Basics

Installing apps

When the Gear and the mobile device are connected, you can download and install apps on the Gear via the mobile device.

On the All apps screen, swipe upwards and tap Get more applications.

You can only uninstall the downloaded apps on the Gear via the mobile device. Refer to Uninstall applications in the Samsung Gear app for more information.

Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

To view more indicator icons, double-tap the screen with two fingers while using an app.

The indicator icons shown may vary depending on the region.

Icon Meaning

Bluetooth connected

Bluetooth disconnected

No signal

Signal strength

Bluetooth headset connected

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

Wi-Fi connected

No SIM card

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

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