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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 5856 reviews

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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 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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

    My daughter received this as part of a bundle packet, and she has had so much fun with as well as the rest of the family! The graphics are so realistic! Great fun for the whole family!

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

    Great movies and games

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

    I tried out the demo at the store in the Samsung section and bought this as a gift for my kids. The demo was great so we can't wait to try it on Christmas. I found a fair price at Best Buy.

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

    Great for watching VR based shows

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

    It's possible to get sick because what you're viewing seems real. The screen definition could be a little better but I guess as VR technology advances, we'll see more vivid VR images.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Don't care for these glasses

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

    The glasses weigh a lot. They have me a headache while wearing them. The unit requires TONS of programs to be installed on your mobile device which bogs down even an S7 edge. Not to mention the heat generated by the phone while operating the glasses. I returned ours.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good with exceptions

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

    This is a cool idea to get people to look into VR but you get what you pay for and it is cheaper for a reason if you use it for to long you might get a headache however if you get a oculus Rift or HTC Vive you will not have this problem. There is another thing to take into consideration that if you do not have a remote that connects to your phone it makes it hard to play some games and just jeneral use as well.

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

    Awesome Device

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

    At first I thought VR was gimmicky, but after using it, I have discovered it is a great device. Playing games, watching movies, and exploring different places come alive with this device.

    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 is the best for everyone for all ages. There are plenty of apps to choose from. We record each person for thier reactions it is very funny.

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

    Great Phone VR

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

    This device takes you to a new level of movies and gaming! Its amazing to play with and even better to watch a movie in it. My wife is complaining because Im spending too much time in it lol...

    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.

    Lots of fun but you can tell that a newer version will be out within a year or so. Seems a little too big for what it does...you can tell this is an early model of a really cool item to come.

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

    OK, but not great.

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

    The Samsung - Gear VR id s good product. If you wear glasses you will have to be fellable though, as you will constantly be adjusting them. You will also need to clean the lenses often.

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

    Good but not great

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

    Videos and pictures are a little fuzzy but the integrated apps and programs are what sets this apart from the other vr devices.

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

    Great starter for VR

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

    The visor fits a bit odd but not too bad. Once we figured out how to get the phone in and working, it was interesting and fun.

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

    Looks good feels good

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

    Great fun! There isn't a lot to it right now but I imagine this is going to be awesome soon.

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

    Not used very long but so far so good!

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

    I bought it for Christmas during a promotion. I had to upgrade my phone in able to use this device. My daughter is very happy.

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

    Goggles

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

    Looks awful but it works well. Like the 3d cities and games, need to use it more but I don't think this is the best thing out there

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

    WOW

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

    This was a bonus when I purchased my phone and I figured the retail price meant mediocre quality. these things work so well I believe they would have been a bargain at double the price.

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

    Fun! Fun! Fun!

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

    As a child in the 1960s, my favorite virtual realty toy was a red ViewMaster 3D viewer! Fast forward to the 2000s! I was able to go to Paris with the Samsung VR and see the Eiffel Tower!

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

    Did not perform as described.

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

    I never could get the product to perform the way it was supposed to. I even returned it in exchange for another one just like it. Once I installed my phone it never took me to the menu it was supposed to. I never used it since then. I would like to know why it didn't work. I even called customer support and they couldn't help either. All the reviews said it was a good product. I just don't understand. why it didn't work.

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

    Unbelievable, Amazing

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

    I wish I would have bought this a long time ago. The quality makes you feel like you are really there experiencing whatever journey you are on. Best picture quality I have ever experienced.

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

    Fun for a bit

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

    Its a a fun cradle for my phone for the first week, then just a pain to keep removing my phone from the otter box so dont use it

    I would recommend this to a friend