Customer Ratings & Reviews

I purchased the Oculus VR set after hearing good things from a friend and reviews online. I got it just in time for the Olympics and it was an interesting experience, but would have been more improved if things weren't so grainy. I wasn't able to read the shirts on the backs of the US men's basketball team, despite adjusting the focus wheel (and I didn't have a plastic protective backing on the lenses.) Perhaps I got a defective unit, or it was a user error, but so far it hasn't been a "must have" accessory for my new S7.

I bought this for my daughter's S6, and it worked great, so I thought I would try it with my S7, and it wouldn't work with the S7. It worked great with the S6 and my daughter loves it, tho. Not sure why it wouldn't work with my S7.

I think this is a fantastic introduction to a technology that is going to change the way we view media for many many folks in the years to come. The potential is limitless. First, I have a Note 5. Some people have overheating issues with the S6. As I am someone who reads forums, nobody is having this issue with the Note 5. I have used the device for up to 4 hours and not one issue of overheating. VR does drain the phone battery quite a bit so its a good idea to fully charge your phone before using this if you are going to be using it for a few hours. It does have a MicroUSB cord to connect to on the device itself, but that can limit your turning of your head...so for Netflix or more stationary type views that's fine. There are a large number of apps available in the Oculus Store showing off gaming, 360 videos, 3D in 360, music, educational, science, social, etc. Most applications are either free and all the way up to about $20. Most are less than $10 or free. The one negative is that the Oculus Store is currently an app on your phone or via watching on the Gear VR and the ratings don't allow for any commentary. Also, the store is sort of chaotically organized, so hopefully they will improve that over time. You are also unable to view the store on a PC (yet). I highly recommend viewing the store via the app and not using the Gear VR as there are many apps in the app that you won't see via the GearVR view. It's also organized a slightly better. Also, be aware that you don't get notified of updates that you need. You'll only see them if you occasionally browse you library within the store app. I recommend you download updates when you are NOT using your GearVR. Keep in mind that this is the first of a new technology. Resolution is low. Its kind of like looking through a screen door. HOWEVER, I will say that you quickly forget about that as you are so immersed in what you are viewing. Some of the apps and videos are fantastic immersive experiences. Some that come to mind and I highly recommend are Ocean Rift, MilkVR (has several fantastic videos), Marvel Avengers, Titans of Space, Dreadhalls, Gunjack, Esper 2, Herobound Spirit Champion, Anshar Wars 2, Lands End, Jurassic World, Cirque Du Soleil Kurios, Netflix, VRSE, Flickr VR. Set up was easy. I don't find the headset particularly as comfortable as others say, but it's not very uncomfortable. I put most of the weight on the top strap and that helps a lot. The phone makes it heavier. I suspect that upcoming devices that don't leverage a phone, but rather a PC or PS4 will be more comfortable (e.g. Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, PlaystationVR). Regardless, this is the first true consumer mobile experience without be tethered to something...other than the Google Cardboard and those equivalents and this is 10X better than that. I got the Moga Power Pro controller to play with certain games that require a controller. It works quite well via Bluetooth. Keep in mind that this controller has two connection options, an A and B. Make sure you use option B. It will disconnect if you put the controller aside for a bit and aren't using it. If that happens, just turn the controller off, and then back to B and it should connect fine. Always does for me. Everyone, except for my brother who refused to try it, has LOVED what they experienced. Everyone has commented on the potential. Just keep in mind when setting your expectations that this is similar to when cell phones first came out. Its a new technology. It will only get better with subsequent iterations. It will only get lighter. It will only get better resolution as prices for technology come down and newer technology comes out. However, you can't go wrong if you have one of the 4 phones that support this. Again, I recommend a Note 5 since it has a slightly better field of view than the S6 (at the expense of a negligible lower resolution (PPI)...though to me the FOV is more important for immersion), the Note 5 doesn't overhead, has more memory, and a larger battery.

My son got these free with his S7. He loves them. Although there are not a great number of apps available, the apps available are awesome. This product has a great potential for realtors, builders, tourist agents and anyone who wants to give a VR tour. I expect to use it more when the camera that records in VR comes out.

I like the ability to watch NetFlix anywhere and enjoy the viewing as if I am watching on the big screen.. It is a little hard to figure out some of the apps but with practice and patience the VR and apps are pretty cool and cutting edge

I accidentally hijacked an entire visit with my brother by getting this out at my parents' house. So far, I have only played with the 360 degree pictures, but he started playing with the games and couldn't put it down for almost an hour.

I loved it as soon as i took it out of the box!!!!

It's good.. It just takes you somewhere else. Only problem was that it makes my phone too hot and it takes time to cool off later on... It's good but I guess mine was still defected

VR is great, more apps would be nice. Way to go!!!

Real time in middle of scenery. Awesome experience

The new Samsung Gear VR is a functional, accessible, and affordable way to play with VR if you have a compatible Galaxy phone, and anyone with even a passing interest in VR should seriously consider giving it a shot. Must have...

Too real, very realistic. Virtual reality is cool.

I'm not a fan of the VR gear. I'm not much of a gamer & the overall feel of the device will take some getting use to. I took it out the box & played around with it for a few minutes but I don't see myself picking it back up anytime soon.

I bought it for my bf at the time and he loved it.

Easy to use. The VR environment is amazing. Looking at the waterfalls from 25 feet up and looking down the cascade to the bottom, spellbinding. If your a gamer you will need a swivel chair. Wish graphics a little more HD. Overall great.

This product succeeded my expectation! I love it !

Got in my phone package, way more than I expected.

One fantastic experience. ! Truly amazing reality.

Very cool item that came with my phone. Works well

I would not have purchased this, but it came free with my Galaxy S7 Edge. It is super cool, but the novelty wears off quickly. My kids love it, but I don't think it will replace their other methods of entertainment anytime soon.