Samsung unveils Galaxy Note III, Galaxy Gear smartwatch Pictures JK Shin, head of Samsung Mobile Communications, presents the Samsung Galaxy Gear in Berlin, Germany, Sept. Samsung has unveiled a highly anticipated digital wristwatch well ahead of a similar product expected from rival Apple. The so-called smartwatch is what some technology analysts believe could become this year's must-have holiday gift. Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Gear on Wednesday in Berlin ahead of the annual IFA consumer electronics show. Read more: Samsung unveils Galaxy Note III, Note tablet, Galaxy Gear smartwatch Credit: Gero Breloer/AP