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<\/p>\nFinally, eSIM is here in Singapore and Samsung Gear S3 frontier (LTE) is the first wearable (Smart Watch) to enjoy this feature. eSIM is actually embedded SIM on your device. You will not need to take out or put in a SIM card on your device. Instead, you just need to download the eSIM profile onto it.<\/p>\n
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The Samsung Gear S3 frontier\u00a0(LTE) is available from 14th January 2017 at RRP S$598 at local telecommunication operators Singtel and Starhub.1<\/sup>\u00a0 Samsung also announces iOS compatibility across the latest devices in its Gear wearables range, which includes the Gear S3, Gear S2 and Gear Fit2. This is really great news as I know some of my friends who is on iOS wanted to try out the Gear S3.<\/p>\n Some information on the Gear S3 frontier (LTE), eSIM and iOS compatibility<\/p>\n Samsung\u00a0Gear S3 frontier (LTE)<\/strong><\/p>\n The new variant introduces LTE support on the smartwatch with its embedded SIM (eSIM), through new revolutionary technology from Gemalto. Gemalto\u2019s eSIM and On-Demand Connectivity solution are compliant with GSMA specifications which makes remote provisioning possible for the Gear S3 frontier. Telecommunication operators are now able to leverage on its eSIM to support customers\u2019 subscriptions remotely with convenience via a secure platform. Users can download their respective profiles with ease, thanks to the unprecedented flexibility of the smartwatch which connects to the cellular network, enabling them to stay connected wherever they go, such as making phone calls, receiving messages and accessing their apps, even without their mobile phones.<\/p>\n From\u00a014 January 2017 to 15 February 2017<\/span>,\u00a0Samsung\u00a0will be holding a launch promotion for the Gear S3 frontier (LTE). Customers who purchase a Galaxy S7 or S7 edge during the launch promotion period will be able to enjoy $50 off their purchase of the Gear S3 frontier (LTE) and be entitled to receive a complimentary2<\/sup>\u00a0strap worth $68.<\/p>\n iOS Compatibility for\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear Devices<\/strong><\/p>\n Users can now download the\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear S app for the Gear S2 and Gear S3, or the\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear Fit app for the Gear Fit2 on compatible iOS devices3<\/sup>\u00a0from the Apple App Store, and complete the pairing with their respective compatible\u00a0Samsung\u00a0wearable devices. With the new compatibility, iOS users will now be able to enjoy the various features and functions4<\/sup>\u00a0across the Gear family of devices, such as tracking their fitness by monitoring distance and route travelled, running pace, calories burned and heart rate.<\/p>\n [ad#img]<\/p>\n And here is the news from Singtel on their eSIM plan.<\/p>\n Media Alert<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Singtel today announced the availability of the\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear S3 frontier (LTE) on its 4G LTE network. Embedded with an eSIM, the next generation smart watch boasts standalone 4G LTE connectivity which enables customers to make calls, send texts and surf the internet, independently of a smartphone. Customers on Singtel\u2019s network will enjoy a bonus \u2013 Singtel is the only operator outside of US and South Korea to offer 4G ClearVoice or VoLTE on the wearable to support crystal-clear voice calls.<\/p>\n Gear S3 frontier (LTE) is available at all Singtel Shops for S$598 and will come with a complimentary strap worth S$681<\/sup>. To enable connectivity on their wearable, existing Singtel mobile postpaid customers can sign up for a Mobileshare plan at a promotional launch price of S$5.35 monthly. New customers can get connected with Singtel\u2019s SIM Only starter pack which includes 5GB of data (3GB local mobile data and 2GB Singtel Premium WiFi) for just S$20. Once their wearable\u2019s eSIM is activated with a QR code, they can enjoy Singapore\u2019s fastest LTE mobile data speeds and 4G ClearVoice calls on Singtel\u2019s network.<\/p>\n1\u00a0<\/sup>Terms and conditions of Singtel \/ Starhub apply. Please check Singtel \/ Starhub website for details on tariff plans for the Gear S3 frontier (LTE).<\/h6>\n
2\u00a0<\/sup>Free gifts are while stocks last and are not exchangeable for cash or other items. Please check stores for availability and other details.<\/h6>\n
3\u00a0<\/sup>Compatible iOS devices: iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPhone 6, iPhone 6+, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S+, iPhone 7, iPhone 7+ and iPhone SE (iOS 9.0 and above).<\/h6>\n
4<\/sup>\u00a0Availability of features and functions of\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear devices may vary depending on the iOS device. Certain features and functions available on\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear devices may be limited for certain iOS devices and their applications.<\/h6>\n
Singtel harnesses eSIM technology to bring connectivity to\u00a0Samsung\u00a0Gear S3 frontier (LTE)<\/strong><\/h2>\n