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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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  • Cons mentioned:
    Phone temperature

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    VR is fun!

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

    The Samsung Gear VR is a lot of fun for the whole family. Only down-side that I have is a slight difficulty with mounting phone device onto VR and how hot the phone gets.

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

    really cool!

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

    Really cool and fun to play with. Now just need the controller for the games.

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

    Fun reality viewer

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

    I really enjoy the experience that my VR device lets me experience. It takes you into a different environment that seems so real. Roller coaters are the best except for the stomach sensation you actually feel like you're really riding a coaster.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Metered Data

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

    This dont work so hot when on mettered data. Plus phone overheats while playing.graphicd ate great if you are on wifi connevtion.

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

    pure enjoyment, great for family time

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

    better than what I thought it was going to be. The reviews I read were mixed somewhat but I decided to purchase anyway. My family has really enjoyed this, only watched a few so far but one of them that we picked was SCARY! just a lot of fun!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    overall great for a new user

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

    Has been a lot fun playing games. Easy to get started. Recommend for new users .However some apps are overheating the phone and some glitches preventing watching certain apps.

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

    Great product

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

    I recommend this product. It works great and its fun to play with.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    I have played a few VR games with this headset and my S7 phone. The experience has been simply amazing. You really feel like you are in the game. The image can be a little blurry but the slide helps but I often feel it is never perfectly aligned.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    GERAT Headset

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

    I've used the Google Cardboard and its not that good but these are great Netflix, Hulu, NBA what more can a girl ask for i love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    New learning tool

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

    It was easy to use .... I now plan to see if I can use it in the classroom. My students may be able to experience and see countries..historical landmarks up close. I am excited.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good

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

    The effect this VR provides is perfect. I had my Samsung S7 inserted and it will automatically install all related software and get it done. Once it is finished, insert you phone into the pin hole on the VR, everything is ready!

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

    Awesome new product

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

    This new idea by Samsung is awesome. I'm gonna need a second one for my wife!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun

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

    Very fun starter to the VR world. Once you experience it you'll want to show your friends and include them on the fun as well. Watching movies in Netflix or Hulu is a blast.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Immersion

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Gear

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

    Wow! These things are amazing. You really feel like you are there. No wonder the sales rep said, "just don't try walking around".

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

    Nice economy VR gear

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

    Nice product that I wish was made for the iPhone. Works great and fits well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great VR Experience

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

    Great product. Easy-to-use. Lots of content. Worth it just for the roller coasters. It does need an app that will broadcast the vr screen to a TV or pc for others to watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Resolution

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    A good start and pretty cool

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

    It is pretty cool, but still has a ways to go. Can't go wrong getting it with the Samsung phone for free! The resolution is equivalent to 480 (VHS) quality, so I would rather watch a movie on my HDTV. The concept is amazing, but just like the HDTV's it will improve drastically over the next few years. I hear the Oculus Rift is already a major improvement so can't wait to check it out. Of course it does cost a lot more. After awhile the Gear VR does make me motion sick, but I hear that will improve also down the road.

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

    Very nice

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

    Very nice product. You could spend hours on this device and never get bored.

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

    Cool but nauseating

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

    Pretty cool experience but when though I've always thought I could handle stuff it kind of made me dizzy after a while using it. Great to show if to friends and family though!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    love it

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

    It is a fantastic seeing things in 3D. The pictures are good. The only problem I have with it is that it heats up so on fast and you have to shut it down until it cools.

    I would recommend this to a friend