Testseek.co.uk have collected 84 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-R324 Gear VR 2017 Edition and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-R324 Gear VR 2017 Edition.
April 2017
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The editors liked
Cheap for a VR headset
Works with all Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Affordable. A large app library. New remote is comfortable and easy to use. Samsung's new Gear VR updates work with older phones and Gear VR headsets
Too. New software runs cooler on Samsung phones
Lighter and more comfortable
Supports two year's worth of Samsung phones
Controller is well made
Strong selection of apps and videos
Controller adds new dimension
Easy to use
The editors didn't like
Noticeable ghosting
Occasional stutters in frame rate
A lack of truly compelling content
Only works with Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Locked into Oculus' mobile Gear VR software library. Requires a Samsung phone. Lacks any ability to track movement in a room
Like higher-end VR headsets can do
Larger and more expensive than the Google Daydream View
Abstract: Samsung has really been pushing its Gear VR mobile virtual-reality headset over the past couple of years. Upon the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, the South Korean smartphone manufacturer gave everyone who pre-ordered a free Gear VR. Not onl...
Cheap for a VR headset, Works with all Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Noticeable ghosting, Occasional stutters in frame rate, A lack of truly compelling content, Only works with Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Samsung's virtual reality headset is a fun entry point for VR novices, but its technological flaws and lack of compelling content limit its long-term appeal...
Strong selection of apps and videos, Controller adds new dimension, Easy to use
Still only works with Galaxy phones, More expensive, No real motion tracking,
Retaining its crown as the champ of mobile VR, the 2017 edition of Samsung's Gear VR manages to outlast its closest rival, the Google Daydream View. Like its predecessors, this is a neat, fun, at times mind-blowing Samsung Galaxy accessory with genuinely...
Published: 2017-04-26, Author: Scott , review by: CNET.co.uk
Affordable. A large app library. New remote is comfortable and easy to use. Samsung's new Gear VR updates work with older phones and Gear VR headsets, too. New software runs cooler on Samsung phones
Locked into Oculus' mobile Gear VR software library. Requires a Samsung phone. Lacks any ability to track movement in a room, like higher-end VR headsets can do
The revamped Gear VR feels similar to Google's Daydream View VR headset, but its impressive library and software design still make it great for entry-level VR viewing on the go...
Lighter and more comfortable, Supports two year's worth of Samsung phones, Controller is well made
Larger and more expensive than the Google Daydream View, Controller batteries not rechargeable
For VR newcomers, the new Gear VR with controller is one of the best options on the market and one of the most affordable, at that. If you own the latest Samsung phone, or one released two years ago, this headset/controller combo is the best option availa...
If you want the best of the best when it comes to mobile VR media or gaming experiences, then look no further than the Gear VR. It's comfortable and visually immersive, offering an awesome experience at a fraction of the price of a tethered system...
Published: 2017-09-05, Author: Leo , review by: gamecrate.com
Abstract: T he Samsung Gear VR has sold more than five million units as of 2017, placing it above and beyond the known sales for the more expensive VR headsets. If you have a relatively modern Samsung phone (Galaxy S6 or later) it's one of the lowest barriers to en...
Comfortable padding, Three adjustable cloth straps for even weight distribution, Light weight, Great new motion controller, Excellent and easy interface, Great features, The most VR content on any mobile platform, Tons of exclusive content, Lots and lots
No IPD adjustment, No place to store the new controller, Looks cheap compared to the Daydream View, Price is a bit high when compared to competition, Semi-limited range of movement, Final Thoughts, If you own a high-end Samsung phone, particularly a Galax
If you own a high-end Samsung phone, particularly a Galaxy S8 or S8+, this is how you should be experiencing mobile VR. While Google offers a better hardware solution in terms of design, portability and lenses, Samsung and Oculus are the king of content...
New controller allows for more immersive gameplay, Adjustable screen focus prevents distortion, Adjustable straps for customized comfort, Easy switch between micro USB and USB-C, Access to 550+ games and titles available on the Oculus Store
Limited controller-enabled apps available on the Oculus Store, Only compatible with select Samsung phones
Published: 2017-04-28, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: Samsung and Oculus are back with another Gear VR – the third in 17 months (or fifth in two and a half years, if you count the two semi-consumer Innovator Edition models). While the headset itself is barely changed from the previous model, it adds a Bluet...
