Samsung Gear S2 Troubleshooting

The smartwatch does not show any signs of powering up.

Ensure the charger is plugged in and the charge light is on. If the light is not on with the charger plugged in and the watch on the charger, then the charger is broken. Consider buying a replacement charger.

If the smartwatch only powers on when connected to the charger regardless of charge time, then the battery is faulty. Replace the battery using this guide.

If the watch does not turn on when charging or after being left on the charger, the motherboard may need to be replaced using this guide.

The smartwatch’s battery lasts less than a day with minimum use after fully charging.

The battery may be faulty, consider replacing it using this guide.

The watch is unresponsive when powered on, or random characters appear on the screen when turned on.

If the watch is completely unresponsive, fixing the motherboard may resolve the issue. Replace the motherboard using this guide.

Watch does not switch between applications with bezel rotation.

The bezel may be dirty or faulty. Remove and replace the bezel using this guide.

The strap on the wristband appears to be broken, or the latch does not function properly.

If the buckle is missing the tongue, then replace it using this guide.

If the strap is broken or loose, then replace it using this guide.

Applications like the heart rate monitor and pedometer do not work at all or properly.

If the back cover on the watch is cracked or broken, replacing it may allow some of the applications to work again. Replace the cover using this guide.

Some or all of the applications will not open when selected, replacing the motherboard using this guide may resolve the issue.