Testseek.co.uk have collected 123 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-R321 Gear VR and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-R321 Gear VR.
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
Immersive and novel VR experience, Plenty of great content to try, Light and comfortable headset
Limited to recent Samsung smartphones, VR tech still needs to mature, Games can be pricey
The Samsung Gear VR is a novelty item that comes in just short of must-have accessory. After a protective case, we recommend buying Gear VR before any other, including a travel adapter, wireless charger, Bluetooth speakers, or camera lens.The Samsung Gear...
You'll get no argument from anyone here that VR is still very much a niche thing, but through experiences like the Gear VR we're seeing more than just old things done again. This is a complete VR experience that you can stuff in a backpack and take anywhe...
Virtual Reality has finally arrived ─ at least for those who own (or plan to buy) one of Samsung’s latest premium phones. For the affordable price of $99, the Gear VR delivers quality immersive apps covering a wide array of content, including games, educa...
Published: 2015-11-27, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: In just three years, virtual reality has gone from a curiosity (sparked by a crowdfunding indie startup called Oculus VR) to a new category of consumer product that many consider to be "the next big thing." Never one to shy away from such things, Samsung...
Published: 2015-05-13, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: If you own a Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge , then you can turn your phone into the best virtual reality headset you can buy today. Read on, for Gizmag's review of the new Samsung Gear VR for S6.Update : After spending a month with the new headset, we've run...
Abstract: Yesterday, I was whizzing through space in search of other planets containing an inhabitable life-sustaining environment. I tried, and failed to escape giant beasts as I ran through temple halls and jumped over obstacles that only seemed to want to slow m...
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Published: 2015-03-27, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com
Functional, elegant design. Physically comfortable to wear. Excellent picture, thanks to the Galaxy Note 4's display. Runs untethered.
Requires a Samsung Galaxy Note 4. No way to charge the phone while it's in the headset
Samsung's Oculus-powered Gear VR Innovator Edition is a well-designed, functional headset, but it requires a very specific Samsung smartphone to work....
Published: 2014-12-17, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: When we met with Oculus VR earlier this year, the team mentioned that future versions of the Rift headset could skip the PC, and instead use mobile devices for brains. Now we see what they were cooking up. Read on, as Gizmag reviews Oculus' collaboration ...
