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Mobile Networks
The Gear S can connect to mobile networks, to
allow remote connection to a smartphone, and for
Gear Only connection mode.
You can also configure other mobile network
settings to control whether, and how, the Gear S
accesses mobile data service.
Using Mobile Networks
You can configure how Gear S accesses mobile
networks, and whether it can access mobile data
or service while roaming.
1. On the
Apps screen
, tap
Settings
>
Connections
>
Mobile networks
2. Tap
Use mobile networks
to choose an
option:
•
Auto on/off
: When enabled, the Gear S
will automatically turn access to the mobile
network on or off, depending on whether
the Gear S is connected to the smartphone
via Bluetooth. Access to the mobile network
will turn off automatically when the Gear
S is connected to the smartphone via
Bluetooth, and turn on when the Bluetooth is
disconnected. There is a delay between the
end of the Bluetooth connection and the start
of mobile network connection.
•
Always on
: When enabled, the Gear S is
always connected to the mobile network,
when it is available.
•
Always off
: When enabled, the Gear S
never accesses the mobile network. Note
that if the Gear S can’t access the mobile
network, you cannot use the remote
connection or Gear Only modes.
