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Gear S2 isn't strictly for Samsungs. Photo: Samsung

Gear S2 isn’t strictly for Samsungs. Photo: Samsung

Samsung unveiled its new Gear S2 and Gear S2 classic smartwatches earlier this week, and for the first time, they’re not just for use with Samsung’s own Galaxy devices. Here’s the full list of Androids they’re compatible with.

LG's new Nexus 5 will go on sale this month. Photo: Marques Brownlee

LG’s new Nexus 5 will go on sale this month. Photo: Marques Brownlee

Google is expected to announced its new Nexus devices on September 29, and according to a source familiar with its plans, both the LG-made “Nexus 5X” and a second handset from Huawei will go on sale the same day, with prices starting at $399.

Google Street View goes solo. Photo: Google

Google Street View goes solo. Photo: Google

Google Street View is no longer hidden away inside Google Maps; it now has its very own app on Android and iOS, which offers immersive 360-degree imagery, and allows you to contribute your own.

Qualcomm's next-generation Snapdragon 810 will have an all-new GPU. Photo: Qualcomm

The Snapdragon 820 has brand new CPU cores, and a new GPU. Photo: Qualcomm

Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon chip is here with brand new Kryo cores that are faster than ever before, and even more efficient. The Snapdragon 820 also boasts Qualcomm’s new Adreno 530 GPU, which delivers 40 percent faster graphics than last year’s Adreno 430.

Skype's new look on Android. Photo: Skype

Skype’s new look on Android. Photo: Skype

Skype is today rolling out major updates to its Android and iOS apps that bring a brand new look and a bunch of new features. Users on Android can look forward to enhanced search and improved messaging, while those with an iPad can expect to see all the features they’re used to on iPhone.

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