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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 5856 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the Gear VR's virtual reality features, ease of use, and immersive experiences. Many also appreciate its reasonable price and compatibility with select Samsung phones, finding it fun and entertaining. However, some users point out that the device drains phone battery life and can cause the phone to become quite warm. Concerns were also raised regarding the resolution and the amount of available content.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    VR Gear

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This good for a fun time but it give me a headache. There needs to be more free game to play. I had given this to my niece because ever time I use it, it be just for a few minutes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    this is so much fun

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The VR is so much fun to play with. There are so many things you can do with it through Occulus, watch movies, play games, tour different places. Its really incredible. The only draw back is it eats a lot of space on your phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lots of fun

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife got this for me for Christmas. Not something I would ever have purchased myself, but I have been really impressed. Sure I feel dumb wearing them in public, but when I travel and stay in a hotel, it's SOOOOOOOOOO much better than watching a movie on TV. It is incredible how large the picture projects.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Heat

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    A new experience

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's pretty graphic, something new and fun in many ways. I shared with my friends and family and they were impressed. The only this about this is that it is limited do to over heating.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing was a lot more fun than i thought it was going to be. Crazy how immersive some of the content gets. Makes me excited for the future of VR technology. I don't think its just a gimmick, it's definitely going somewhere fantastic. Get it on sale if you can though, i feel like its worth closer to $50.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good start, but more needs to come

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The applications so far are incredible, but there's not quite enough out there for the device. It works well for me or my wife, but it drains the battery of the phone when attached.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun group experience

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The games are fun and immersive. It is reasonably easy to setup, if you are patient and have good Internet speeds.You have the most fun watching other people freak out on the scary VR games than actually playing yourself.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Need certain phones to use this.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wasn't told at time of purchase that certain phones were required to use this device. After purchase was when this was discovered. During this time we purchased a new home and was moving. After the move, tried to return the item because I didn't want to purchase a new phone. The only way the store would accept this return was to give me a gift card. I didn't want a gift card that I would most likely not use. Not happy with this policy at all. Also have made posts to FB in regards to your policy. I will not EVER enter your store again or make another purchase from you online. This is NOT how you treat a customer and expect more business from them.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great experiences

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Netflix in VR is addictive. Lots of wow factor when going through menus or games or videos. Biggest drawback is the inability to use bluetooth headphones while in VR, so you'll need regular headphones or earbuds to plus in.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Vr is very cool

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    VR is lots of fun when you first get it. But then the novelty wears off. The controls on the side are very sensitive and hard to use at first. Content to VR is good and will only get better. Games with a real controller are awesome

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    VR Headset

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I tried this little set up as my first VR experience. After trying the Oculus Rift this is primitive! Don't waste time money on this - go BIG and get the Oculus Rift instead!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This Thing Is AMAZING!!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this Virtual Reality Head Set! They have an abundance of games and simulations that you can download on your phone that will make you feel like your actually there! The name says it all... Virtual REALITY!! All that I can complain about here it that it can be uncomfortable at times. But overall it's great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not bad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We did little research before this purchase. It can only be used by a particular phone so isn't used much as it's not home much. The graphics are good if using a good app.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    very good vr

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wish there were more games, movie options. I also wish I could watch movies while laying on my back and not looking straight ahead.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good toy and fun to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a shame the graphics are so weak. I use it with my S7 but the graphics are like watching a Wii game for resolution. The lack of vr games and content make unit great to play with for 2 weeks but a shelf toy after that

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Really cool!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought two for my kids and they love them and so do I. The only complaint is that there are not many games that the kids like right now. I know they are adding more all the time so I think this issue will resolve itself.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Bought as a gift

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves it. All of our family and friends that used it were amazed at the content available to view. Videos and photos are amazing. I suspect this tech will be the norm and keep getting better in the next few years.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Weird

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's a weird platform because it is actually oculus that is used, versus Samsung. Figuring out what is worth it is strange, I didn't realize when I got it that it is not it's own screen, you use your phone as the screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love 3D & VR

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it, bought it twice actually. This is the portable version of VR. Yeah it's not nearly as good as the big boys, but it's not supposed to be... Like a gameboy was to a nintendo system, this is simplified, yet still fun.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Heat

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice look at the future of gaming

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The SamsungS6 overheated in less than a half hour of play even with protective cover off. Nice look at the future of gaming thou.

    I would recommend this to a friend