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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 414 reviews

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Customers are impressed with the Gear VR Virtual Reality Headset's immersive VR experience and ease of use, praising its controller and generally positive user experience. However, some users reported issues with the device overheating and its impact on phone battery life, along with concerns about limited content availability. The headset's compatibility with certain Samsung phones was also frequently noted.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New model has 4K capability.

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

    The same as the previous model, except it is for the new larger Galaxy phones. The S6 and S7 models will function with this headset.. 4K vision is worth the upgrade.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Gear VR

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

    Great VR headset for the price. Can take it on the go and keep kids busy during car rides. Would recommend for price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very good for what it is

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

    This is a great VR starter unit. Its obviously not like an HTC Vive but for $100 its amazing (free with the phone)!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome low price entry to vr

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

    I was blown away with how awesome VR is, and would highly recommend the Samsung Vr head set for the s8 and s8+. tons of games and movies and stuff to watch and do on it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great VR for the price

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

    This is a great VR for this price. It does everything it says it does and there are lots of games and movies to keep you entertained. Overall im happy with this product.

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

    Very fun

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

    I love this thing, only wish there was more vr apps. Downside is the mandatory Facebook account... why????

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    cool experience

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

    works pretty well with my galaxy s7. some heat up issues. could use a few more decent games in the app store.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Lot of fun

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

    It's a great device, especially for kids. Lots of fun app's. My son especially like any regarding astronomy.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun

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

    Fun to play with. Enjoy the 3D VR apps available for free. Works great with my S7 Edge phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    VR Gear

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

    Got these to view vr museums and love it that i can be in front of great works of art, science, architecture and travel without leaving my seat

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Controller

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great birthday gift

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

    i bought this for my B-day. loved the first head set and now with the controller it is way more better Samsung out done them selves on this one.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    much better than the original GearVR

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

    The new Gear VR is much better than the original and we loved the original. This one is lighter, it doesn't over heat like the first version.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    very happy

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

    better then expected putting the phone in can be tricky but once you get that down its great

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    I gotta tell everybody that THERE IT'S NO BETTER VR THAN THE SAMSUNG GEAR VR! I've tried others and they didn't even compare to the Samsung!

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

    Excellent headset

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

    The fit and comfort are great. The phone clicks in securely, so no worries about spinning and it falling out. Very happy with this headset.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Controller

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    nice gear

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

    VR is pretty great. Didn't think it would be all that but it is. remote is nice. makes things very easy to navigate. We are enjoying it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun virtual reality

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

    Have a great time with it! Not that expensive at all especially for the fun experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great intro into VR!

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

    A cheaper alternative to get into VR and see how it works out in the wild! Got for minecraft mostly but lots of other fun experiences!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Controller

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So fun!

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

    This is my second gear, I had the first gen one for the S6 and that was good. This is a nice upgrade, especially with the controller!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    VR Really Rocks

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

    Saw the commercials didn't really understand until put this on. Unreal but real.

    I would recommend this to a friend