Obviously since this is a basic workaround some features aren't available. Once it's done installing, open the Gear Fit Manager app and sync your device with the Gear Fit. Then just simply click on the app file and wait for it to install. To do this, head to your phone's settings menu and click on the Security option. The app can also be found on the Web, however downloading apps from third-party marketplaces and online forums can make your device more vulnerable to malware.īefore you can actually install the Gear Fit Manager, you must first enable the 'Unknown sources' option on your device. I usually then save the Android package (APK) file to my Google Drive or Dropbox account for easy access. Open the ES File Explorer app on your Samsung device, click on App Manager under the Tools menu, long press on the Gear Manager app, and hit backup. This can be done by downloading a file manager from the Google Play store, such as the free ES File Explorer app. The easiest and safest way to get the app is to copy it from an existing Samsung device. You must then download and install Samsung's Gear Fit Manager app on the Android device you would like to use the Gear Fit with. The device must be synced with a supported Samsung smartphone or tablet in order to receive the update. The Gear Fit requires a firmware update before it can be paired using this method. I tested the method on a variety of devices and it appears it should work with any smartphone or tablet running Android 4.2.2 or higher. The Gear Fit (unofficially) supports most recent smartphones, such as the HTC One M8, Nexus 5, Moto X, and HTC One. While we haven't been able to figure out a way to use the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo with non-Samsung devices, there is a workaround that allows you to use most of the features on the Gear Fit with other Android devices. The one major flaw is that these devices are only compatible with a select number of Samsung smartphones and tablets. All three devices can track your steps, display notifications from your smartphone, and even measure your heart rate. The company offers three wearable devices: the Gear Fit, the Gear 2, and the Gear 2 Neo.

Samsung is one of the most ambitious companies in the rapidly expanding wearable market.

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