Name: Insignia™ - Virtual Reality Viewer - Gray
Brand: Insignia™
SKU: 5902031
Rating: 4.1 (694 reviews)

Key Specs
- Display Type: Not Applicable
- Field of View: 0 degrees
- Sensors: None (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
General
- Brand: Insignia™
- Model Number: NS-MVRTRVL
- Product Name: Virtual Reality Viewer
- Color: Gray
Display
- Display Type: Not Applicable
- Field of View: 0 degrees
Features
- Controller(s): false
- Interactive Buttons: false (Interact with virtual buttons to control or interact with various elements of virtual reality gameplay. // Use buttons on the device to control or interact with various elements of virtual reality gameplay.)
- Sensors: None (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
- Product Use: Virtual Reality (VR)
Other
- UPC: 600603214714

Immerse yourself in 3D worlds with this Insignia virtual reality headset. It works with any touch screen smartphone between 4.7 and 6 inches, and it has foam cushions on the nose and forehead areas for comfort during extended use. This Insignia virtual reality headset works with any Google Cardboard-certified app for hours of fun.

Supports smartphones with screen sizes of 4.7" to 6": Most smartphone models are supported thanks to the universal tray.
Travel design: For stylish appearance.
Ready to use: Pre-assembled device is ready to work right out of the box.
Foam cushions on the forehead and nose area: For increased comfort.
Google™ Cardboard certified: Design and lenses of viewer have been certified by Google Cardboard* for a premium viewing experience.
Compatible apps: Compatible with thousands of VR apps available for both iOS and Android platforms.
Supports smartphones with screen sizes of 4.7" to 6": Most smartphone models are supported thanks to the universal tray.
Travel design: For stylish appearance.
Ready to use: Pre-assembled device is ready to work right out of the box.
Foam cushions on the forehead and nose area: For increased comfort.
Google™ Cardboard certified: Design and lenses of viewer have been certified by Google Cardboard* for a premium viewing experience.
Compatible apps: Compatible with thousands of VR apps available for both iOS and Android platforms.

Whats Included

Insignia™ Virtual reality headset
Quick start guide
Insignia™ Virtual reality headset
Quick start guide

Q: This is a joke, right?

A: My daughter pestered me to buy this device. I couldn't believe that a kid could get any enjoyment out of such a simple contraption, but it was under twenty dollars so I broke down and made the purchase. Nearly a month later she and her friends still find it entertaining.

Q: I'm new to these VR goggles, while getting familiar with them I stumbled upon these!!! With a giggle as I continued to read I noticed that these cardboard goggles have a 4.6 rating best rating of the 7 I viewed! How's that? They're cardboard! SMH

A: They're very comfortable, lightweight, and a somewhat dense cardboard- IKEA furniture is basically the same thing. I wouldn't get it wet, of course, but honestly for $10, they compare very well to other systems. I would say you want a phone above 4.5 inches, however- the smaller phones didn't fit as well. I've worked for EA Games and have been a software developer nearly a decade, and I found them surprisingly nice.

Q: How do you strap this device to your head? Does it come with a strap?

A: IMHO the Headstrap that comes with it is the weakest part of the design. It is nothing more than a rubber band, and is pretty uncomfortable. I modded mine using an elastic headband removed from a defunct LED headlamp. That only creates one problem which is how to prevent your phone from sliding out the sides. I solved that with a couple of strips of Velcro.

Q: Does this have the interactive click button like the real google cardboard headset?

A: Yes, it has a mechanism for that - basically a little "button" being held up by spongey material or something. It's cheap but so is the headset.

Q: Does this work with iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus?

A: Yes it wold probably work with any phone that will fit into the the cardboard. Please be sure to check to see if the measurement correspond to your phone.

Q: Why is this even a product?

A: Especially with the price drop, it's a good way to see if VR is something for you before investing in an expensive rig. Otherwise, novelty entertainment at best.

Q: will this work with my boost mobile LG Tribute HD phone.

A: Yes, this will work.

Q: Does the cardboard device work for the "plus" size iPhone 6?

A: Yes, I have the iPhone 7 Plus and it fits my phone perfectly.

Customers are saying

Customers express satisfaction with the Virtual Reality Viewer 2-Pack for its affordability, compatibility with various phone sizes, and overall functionality. Many customers find it to be a great value for the price, with some even calling it a "steal." The cardboard material used in its construction is also praised for its effectiveness despite its simplicity. However, some customers have concerns about its comfort, particularly the lack of a head strap and potential discomfort on the nose during use.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing ...... for price :)
These do a great job for basic VR through cardboard. Cheap enough so if a kid breaks it you are not out $200. Very basic design easy to use out of box, fit all my family's phones (S7, IPhone 6s, 5c). Has a velcro strip to keep your phone in place but I don't trust it lol and there is no strap so you HAVE to hold it against yourself, but AGAIN it's a $5 party favor VR. If u want basic entry level you can't get a better deal - I bought 7 of them to hand out and keep and the home, been 2 months and none have broke :)
This review is from Insignia™ - Virtual Reality Viewer - Brown
Posted 8 years ago by WaldnerE
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Starter VR set
I purchased this VR set because of the price. Didn't want to drop more money until I tried it out. I'm very please with the product for the price I paid. It works with all varieties of phones. Even used my iphone 7 plus, although it's a little bit of an awkward fit, you can make it work. Works with lots of third party apps. Wish it worked with Oculus. Don't like that you have to hold it up to your eyes the whole time but can't complain for $10. Makes me want to upgrade to a higher end VR set. If only they would come out with a really good one for Apple...
This review is from Insignia™ - Virtual Reality Viewer - Brown
Posted 8 years ago by celloSteel
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Dipping a toe into VR
I considered these when they were $9.99 just for the gimmick. They're cardboard, it's handheld with no way to strap to head, there's no way to control the media without removing the phone/device from the enclosure and the media offered is limited. However, I jumped on the deal when it was only $1! All that said, I think this is the perfect way to get an idea of a VR experience. This will not be an item you'll use much. Either you're blown away and you'll devote to a high end VR rig or you'll enjoy for a day or so and it'll sit on your shelf not to be used again. For the price, it could scratch an itch or decide for you if VR is your thing without utter buyer's remorse. YouTube has media to use with this and there are several apps one can download to try out VR. Not reflective of this product but most apps make you pay for HD media which is needed to really experience this platform of entertainment. Just FYI.
This review is from Insignia™ - Virtual Reality Viewer - Brown
Posted 7 years ago by Jasonmwa