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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 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

    Totally Fun!!

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    Purchased as a gift for my daughter and what a hit! Amusing, entertaining and hard to put down. Opens your mind in so many ways!

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

    Good for a starter kit

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    My unit did not come with lens protectors so its hard to keep the lens clean.

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

    fun

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    This has a clear picture and you can really get some reactions out of people.

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

    Fun

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    It is very nice. Do need a Bluetooth controller it makes it easier to use

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

    Cool device

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    Got this free with my device purchase. It's cool. I don't see me using it a lot.

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

    Great entry level VR googles

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    IMHO these are the best bang for your buck out there if you have a Samsung

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

    Fun

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    The headset is fun to use, but you can't attach the phone if it has a case on it

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

    Extraordinary view

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    I would truly recommend this product to kids and adults. It has exceptional picture and is perfect for when you want to relax.

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

    Very cool

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    This thing is amazing i love it and kids love it. This makes everything look so real and makes you feel right next to everything

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

    Vr

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    Its something i never would have bought had it not been free with the phone.its not bad

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

    Lots of fun

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    This is a great addition to my phone, we have loads of fun playing with the interactive features and it's truly great fun to have

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

    This is awesome!!

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    The apps and movies that came with my Gear VR really showcase the clarity and exceptional quality of this fine Samsung product.

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

    Fun

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    Not a gamer so I don't have too much use for this yet, but hopefully with movies.

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

    Dinosaurs in the living room!

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    This VR device is as great as advertised. Family loves taking turns entering multiple virtual worlds. Great job as always Samsung.

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

    VR is the Future

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    Definitely a must get. Shows, movies and video games will never be the same.

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

    Free

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

    This was a free item that came with my new phone. Not sure why I would use this

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

    We have so much fun.

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    I got this free when i upgrade my cell phone. We have so much fun with it. l

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

    It's awesome.

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    Love this. We use it all the time. Even with the little kids. Only down fall is I have to take my phone case off to use it.

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

    It's pretty good

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    Does what it says it does, needs more apps and able to categorize them by price.

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

    Awesome

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    You can see videos and pictures from around the world like you were there taking it. Fantastic. Even my I-phone friends were jealous

    I would recommend this to a friend