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March 2016
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The editors liked
Man
VR is just so cool. I mean
Ugh
I can't even verbalise how cool it is to have a VR headset hanging around my flat
Gear VR is stupid simple so it's fantastic for introducing other people to VR. My co-workers had a blast passing it around. My somewha
The Gear VR is a comfortable and enjoyable way to access virtual reality
With a small but growing number of experiences to try out. While not perfect
The resolution and latency are at a point that it feels ‘good enough' for market – and the fact you can
Intuitive menu system
Lightweight
Quality construction
Tons of content
Delivers a strong VR experience
Comfortable to wear
Free apps and videos
Cheap for a VR headset
Works with all Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Decent quality VR
Portable
A handful of impressive games
Wire-free VR experience unlike its rivals
More affordable than earlier Gear VR models
New design benefits glasses wearers
Easy to setup and use
Fun experiences on offer
Good selection of software already available
Accurate performance
No wires to worry about
Works with most Bluetooth pads
Immersive VR experiences
Sturdy
Comfortable design
Remote adds a lot to it
Completely wireless
Great head tracking
Solid content library
The editors didn't like
I wish there was more to do in it. More stuff should come later
But the lack of games and the relative shallowness of most of the offerings make the experience feel shallow. It's awesome
It just doesn't hold my attention for long. I didn't find anything
The fact that the Gear VR relies entirely on the Galaxy Note 4 is a harsh limitation. While it's not the most costly thing in the world for Note 4 owners
It becomes largely more expensive for anyone without Samsung's phablet. And until it gets some bigge
Limited lens adjustment
Phone overheats regularly
Straps are too tight
Very limited supply of content right now
Expensive when you factor in a Note 4 and gamepad
Noticeable ghosting
Occasional stutters in frame rate
A lack of truly compelling content
Only works with Galaxy S6 and S7 phones
Needs the Note 4 to work
Tech still has some way to go
Library of content is small right now
Tied to phone hardware
Lower refresh and perceptible resolution than Oculus/competition
Published: 2014-09-04, Author: Woldemar , review by: wovow.org
For now Samsung has only confirmed the arrival of the Gear VR for this year, without specifying a specific date yet. Nor price, although rumors would bet on a fairly tight cost more money falling the weight on the device Galaxy Note 4. In short, a pair o...
Sleeker, more comfortable design, Very affordable, Backwards compatibility with older Galaxy smartphones, Wider field of view adds to immersion, Improved app-store interface
Lacks integrated audio
When it launched back in 2015, the Samsung Gear VR immediately rose to the top of the pile as the best mobile device for virtual reality. A year later, Samsung didn't reinvent the wheel — they just refined it, adding a sleeker, more comfortable design and...
Samsung Gear VR - If you're interested in VR, and have a compatible phone already, then a Gear VR is probably worth a look. There's much more content out there for it than just Minecraft if craftin' isn't for you. If you don't already have a compatible p...
Published: 2016-07-16, Author: William , review by: xiaomitoday.com
Overall, the Deepoon M2 has a number of advantages over the Samsung Gear, namely lower pricing, better build quality, more comfortable fit, fewer obvious telescopic distortions, less fogging, better Chinese language support and a more developed ecosystem...
Abstract: After years of prototypes and last year's first stab, the Samsung and Oculus partnership has produced the first-ever consumer-ready version of the Gear VR headset. It is smaller, lighter, and at $99, quite a bit cheaper, than previous versions. The Samsun...
Abstract: How does one of the most popular people on the planet walk through a hall filled with thousands of journalists without getting noticed? This might seem unthinkable, yet this is exactly what happened at the world's largest mobile tech forum, MWC 2016. The...
Abstract: Samsung took a leap a few months ago when it released the consumer version of the Gear VR. The device allows users to experience videos and games in virtual reality thanks to a nifty headset and a compatible phone for a great price. Reviews and sales figu...
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Published: 2016-01-04, Author: Kevin , review by: tomshardware.com
Intuitive menu system, Lightweight, Quality construction, Tons of content
Limited lens adjustment, Phone overheats regularly, Straps are too tight
Samsung's Gear VR is the first mainstream VR headset, but it's not without its flaws. It is a great first effort and has a lot going for it. Unfortunately, the frequency with which the phone overheats while you're using the headset will disappoint many...
Abstract: MORE: Best Gear VR AppsIf you ever wanted to be a goblin, now is your chance. Herobound: First Steps is a third-person dungeon crawler where you play as the chosen warrior of the Spirit of Life on a mission to free four captured spirits. During the course...
Fear VR () Overheats and drain's phone's battery life, some motion sickness present depending on experience, can get heavy and cause eye strain after a while
Gear VR () A lot of varied content, social VR adds a sense of presence, resolution is surprisingly good, only $100!, Fear VR () Overheats and drain's phone's battery life, some motion sickness present depending on experience, can get heavy and cause eye s
