Getting Started

The Gear can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.

If the Gear receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, disconnect the Gear from the wireless charging dock.

While charging, the Gear may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the Gear’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.

If the Gear is not charging properly, take the Gear to a Samsung Service Centre.

Avoid using a bent or damaged USB cable. If the USB cable is damaged, stop using it.

Power saving mode

Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.

Displays colours on the screen as grey tones.

Deactivates features, excluding phone, messages, and notifications.

Deactivates the Wi-Fi feature.

Limits the performance of the Gear’s CPU.

On the Gear’s Apps screen, tap (Settings) →Battery management Power saving . Or, tap on the quick control panel to activate power saving mode. For more information about how to open the quick control panel, refer to Quick control panel.

To deactivate this mode, tap OFF . Or, tap on the quick control panel to deactivate power saving mode.

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