{"id":19764,"date":"2018-04-10T16:52:45","date_gmt":"2018-04-10T20:52:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=19764"},"modified":"2019-06-18T22:42:57","modified_gmt":"2019-06-19T02:42:57","slug":"samsung-announces-gear-iconx-2018-software-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/samsung-newsroom-production.barbariangroup.com\/us\/samsung-gear-iconx-2018-software-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Announces Gear IconX (2018) Software Update"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Offering a cord-free<\/span>, ergonomic design, standalone music playback, automatic activity tracking and a built-in Running Coach, Samsung\u2019s Gear IconX (2018)<\/a> earbuds were made for users who are constantly on the move \u2013 and need a device that can keep up.<\/p>\n

Released on April 10, the fitness-focused earbuds\u2019 latest software update makes it even easier for users to maximize workouts \u2013 introducing new ways to customize the listening experience and streamlining how users fill the device with their favorite \u2018pump-up\u2019 tracks.<\/p>\n

For example, the Gear IconX\u2019s new Equalizer feature allows users to quickly and easily adjust their audio\u2019s frequency to optimal levels by choosing from five finely tuned presets: Bass Boost, Soft, Dynamic, Clear and Treble Boost.<\/p>\n

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Enhanced Equalizer and Ambient Sound feature on Samsung Gear IconX (2018)<\/p><\/div>\n

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The enhanced Ambient Sound function, meanwhile, enables users to specify exactly how much ambient sound they would like the earbuds to let in. This makes it easier for users to pay attention to sounds around them, which makes the function especially useful when running or cycling outdoors. When indoors, users may activate the earbuds\u2019 new Voice Focus function, which amplifies the voices of those in their surroundings.<\/p>\n

The Gear IconX\u2019s standalone music playback and 4GB of built-in storage allow users to get in the zone during workouts without being weighed down by their phone. The update\u2019s new Wireless Transfer feature enhances this functionality by streamlining how users manage their earbuds\u2019 music library \u2013 removing the need for cables and allowing users to wirelessly add multiple tracks at once.<\/p>\n

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Gear IconX users may download the update via the Samsung Gear app<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Enhanced Wireless Transfer feature on Samsung Gear IconX (2018)<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

(Source: Samsung Global Newsroom<\/a>)\u00a0<\/em><\/h5>\n

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