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Samsung latest product is a smartwatch that can make calls on its own

The company also announced a Bluetooth necklace which vibrates when you receive calls and notifications (if that’s the kind of product you’re looking for).

SAMSUNG HAS REVEALED the latest addition to its smartwatch range, one that can take and receive calls without needing a smartphone.

Traditionally, all smartwatches need to be connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth so it could receive notifications, make calls and complete other actions, but the Gear S has 3G connectivity, allowing it to function as a standalone device.

The 2-inch curved display offers WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, navigation features and built-in GPS. The device uses Tizen, Smasung’s own mobile platform designed to reduce the company’s dependence on Android.

The device can sync up with a user’s smartphone when paired, or forward calls from their smartphone to their watch.

The company also announced a Bluetooth necklace called the Gear Circle. When paired with a smartphone, users will be able to receive calls, listen to music and make voice commands through it.

It also has a vibrate function in case you want to be alerted to notifications and incoming calls, and a magnetic lock which clasps around the user’s neck when not in use.

Samsung_Circle_Black _5 The Samsung Gear Circle. Samsung Samsung

Samsung said both devices would begin selling in October, although it didn’t specify which countries or carriers would be selling it.

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