The Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch has endured such a poor response from consumers that one UK retailer is now giving the accessory away free, for a limited time.
Phones 4U is offering a free Galaxy Gear with all new Samsung Galaxy Note 3 contracts, making a mockery of Samsung's recommended price for the watch, which has been on sale less than two months.
The deal lasts until November 14 in store and online from Phones 4U, so it'll be interesting to see whether the Galaxy Gear holds enough appeal to approve sign ups at the retailer.
So far the smartwatch, hasn't fared any better in the US than in the UK, with reports claiming a third have been returned to Best Buy stores.
Lacking 'something special'
The device, which has 1.6-inch Super AMOLED 320 x 320 and a 1.9-megapixel camera, allows users to make and receive phone calls as well as read and reply to SMS message courted little favour in TechRadar's review, earning just 2 stars out of a possible 5.
Samsung itself has admitted the first iteration of the Galaxy Gear lacks 'something special,' but says there are big plans to improve the device.
"We've acknowledged that our Gear lacks something special," an unnamed Samsung spokesperson told The Korea Times in September. "With more investment for user interface and user experience, Samsung devices will be better in terms of customer satisfaction."
Will you be picking up a free Galaxy Gear in the next week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
Source : http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-gear-now-free-with-galaxy-note-3-contract-at-uk-retailer-1198108
