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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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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    need more free apps

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

    I'm not one to purchase apps, so I'm limited on what is out there. It is definitely fun and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pretty cool!!

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

    This is the neatest thing even though I get dizzy sometimes looking through them. My grandson loved it!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Phone temperature

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Los of fun

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

    This is a great product. I'm having so much fun with it. The only issue is the phone has to cool down a lot.

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

    What a great experience

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

    What a experience, you put this on and it's a whole new world. Make sure your sitting down and hold on .

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So cool

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

    This vr is so cool and it feels so real. You wouldn't understand until you try it. The only downside is there aren't many apps and games out there for it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Just Great

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

    VR is the future. If you have a Galaxy S7 you need to get this item. This item can allow you to feel like you are there. I love it and I am sure you will also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Virtual reality gear

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

    Seems to work well, but is more of a novelty item. Does make watching videos more interesting and personal.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Immersion

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than I expected

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

    I purchased this for my son and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the games and apps that work with it. It creates an incredibly immersive experience.

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

    Fun Experience

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

    Got this with my new Samsung phone. The kids love to use it and have been hoarding it since it arrived.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun

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

    VR came free when my daughter purchased her upgraded phone. Is having fun with experiencing new things.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Whoa! This is really amazing!

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

    My VR headset came with my Samsung S7 when I pre ordered it. I am glad it did because I never would have had the opportunity to see how cool these things really are.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very cool!

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

    Very cool VR. It puts you in another world. Hopefully they come up with a controller for this similar to the Oculus Touch Controllers. That would be awesome!

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

    Very Cool, but I can't watch my own files

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

    I love the headset for watching streaming shows and movies, but I was very disappointed when I put them on during my flight and was unable to play any of my video files. mp4's, mkv's, and avi's did not play for me with using the required propriety software. And to make matters worse, although I bought WiFi on the plan, the airlines WiFi does not allow the use of streaming services. So, 4 stars for being great at home, but of no use to me on a plane.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great VR headset

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

    Great headset to start playing with VR. Very draining on phone battery but you can also plug phone in while using. I suggest purchasing a 10ft cord. Fun to use.

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

    Great, but unwieldy and material choices limited.

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

    After going through the $20 versions of VR headsets, I did not have high expectations. However the sight on this is simply outstanding. Truly an experience. For movies or simply viewing locations it is wonderful. The gaming interface is unwieldy though, consisting of a touch pad on the side. My arm gets tired quickly and it seems to be either too responsive or not enough so. Also, the choices for movies and games, so far, are a bit limited.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awsome visual experience

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

    Every one that has tried my VR Goggles has been totally impressed. It is the rave of every party. Many free or low cost apps to enrich your virtual experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good cheap intro to VR

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

    Fun entry into VR but I cannot use for too long as I get nauseous. Worth for the entry though. Glad i got it

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Content

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Unreal experience

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

    This is the way things are gonna go! Right now Oculus doesn't have much content, but it grows every week. My kid and I have a great time enjoying this together!

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

    Worth waiting for a better model

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

    The lenses tend to fog up very quickly, and a credit card is needed for most purchases, not to mention a separate remote is required for some games.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    First Time VR

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

    My first VR experience. It was really really cool, but also pretty limited. Still, it is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend