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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 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome 1st GEN VR System

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

    I bought this for my 13 year old daughter and she loves it. It is very entertaining. Keep in mind that most of the good apps need to be purchased, however very reasonable cost.

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

    S7 edge

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

    Great phone, small learning curve from iPhone. But once you get the feeling the customization is amazing. The edge is more than a gimick, it's useful if you are in meetings often.

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

    Awesome New Accessory

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

    This is a must for a S7 user. Really unlocks the potential of the phone. Just viewing videos on this is amazing. Games and material exclusively for the S7 VR is out of this world.

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

    Amazing picture

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

    With my Galaxy 7 the shows are beautiful. If I had one complain it would be having to remove my case. The controls on the gear work great. Best thing next to being there.

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

    A grown up's View Master

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

    Pretty neat gaget, the only thing that would make it better is if i didnt have tontake my phone out of it's case to fit

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

    Not for anyone with vertigo

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

    I got this as a promotion with my new cell phone. I thought my son and my spouse would enjoy it but they haven't even tried it. I did once just for fun and I don't recommend it to anyone who suffers with vertigo; kinda obvious though. I'm sure for what it is it's great but it doesn't serve much of a purpose for us.

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

    Cool

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

    Cool item to use with the Samsung phone. Although I wish it were universally compatible with other phones as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good Intro into VR

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

    This is not an Oculus, Vive or even PSVR, but it's a great cheap way to try out VR.

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

    A great VR experience for the price

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

    Great for some games and watching Netflix. Need to be able to watch Google Play movies similar to Netflix experience.

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

    Neat

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

    This was an extra when I bought a cell phone, it is a great item. Very realistic. Can help with dealing with heights!

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

    fun toy

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    Great entertainment. Not many apps but improving. 7 year old daughter loves it.

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

    first time VR user

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

    I like the samsung gear vr. I am still learning it. Some things i still have yet to figure. But all in all its good.

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

    Does what it says

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

    When purchasing this for my S7 edge, I was ready to purchase the new model. Luckily, the experts at BB informed me that the newer model is primarily just upgraded to accept the Note 7 (they might need to find new marketing now). Purchased this model instead. Worked great adapting to my phone. Only complain was it was difficult sometimes connecting headphones when the phone is installed.

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

    it good

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    its just ok nothing fancy just use it to entertain guest they seems to love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Immersion

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    fun to look thru

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    it was fun to look thru and you felt like you were there where ever you looked

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

    Fun for the family

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

    As a family we take turns playing games. Super entertaining! Also they have a "discovery vr" where you can learn new things and feel like you're right in the middle of it.

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

    Satisfied with purchase

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

    I'm satisfied with purchase , Best Buy always has what I need in stock, the salesman helped immediately, and I was able to purchase the gift for Christmas for my daughter.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not good

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

    Too quick overheating and drain the battery easy .

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

    Can't put this down

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

    We received this item free with a phone purchase. Figured we might mess with them some, but whatever. Several hours later we're fighting over who gets them next! Pretty awesome.

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

    So cool

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

    I tried the cheap VR goggles first and was very disappointed. This is Night & Day from those... very immersive.. and the 3D apps are amazing! I get lost in there

    I would recommend this to a friend
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