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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:
    Heat

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    samsung vr headset

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

    good product. tends to heat up quickly cause you to pause play and let it rest.

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

    Great Improvement over original Gear VR

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

    Honestly, I'd live to give this a 5-star rating, Unfortunately, due to a "problem", which I'll explain, 4 stars is the best I can do. When I opened my first "updated" Gear VR, I noticed something rattling around inside, so I returned it to Best Buy for a replacement. Just based on spec comparisons between this, and the original, Gear VR, I'd estimate the upgraded model to be an improvement.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really Fun

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

    This is fun to use however I wish there were more games but it is new. I haven't had any problems with it and everything works perfectly.

    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.

    The VR is lots of fun my kids play with it everyday It is east technology to learn

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Didn't know what to expect

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

    Came free with purchase of a new phone. I didn't know what to expect, but it has been a fun accessory. Pretty easy to use and fun.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice!!!

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

    Was skeptical at first but, they exceeded my expectations. Not a VR issue but my Note 5 does get hot after about 30 minutes of use.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Alot of fun

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

    Very entertaining to my son and daughter, they loved the roller coaster simulation

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

    Amazing!

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

    Lots of fun! Don't so great if you are prone to vertigo or have a fear of heights, though!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It was free

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

    This came free with a phone I purchased, so, of course, I love it. My grandchildren love to play with this. They said it is fabulous .

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AWESOME accessory

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

    One of the coolest things with the new galaxy series. The vr being cheaper and more accessible than the Oculus Rift is totally worth it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kids love it

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

    I tried it a few times, it is amazing, my kids use it most of the time and they love it, it's a lot of fun and is very easy to use

    I would 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.

    The gear vr is pretty neat. I got it for free for purchasing the s7 edge but I previously owned it with the Note 5 as well. Viewing content is pretty neat and a different experience. I am happy with the vr but I do wish you could adjust the view so you could watch content while laying down. Other than that it is a nice device. Just make sure your not in a hot environment ir the lens will fog up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
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    Heat

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good product minor problems.

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

    Easy to set up, fun to use. Just runs hot quickly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love the new technology

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

    I love this item. Excellent purchase for the whole family. I'm going to buy another one for another family member. It's amazing

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Gear vr

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

    This is so cool the only flaw is my S7 edge gets very hot but I do luv my gear vr

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Resolution

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good not great

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

    I picked this up for my girlfriend. Is nice but the resolution is KA KA

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome VR technology

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

    The programs for this VR headset are awesome! It makes you want to reach out and touch what you see around you. The games are cool too.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    WOW!

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

    The graphics are superb...headset ok comfortable...phone gets very hot when using..

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super cool!

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

    Love this! I make all of my friends and my family try it. Everyone loves it! My boss even upgraded her phone just so she could get one!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Immersion

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great experience

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

    Great experience for movies and games. I haven't used a controller, but I will.

    I would recommend this to a friend