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Customer reviews

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 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

    ok not that useful

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

    it needs a remote to play games but the videos are cool. it can amuse you for a couple hours

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

    Great entry level VR specs

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

    I got these as part of a Samsung promotion. They are pretty decent for entry level VR specs.

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

    Love the product.

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

    Bought it for my little girl and she and I both enjoy it. Her friends have also enjoyed it. It is clear and exactly what we thought it would be.

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

    Met expectations

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

    With every new device that comes out its just gonna get better the graphics needed to be better .

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

    Good

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

    This thing is awesome. I have a lot of fun with it. The only thing is it is not that comfortable.

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

    Love the new technology

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

    Best Buy is my go-to store for all my electronic needs. The customer service is exceptional.

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

    Its great

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

    It is an awsome 3d vr head gear u can turn all the way aound and see the whole roomand everything looks real and net flix is like watching big screen

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

    Awesome

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

    Received the Samsung Gear VR for free with my phone purchase. Very cool virtual reality gadget!

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Only a novelty

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

    Great for a first time VR experience, but not practical at all.

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

    Cool Item

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

    Offered this item as part of my phone purchase. Interesting concept and fun to play around with.

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

    Cool experience

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

    The directions were a little on the light side and actually had to go back to Best Buy to get some help. But once I figured it out, it is awesome

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

    Great 1st Attempt

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

    Device is groundbreaking and fun. Needs work on the technicalities such as blur and being "HD".

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Amazing technology

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

    The head set is amazing, did not have a large number of games.

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

    VR headset

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

    Once figuring out how to place the straps, the headset is comfortable. It is not vented so using it while hot will cause sweat to gather on the lenses.

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

    Cheaper to get the white Gear VR

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

    I bought the white Samsung Gear VR because it was cheaper to get it than the one in black. They're both identically the same except for the color.

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

    Enjoyable experience..

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

    Good selection of software already available, Accurate performance, No wires to worry about. Over all it is a good experience and it is just a start.

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

    Insane!

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

    The 360 viewing is absolutely awesome. If you're not careful you'll forget where you are. Make sure to use this in a safe and secure open space.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Phone temperature

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Cool & fun.

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

    Very comfortable. Fun to use. But it over heats your phone.

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

    Little Blurry But Amazing!

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

    A piece of the future! Allows you to see 3d, but a little blurry and grainy. Still amazing!!

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

    Great Samsung Gear VR

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

    I love my new Samsung Gear VR, I wish there were more better games for it. But I really enjoy owning a Gear VR. Plus Bestbuy has great prices.

    I would recommend this to a friend