Our Gear 2 may not be spy-issue, as it still exhibits identifiable markings: Model No. SM-R380.

The backside bears a row of contacts for the cradle charger, as well as a teeny tiny sensor. More on that later in the show.

Before we even begin searching for a way into this quintessential smartwatch, a quartet of quaint Torx screws catches our quizzical eye.

Screws are good news. Glue makes us blue. Could this device be a repair enthusiast's Xanadu?