The latest Google phone has not been developed by Samsung. In fact, since the launch of the Nexus S, both the Nexus 4 (2012) and the recently introduced Nexus 5 (2013) have been manufactured by the South Korean company LG. This means that, logically, any accessory developed by Samsung will be totally incompatible with any of these devices. This includes the Samsung Galaxy Gear, the famous smartwatch that the firm unveiled in September, alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. SamsungIt has already indicated on multiple occasions that, in the future, the new versions of this watch could be compatible with other smartphones , despite the fact that they are not part of the Samsung catalog. The fact is that in the last hours, we have learned that the famous smartwatch could work together with the Nexus 5. It is, it must be said, an unofficial solution that users can apply freely and always under their own responsibility…
The solution comes from the hand of a member of the XDA Developers forum, specialized in ROMS and unofficial firmware packages. This professional has developed a method that will allow users to synchronize the operation of the Samsung Galaxy Gear with that of the Nexus 5. Those who want to take advantage of this solution will have to download and install the Gear Manager application and some APK files (you can get them through the same forum) that will allow users to enjoy all the operational functions in this accessory. It should be ruled out, yes, some of Samsung's own tools suchS Voice or Time. For the rest, it seems that with the application of this solution there should be no difference between the synchronization obtained through smartphones of the Galaxy family, read Samsung Galaxy Note 3 or Samsung Galaxy S4, among others.
The method described in the XDA Developers forum is valid for Nexus 5 users, but also for owners of devices signed by Samsung that have been purchased prior to the presentation of the Samsung Galaxy Gear. However, as it is an unofficial solution, we would only recommend that it be carried out exclusively by expert users. Otherwise, any failure could generate fatal errors in the terminal and you would lose the warranty offered by the brand itself.
On the other hand, you should know that the latest update to Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) for Samsung devices brings with it everything necessary for the device to work in sync with the Samsung Galaxy Gear. This means, for example, that if you have a Samsung Galaxy S3 or a Samsung Galaxy Note 2, it is best to wait for the update to arrive to enjoy the operation of this smartwatch officially and with a superior guarantee of stability.
