on what you’re reading.
• QR Code Reader: Easily read QR codes at the touch of a button. Microsoft Edge will pull up the reading and information right onto your screen.
• Voice Search: You can now use your voice to search the web. Ask a question or speak a prompt to use the web in more natural, familiar ways.
• InPrivate: When you browse with InPrivate mode, your browsing data (like your history, temporary internet files, and cookies) isn’t saved on your PC once you’re done.

Keep in mind that the Edge preview is currently limited to U.S. users (although it is worth a shot; we were able to download it from the UK too). If you’re ready to give Edge a shot, you can grab it on Google Play now.

Just keep in mind that Edge on Android is still in development, and you’re likely to encounter bugs here and there.

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Spend $2 on an Amazon sample and get $2 back to spend on full-size products

This deal doesn’t revolve around tech, but everyone can benefit from effectively free samples.

Is this deal for me?

Prime members, Amazon has a new exclusive deal just for you. Spend $2 on a sample that looks interesting to you, and Amazon will give you $2 in credit to spend on full-sized products from that same brand, including products from Starbucks, Gatorade, and more! There are a few $4 samples too that will credit you back $4.

This deal is very similar to the Sample Box deals Amazon has been running recently, only this time the samples are individual products instead of a giant mystery box.

As a Prime member, you can buy as many samples as you want but only one of each. For each one you buy, Amazon will automatically issue the credit once your sample has shipped. You’ll also get an email with information about the credit and how to use it. The credits expire 180 days after the sample ships, so make sure you use them before then.

While the credit is limited, it’s not limited specifically to buying the full-size version of the sample you ordered but rather to a selection based on the brand. So if you order the Starbucks Cubano Doubleshot Espresso but don’t like the flavor, you’ll be able to spend the $2 credit on some other coffee item like a 15pk of Mocha and Vanilla Starbucks Frappuccinos for example.

Keep an eye on this sample page because the available products and flavors will probably change quite a bit and you never know what you’ll find there. If you’re not a Prime member but want to participate, you can sign up here. Signing up includes a 30-day free trial for new members.

TL;DR

• What makes this deal worth considering? – These trial-size products are a great way to delve into some higher-priced brands without spending a bunch of money all in one shot. Since you also get your money back in the form of Amazon credit, you’re not losing out on any cash by trying out a couple either.
• Things to know before you buy! – Each sample is limited to one per Prime member, and the credit you receive must be used within 180 days of your sample’s shipment.

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Best Android Wear 2.0 Apps

You’re going to want to install these.

It’s a new day for Android Wear. Apps are no longer sidecar-style programs that share data back and forth from your phone. Instead, the apps are installed directly on the watch and run completely independently of the phone. This means apps need to be able to do everything on the watch, so design and functionality matter more than ever. Here’s a look at the Android Wear apps that work best in this new 2.0 world!

More: The definitive Android Wear 2.0 review!

Note: This list will be constantly updated with new great Android Wear 2.0 apps when they’re made available!

CityMapper

CityMapper is the ultimate transit app. With offline maps and real-time departure listings, you’ll be able to go anywhere and get there using any means you like — bus, subway, train, ferry, taxi, car share, bike share and walking are all covered.

Covering a long list of cities on six continents, CityMapper is great for travelers as well as locals. It’s also a stand-alone Android Wear 2 optimized app so you can leave your phone at home or in your bag. That explains the Editor’s Choice award in Google Play and the placement on the Best Apps of 2017 list!

Find on Google Play

LookBehind for Android Wear

Your phone has a camera and your watch has a pretty nice display. Pair the two together and you have a remote camera you can view from your wrist.

With LookBehind you have full control over your phone’s camera, including zooming, rotation, and flash. It even shows the phone’s battery level so you know if you need to plug things in. the app costs $0.99, but it’s totally worth it!

Find on Google Play

Google Fit

Google Fit has received a substantial update with Android Wear 2.0, and it’s great for everything from basic daily step tracking up to runs and gym workouts. The interface is very well situated to show you snippets of information on the small watch, then give you deeper looks at everything in the Fit app on your phone.

After using the new Fit it’s clear to see why Google is so proud to promote it in Android Wear 2.0.

Find on Google Play

Recordr

It doesn’t matter if you need to take a quick note for yourself or you’d like to document something discretely, the ability to use the microphone on your wrist can be powerful.

The Recordr app makes it super easy to grab audio, and when it’s recorded you can keep it on the phone or quickly transfer it to the watch in case you need to share or push to Drive.

Find on Google Play

Google Keep

The ability to quickly check off boxes in Keep is not only great for feeling productive, it’s a solid reminder system that doesn’t require a calendar.

As great as Keep can be on the phone, on the wrist you get a quick glance at lists when the Always-On display is enabled and plenty of space to check off boxes when you’re mobile.

Find on Google Play

Facebook Messenger

This app is one of the few set up to act as an advanced receiver instead of a smaller version of the app. Instead of the full Facebook Messenger experience, this watch app shows up as a normal notification but gives you more options when responding to people hitting you up on Facebook.

The only downside here is you get a Messenger icon taking up space in your drawer that doesn’t actually do anything, but that’s a small price to pay for more Messenger features.

Find on Google Play

Find my Parked Car

Finding your car in a big parking lot has never been easier with GPS on your phone, and the only way that can happen faster or more conveniently is from your watch!

This setup is simple and leaves little to the imagination. Drop a pin to mark your parked car, and if you’re far enough away that you need GPS there’s a button to throw you immediately into Google Maps for navigation.

Find on Google Play

Update October 2017: Added more great apps to our list!

Android Wear

• Everything you need to know about Android Wear 2.0
• LG Watch Sport review
• LG Watch Style review
• These watches will get Android Wear 2.0
• Discuss Android Wear in the forums!

AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon waiving fees for those affected by CA wildfires

Here are all the details on AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon’s data overage waivers for customers affected by the Northern California wildfires.

Northern California is currently being slammed with unrelenting wildfires, destroying thousands of buildings and causing hundreds of people to go missing. In an effort to provide some relief during these trying times, AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon have all announced that they’ll be waiving fees for customers in the area due to the circumstances.

Here’s a quick breakdown of what each carrier is doing:

AT&T

AT&T customers in the Northern California area will receive bill credits and waives of other charges between October 9 and October 14 so that everyone can have access to unlimited data, texting, and calling. This offer applies to both AT&T wireless and AT&T Prepaid customers, and those on a prepaid plan will have an extended payment date set through October 14 as well.

Subscribers of AT&T with billing addresses and/or phone numbers in Butte, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Nevada, Solano, Sonoma, and Yuba counties will have access to this offer. AT&T says that data alerts might still be sent out, but these charges will be adjusted accordingly on actual billing statements.

Sprint

Similarly, Sprint announced that its customers will be omitted from data, text, and call overage fees through October 12. Along with Sprint’s core customers, this applies to Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile customers as well.

Per Sprint’s Regional President for Northern California, Suehyun “Johan” Chung, “Some customers might be experiencing service issues due to damaged fiber resulting from the fires. Our team is in the area and on standby awaiting clearance to restore services as quickly and safely as possible.”

Verizon

For Verizon customers, the carrier is waiving all overage fees for postpaid customers between October 10 and 12. Prepaid customers are getting some relief as well, but in a slightly different manner – an extra 3GB of network use for data, texting, and calls.

Verizon’s Pacific Market President, Jonathan LeCompte, also commented on the situation, saying “We know how important it is for you to stay connected with your loved ones when disaster strikes. This offer is one way that we can show our commitment to the Northern California community as these powerful wildfires continue to rage in the area.”

T-Mobile

At this time, T-Mobile has not outlined any sort of plan to cover overage fees for Northern California residents. The carrier says that it is “continuing to evaluate ways to support both our customers and employees as recovery progresses”, but that’s it for the time being.

However, T-Mobile is still doing its part in other ways. The carrier has restored services to most affected areas, deployed emergency equipment to establish temporary cell service, and also sent out mobile trucks that are loaded with respiratory masks, snacks, water, and even charging stations/portable chargers.

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Mayor to review 1,000 Amazon products in bid for company’s new HQ

It’s been about a month since Amazon announced it was accepting bids from US cities to host its second major headquarters. A city that comes away with a new Amazon campus could potentially see a significant economy boost, so competition will certainly be fierce. And with the deadline for cities to submit their proposals exactly one week away, Kansas City, Missouri has emerged as perhaps the city with the most creative strategy. As noted by VentureBeat, Kansas City mayor Sly James purchased 1,000 products from Amazon for charity and is reviewing every single one — and the reviews very quickly pivot into why his city would be a great place for the company’s new HQ.

I bought 1,000 products for charity on Amazon and reviewed them all with a little KC love. Read all my reviews at https://t.co/fXuxqnmp3v pic.twitter.com/JBLHyiE51P

— Mayor Sly James (@MayorSlyJames) October 11, 2017

James explained his plan with a few videos on Twitter and also set up a URL that lets interested parties (like Amazon) see everything he’s reviewed. Products run the gamut from 22-inch wind chimes priced at only $14.99 (“I live in beautiful Kansas City where the average home price is just $122K, so I know luxe living doesn’t have to cost a ton”) to the classic kids story Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (“Alexander had a really bad day, but here in KC, we’re ranked as one of the 20 happiest cities to work in right now…”). You get the idea.

James just kicked the program off yesterday, but he already has posted dozens of reviews — though a read through his entertaining Twitter feed makes it sound as if he’s not actually doing all the posting himself. But there’s little doubt this goofy but heartfelt venture is driving some positive buzz for Kansas City. Whether or not that’ll make a difference in the bidding process remains to be seen, but the city does meet enough of Amazon’s criteria that it should be in the running.

Via: Venturebeat

Source: KC 5 Stars

Review: Logitech’s $99 MX Sound 2.0 Speakers Offer Great Audio for the Money

Logitech’s MX Sound 2.0 Bluetooth speakers are the audio offering in its latest desktop accessory range, which includes the MX ERGO mouse and CRAFT keyboard. Like most stereo speakers around the $99 price point, they’re positioned as a decent upgrade over typically lifeless-sounding integrated monitor and laptop speakers.

The company says it focused on design quality and audio performance when developing these spherical units, so I was intrigued to see how they compared to the likes of Creative’s acclaimed GigaWorks T20 Series II speakers, which have garnered an impressive fan base over the last decade.

Design

The minimalist-style MX Sound speakers have a 10cm depth and a six-inch diameter, with a nice soft slate-colored fabric covering and rear-aimed bass ports that stick out on the outer edge of each unit, a bit like orbiting moons.

The right speaker has a motion sensor that detects when your hand approaches, which causes a vertical strip of pairing and volume controls to light up. The symbols actually shine through from behind the fabric.

When I first received the speakers I thought the motion sensors responded to gestures that allowed you to, say, adjust the volume or change the currently playing music track with a wave of the hand, but that isn’t so. You have to actually touch the lit controls for them to work, which made me a little concerned about the fabric becoming marked by oily fingers over time.

At least the lights are touch-sensitive – you don’t have to press hard to activate them. Which is just as well, because the slight backward tilt of the speakers makes the bases a little unstable – for example, the units are liable to fall over if the cord gets caught underneath.

On the rear of the same speaker there’s a 3.5mm input if you want to connect up your computer, smartphone, music player or what have you via a cable, and an additional 3.5mm auxiliary port for other audio equipment. Completing the row of connections is a port to connect the cable running from the left speaker, a power input to plug in the external PSU, and a headphone port.

Performance

The Bluetooth symbol on the right speaker blinks and a short tone is heard when the units are successfully paired. The MX Sound 2.0 speakers are equipped with Bluetooth 4.1, enabling them to be connected wirelessly to two devices at the same time. This worked really well when I paired both my iPad mini 4 and iPhone 6s to the speakers. Pausing music on one device and playing it on the other caused the connection to switch seamlessly.

However, I was unable to get the same thing to work when I swapped out one of the mobile devices for my 2015 MacBook Pro. After the connection switched from Mac to iPhone, I had to go into macOS Bluetooth settings and manually select MX Sound to re-pair them to my laptop. That could prove mildly frustrating depending on your setup.

The wireless performance itself was strong enough, and maintained a connection over a good 25-meter line of sight, as advertised. So when I took my phone into the hallway I could still hear the music playing clean and clear through the speakers in the lounge.

In terms of audio reproduction, Logitech’s speakers offer a fantastically rich sound for such a compact 24-watt unit (12-watt RMS), and there’s no distortion at the volume level you’d reasonably expect to drive them in a typical study/computer room. The sound stage is deep and encompassing, no doubt thanks to those satellite-style bass ports. Granted they’re not earth-shattering like you’d expect from a subwoofer system, but for 2.0 stereo speakers the performance really shines.

Sound separation is well defined, with vocals and instruments allowed to express themselves clearly across most genres. The units also have a beautiful mid-range that packs in plenty of detail. Perhaps the upper end shaves off a few high notes now and then, but that’s to be forgiven at this price point, and something you only really notice at a distance. In general listening when sat about a meter away in front of my desk, I couldn’t fault them.

Bottom Line

I was really impressed by Logitech’s MX Sound 2.0 computer speakers. They deliver a crisp and lively desktop sound – on a par with Creative’s GigaWorks T20 Series II, in my opinion – and look great alongside an iMac or MacBook, and any of the peripherals from Logitech’s MX range. The motion sensing illuminated controls are responsive and discreet, and while hand gestures would have been a nice bonus, you can’t expect everything for $99.

The spherical design means they aren’t the most stable units around, so you might want to think twice if your desk space tends to be cluttered. If I had one gripe, it’s that the connecting cable between the two speakers could be a little longer, but otherwise these are a solid pair of speakers and would make a great addition to most desktop setups.

Pros

• Rich, detailed sound
• Discreet motion sensing controls
• Base ports add depth
• Well-rounded aesthetics

Cons

• Slightly unstable base
• No hand gesture recognition
• Connecting cable could be longer

How to Buy

The Logitech MX Sound 2.0 computer speakers can be ordered directly from the company’s website and from Amazon.

Note: Logitech supplied the MX Sound 2.0 to MacRumors for the purposes of this review. No other compensation was received. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon and may earn commissions on purchases made through links in this article.

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Spotify gives artists real-time stats in a separate iOS app

Today, Spotify launched another app called Spotify for Artists, one that is exclusively aimed at content creators and their teams. It’s currently available on iOS only, but the music streaming service promises that an Android version is coming soon. Note that you have to be verified as an artist with Spotify to use the app, but you can do that on its website.

Using Spotify for Artists, creators can manage their profile and update their bio, artist’s pick and playlists from anywhere. You can also access real-time stats for the first week after you release a new single, EP or full-length album. The app also allows you to learn more about your listeners. It provides generalized, aggregated information about the people listening to your music — age, gender breakdowns, where they’re located and other artists they listen to.

Spotify has been huge for new artist discovery. It makes sense that they’d want to cater to this group of people and provide them with an easy way to manage their accounts and check in on stats.

Source: Spotify

Samsung’s Gear Sport smartwatch hits stores this month for $300

Samsung’s latest wearables, the Gear Sport smartwatch and IconX 2018 earbuds, are hitting stores in the US on October 27th. The company announced that pre-orders for both products will begin tomorrow, with pricing set at $300 for the Gear Sport and $200 for the refined IconX. If you recall, Samsung introduced these at IFA 2017 in Berlin at the end of August, but we didn’t know specific pricing or availability details until now.

Featuring a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED round display, the Gear Sport promises to be a strong rival for Fitbit’s Ionic watch — thanks to a solid lineup of supported fitness apps. Meanwhile, the 2018 edition of the IconX earbuds are lighter and more comfortable than the previous model, and there’s a longer battery life to boot.

Those of you who are into the thought of wearing a Gear Sport or IconX can head to Samsung’s site to get one (or both).