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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 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

    these are the bomb

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

    I just can't believe how wonderf this product is the best I've ever seen the gear vr is a must buy and see don't waste time go get them fast you won't believe what you see

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very Unique Experience

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

    At first I thought this device was going to be so cool, and it was for awhile. The amount of time using the VR Gear should be limited, you can actually get a sick feeling in your stomach with some programs. On the positive side, the VR experience is mind-blowing, just use common sense on vieing time.

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

    Mind bending experience.

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

    The Samsung VR is really cool. It's very dramatic. I think it kind of is where video games should go. It totally immerses you in the virtual world. and is really enveloping. But the only downside is that you are completely isolated from everything and everyone. cuz you are the only one who can see it. and you are completely shut off from the real world. But it's one heck if an experience, that's for sure.

    I would 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.

    The device itself is really cool, however I get headaches easily so I cannot it use it for long periods of time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Entertainment For The Price

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

    This is my first experience with virtual reality and it is amazing! You know everything is unreal but I have to admit that I have let out screams, have jumped and my heart has raced! Very easy to set up, download experiences and you are ready to go. Awesome entertainment for the price. There are many free downloads and more that cost $ which are worth the extra bucks. Really enjoying this product!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice intro to VR

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

    While definitely not the same experience as a full VR headset like the vive or oculus rift, this headset does let you experience some rudimentary VR. The phone does get too hot after extended use and it seems as though the selection of apps is still pretty small, but I'm sure that will change eventually.

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

    Best Toy Ever

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

    This thing is so cool! I love it. I only wish I could have a background for my downloaded movies. Probably can but haven't figured it out yet. Still, I love this thing!

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

    It works!

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

    It works as stated but the only disappointment is cell phones get hot. Had to buy a fan for phone.

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

    Awesome goggles

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

    The goggles are awesome especially watching netflix. There are times when i want to watch a movie but dont want to wake up my bf. He cant even tell im watching anythjng.

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

    Easy to use

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

    This is a great way to travel the world and not leave your home. A few of the shows have some blurriness, but they appear to be older, the newer ones are much clearer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lots of fun

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

    This little Gadget has been so much fun for everyone in my family. I couldn't get it focused exactly perfectly and neither could anyone else in my family but the clarity is clear enough to have a lot of fun with it. It is honestly extremely realistic and makes it worth having the Samsung Galaxy phone.

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

    Gear vr

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

    Fun to use. The only thing we don’t like doing is taking our phone case off every time to use it.

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

    Really fun for all ages

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

    Fun, exciting, silly, easy to use, Definitely has that "wow factor" a piece of fun that the family will enjoy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great VR if your phone can handle it

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

    The product itself, the VR is great. Fun to use and a good introduction to VR at a cheap price. Only thing is make sure that your phone can handle it, I have a S7 and I run into overheating issues. This may be due to the phone but it may also just be due to the strain the VR puts on your phone.

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

    This is the future

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

    Virtual reality is so amazing how far in smartphone tech we've got to. Been running really smooth never stuttered. Headphone and a gaming remote is highly recommended.

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

    Grandkids love this.

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

    This VR is awesome. My grandkid really love it. It is a lot of fun for the family.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent VR

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

    Luckily, I received this VR headset for free with the purchase of my phone, so I didn't have to pay for it out of pocket, which may be a waste of money. The experience of using it is cool, but if you want to play games, be aware that you will also have to purchase a special controller for it.

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

    Best Samsung VR Headset to date

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

    The 2016 Samsung Headset is the best to date, comfortable and great features like the focus dial, easy to use volume, navigation pad and eye tracking.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    So fun for short periods of time

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

    Got this free with the purchase of my Galaxy S7 Edge at first didn't think I would like it. It is a lot of fun especially since Oculus was giving away free content. I could only play it for 15 minutes at a time I start to get motion sickness after a while. For the price it's a no-brainer even at $99

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly Entertaining

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

    We purchased these units for several family members for Christmas and the experience was universally entertaining. We found you can watch movies, play games as well as motion experiences like roller coaster rides. The controls are easy to use and you can also purchase a separate remote control if desired. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a more emersive gaming experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend