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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 501 reviews

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the Gear VR Virtual Reality Headset's immersive VR experience, ease of use, and high-quality visuals. Many appreciate the included controller and remote, enhancing navigation and usability. However, some users point to limitations in available content and resolution as drawbacks. Concerns regarding phone overheating and battery drain were also noted.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crear accesory to improve tour Galaxy experience

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

    If You have a Galaxy note 8 you can have a great time with this gear VR. You can watch interactive videos VR movies or even play games. Excellent.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun to use!

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

    Get ready to have some fun and use up a bunch of space on your phone! It doesn't use battery to use, but your phone will drain much faster when going through the different apps, which is a draw back. It's be neat if Samsung made a little add on battery pack to help with that.

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

    Excellent VR Headset

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

    1st time using a VR headset. I like the concept but at times its hard for the camera and pictjre to focus. Sometimes leaving the pictures blurry.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Loved it!

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

    It was awesome using this VR, so happy with it. Very good buy.

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

    Headset works great.. the remote... meh

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

    I really enjoyed the headset and the ability to fit my Galaxy S8 Plus. The headset was comfortable and light. The major issue I had was with the remote. Everytime that I needed to use the headset, i had to re-pair the remote. It was a huge pain. I scoured the samsung site, as well as other internet help sites and finally gave up. It was returned.

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

    Samsung VR!!!

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

    You need to download some apps to view in virtual reality. It's ok.

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

    Awesome Experience

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

    We purchased this as an early family Christmas gift. Everyone in the family loves using them. Great for all ages, something for everyone.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very cool!

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

    I've only tried out a few things with my Oculus Rift, but it is petty fun, and immersive. I've currently got a 3rd sensor hooked up and tracking is very accurate, smooth. All the items are high quality, and i bought some covers for the foam interface of the headset, too.

    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.

    Love to use my Samsung Gear VR headset for meditation and gaming! Very realistic interaction.

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

    Fun, but the screen door effect is pretty intense

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

    So after using the device for a couple of days, I can say with 100% truth that this is exactly what I as a gamer am looking for in terms of a unique and fun gaming experience. Every game that you play on the VR feels unique, especially with the integration of the gear VR controller. But, even with a note8, the screen door effect is too much to not notice. Playing games is acceptable because of the unique experience, but trying to use this device for entertainment such as watching movies or viewing 360 photos, it can't be overlooked.

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

    Awesome VR bundle

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

    Wow, Best buy has done it again. They keep the latest technology in stock and available for purchase. Great VR headset thanks Samsung.

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

    Lots of fun

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

    I find this is a little better than the last version I had with the Note 5. Still lots of fun and a little bit more comfortable.

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

    Great vr for Samsung

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

    It excellent product I have galaxy note 8 the quality screen is great for this device I’m said very recommended for all ages.

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

    SAMAUNG VR fun

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

    Fun device, my wife loves it. Have a video camera ready to film friends using it.

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

    Great Product

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

    I enjoyed the original but had upgrade due to getting the Note 8. Still enjoy it.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun accessory.

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

    Fun to watch with this. I’m blind in one eye, it does work, just a little off. I binged an Amazon series, it was definitely cool to use. I can’t even imagine what it would look like with “stereo” eyes! Only con is it does get a tad heavy after awhile.

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

    interesting product

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

    good experience to look at videos with VR. Instructions are not clear in manual

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

    Gift

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

    Can’t fully review this yet since it was bought to be given as a Christmas gift

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

    Great for the money

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

    When this first came out, I didn’t want to spend the money. Now, at Best Buy’s great price, it’s definitely a great deal

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Seems fine, handset needs higher resolution

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked fine on my S7 edge. However, pictures were so grainy, which really showed how much the resolution needs to improve for a VR experience. Ended up returning but wouldn't mindgetting a similar one when I upgrade my mobile (my current one is on its last legs).

    I would recommend this to a friend
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