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SAMSUNG Gear VR w/Controller (2017) SM-R325NZVAXAR (US Version w/Warranty)
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Brand | SAMSUNG |
Color | Dark Gray |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Included Components | VR Controller, USB-C Adater, Gear VR, Headstraps, MicroUSB Adapter, Quick Start Guide |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Model Name | SM-R325NZVAXAR |
Product Dimensions | 5"D x 8"W x 3.5"H |
Operating System | Oculus |
Field Of View | 360 Degrees |
About this item
- Be transported to amazing new worlds, in games, video and images. 360° experience. Weight 0.76lbs
- Use the intuitive controller that comes in the box to drop, point, select and Drag with a Wave of your wrist
- Hundreds of games and experiences from Oculus. Sensor Type : Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Proximity Sensor
- Samsung Galaxy USB Type C models: Note8, Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ ; and Micro USB models: Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+
- Galaxy Note9 requires a new adapter to be sourced free of charge from Samsung Customer Service
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From the manufacturer
The Samsung Gear VR with Controller
The Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus allows you to enjoy 2D, 3D, and 360-degree content by connecting it with your mobile device.
You can also view webpages and your own 360-degree images or videos. Connect other devices, such as the included Gear VR controller or other Bluetooth game controllers, with the mobile device for a more immersive experience.
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Imagine Bigger
Explore Virtual Worlds
With your phone in the headset, you can sit front row at the biggest events, paint in VR, and more.
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More Social
Connect with Your Friends and Their Stories in VR
Watch 360° video captured with the Samsung Gear 360 and hang out with friends in Oculus Rooms.
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Power Moves
Everything You Need to Control the Action
Use the included Gear VR controller to navigate experiences or play games.
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Powered by Oculus
All the Latest Games and Movies
Oculus, the leader in virtual reality, brings you the latest games and movies on your Gear VR.
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Game Changer
You’ve Never Gamed Like This Before
Use the handheld controller to go head-to-head with friends in multiplayer mode.
Included Controller Helps You Navigate Your VR Experience
Swipe the touchpad to move to the next or previous item, and tap it to select. Press the home key to return to the Oculus Home Screen, or the back key to return to the previous screen. Rotate the focus adjustment wheel for a clearer image. The controller trigger intensifies first-person POV.
Endless Entertainment
Samsung VR is your go-to app for all the latest 360° video. Watch clips from MLB.com, NowThis 360° and more, and experience the biggest live concerts and events from the UFC and X Games. You can even upload your own videos captured on Gear 360 for your chance to be featured in the library.
Made for Galaxy
Place your Galaxy phone into the Gear VR headset to instantly go anywhere. Gear VR is compatible with a range of Galaxy devices, including:
Samsung Galaxy USB Type-C models: Note8, Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ and Micro USB models: Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
Galaxy smartphone sold separately. Requires Oculus app download and account.
Is the Gear VR compatible with Galaxy Active handsets?
Gear VR is not compatible with Galaxy S6/S7/S8 Active smartphones. Gear VR is compatible with Galaxy Note8, Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+.
How does this Note 8 Edition of the VR Headset differ from the previous Gear VR headset?
This model of Gear VR offers the same great Gear VR experience but extends compatibility to now include Galaxy Note8. The volume adjustment rocker has been removed (you can still adjust volume using the controller or your phone).
How do I set up my Gear VR?
Insert your compatible Samsung phone into the interchangeable USB-C or microUSB connector on front of headset – an audio cue will prompt you to remove your phone and follow on-screen instructions for installing the Oculus app and controller pairing.
Do I need a Facebook login in order to use Gear VR?
No, when setting up your account, you can either connect your Oculus account to your Facebook account or setup a separate account by clicking the link at the bottom under 'Don’t Have Facebook?'
Can I adjust the image to make it sharper?
Use the wheel on the top of the headset to adjust focus. The area inside the headset is also wide enough to allow most users to wear glasses inside of the headset comfortably. Adjusting where the headset sits on your nose can also improve clarity.
Disclaimer
Gear VR not for children under 13. Read included health and safety warnings before use and see the official website for more information.
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Remote Control | 4.0 | — | 3.5 | — | 3.6 | 3.2 |
Comfort | 3.9 | — | 3.7 | — | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Easy to use | 4.3 | — | 4.1 | 4.6 | — | — |
Screen quality | 4.2 | — | 3.5 | — | 4.5 | — |
Battery life | 4.2 | — | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | — |
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platform | oculus | oculus | android | oculus | windows xp | oculus |
compatible devices | Smartphone | samsung galaxy note 4 | Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and later models of the Galaxy Note and Galaxy S series. | Virtual Reality Headset | Smartphone | Smartphone |
weight | 1 pounds | 1 pounds | 0.76 pounds | 0.02 pounds | 0.7 pounds | 0.81 pounds |
display size | 6 inches | — | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | 0 inches |
connectivity tech | USB | — | Wireless | — | — | Wireless |
controller type | — | Touchpad Control, Button Control | — | — | Touchpad Control | Touchpad Control |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 8 x 5 x 3.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 1 pounds |
ASIN | B074GB37V8 |
Item model number | SM-R325NZVAXAR |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #161,237 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories) #230 in Cell Phone Virtual Reality (VR) Headsets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
OS | Oculus |
Connectivity technologies | USB |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | Dark Gray |
Whats in the box | VR Controller, USB-C Adater, Gear VR, Headstraps, MicroUSB Adapter, Quick Start Guide |
Manufacturer | Samsung |
Date First Available | August 24, 2017 |
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Product Description
Samsung Gear VR transforms virtual reality with a new handheld controller that seamlessly responds to organic, human movements in virtual experiences. Every move, from turning and grabbing to pointing and lifting, is naturally connected from physical to virtual, making it more intuitive and spellbinding than ever before. Flying through the Alps, watching a film with a far-off friend, experiencing a festival across the globe, and employing the superpowers of your game’s character—your world just got infinitely bigger.
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Customers like the performance, fun, and ease of use of the virtual reality headset. They mention that it works well, integrates seamlessly with their phone, and provides a convenient, hands-free viewing experience. Customers appreciate the quality, and appearance of the product. That said, some complain about the image quality. Opinions are mixed on value and comfort.
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Customers like the performance of the virtual reality headset. They say it works well, is impressed with its capabilities, and is great at the end of the day. They mention that it works best with bluetooth earphones for full immersion, and that the price is reasonable.
"...VR isn’t at the level of what you’d read about in Ready Player One, it’s amazing. The picture quality is astounding and many of the apps are free...." Read more
"...Once in place, the Note 9 works just fine...." Read more
"...the more expensive VR headsets (like the Vive) but I was impressed with its capabilities...." Read more
"...That is my only complaint. Works great with my Samsung Galaxy S8+" Read more
Customers find the virtual reality headset to be a lot of fun. They mention that the games are fantastic and better than what is being put out. However, some customers find the pixelated view to be disappointing. The VR is also a neat experience and there is some really good immersive adult content online that will blow you away.
"...is fun to navigate through, watching videos in theatre mode is a neat experience and browsing the internet with it isnt as clumsy as you might think...." Read more
"Surprisingly fun. I didn't expect this to compete with the more expensive VR headsets (like the Vive) but I was impressed with its capabilities...." Read more
"...Games are fun, I have quite a few, but especially for us older folk it might be the conventional entertainment enhancements that provide the most..." Read more
"...The menu is great, and is very easy to navigate. Passthrough is fun if I want to know how people with motion sickness feel (lol jk) or if I'm to..." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the virtual reality headset. They say it integrates seamlessly with their phone and leans on Oculus software. The new controller makes using it easier, and the Oculuse app is fun to navigate through. Overall, not a bad product and a great way to start with VR.
"...Gear VR based brand that was awesome.... although they are the easiest the use and have the biggest field by far, and cost $2500, our insurance wo..." Read more
"...The Oculus app is fun to navigate through, watching videos in theatre mode is a neat experience and browsing the internet with it isnt as clumsy as..." Read more
"...the remote controller is actually easy to work with, although it will sometimes loose direction and have..." Read more
"...The controller works really well, but it can be frustrating because you have to reset it often while using most apps. That is my only complaint...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the virtual reality headset. They say it's well-built, impressive, and a cool gadget. Some say the technology in the VR is stunning and that it'll help you unwind with games and movies.
"...It’s higher quality than you may expect...." Read more
"...Head straps are easy to adjust and well-made and don't snag your hair- Controller puck is nice, and not cheap feeling...." Read more
"...Only issue was the controller (shipped with the headset) broke after 6 months...." Read more
"...a movie until you watch one through a VR headset with high quality around-ear headphones...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the virtual reality headset. They mention that the visuals are pretty cool, the setup for different size phones was easy, and the apps look better with each generation. They also appreciate the large database of games and apps. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...games on it yet, as I'm getting used to, it but the available apps and videos look incredible...." Read more
"...The product was brand new, in great shape, and in the original packaging as advertised...." Read more
"...Sleek, comfortable, and lightweightCons• Lenses can fog up from heat•..." Read more
"...bigger players in the VR market, but the apps and games, etc..are very well done with a large database to choose from...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the virtual reality headset. Some mention that the image quality impressed them, while others say that it's not worth it, and it' a great budget introduction to VR. They also complain that the device is partially useless and lacks good games.
"...The games are cheaper than the other VR systems as well (even identical games)...." Read more
"This is kinda pricey for what you actually get. It's like a google cardboard with a remote and a button on the side of the visor...." Read more
"I have been using this for several weeks now and I love it! It was a good price, and it was delivered really fast...." Read more
"...Also, using it with glasses sucks. Games for it are expensive Pros: Beautiful pictures, get to experience the ocean, landmarks, different cultures...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the comfort of the virtual reality headset. Some mention that it's very comfortable, even for a big nose guy like them, while others say that it gives them headaches and makes their eyes hurt. The controls are good, and the headset is comfortable, but the videos are sized wrong and are low. The feeling and experience is very immersive, and it'd be cool to watch Netflix in it.
"...While it's comfortable to wear, it gets tiring after a while. Neck fatigue is common for me as the Note 9 is a larger phone-..." Read more
"...from Oculus, I wasn't able to get used to them and ended up having eye pain and headaches...." Read more
"...Headset itself is comfortable once the straps are adjusted and isn't heavy, but can be uncomfortable if you let it rest on your nose...." Read more
"...the phone attachment to be a pain and the videos, meant to wow me, hurt my eyes, made me dizzy, and gave me a headache...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the image quality of the virtual reality headset. They mention that the screen isn't as clear as they expected, the pixels are very visible, and the viewing goes totally whack. The on screen text is fuzzy and looks a bit fuzzy.
"...on YouTube VR (included in the app) were not that great and looked a bit fuzzy, the ones that are well produced are incredible to watch!..." Read more
"...me without glasses, but still not far from the center, the focus rapidly deteriorates. These two factors were my major reason I returned it...." Read more
"...The picture quality is astounding and many of the apps are free...." Read more
"...The rest of the world is pixelated...." Read more
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Pros:
The main pros are that the price of the Samsung Galaxy VR is a lot less than Oculus (which is what it runs on). It comes with a controller, which is mandatory for some apps and games. It’s higher quality than you may expect. You can watch Netflix movies on it, or be placed into a virtual theater and watch movies as if you were the only one in the theater. You can visit outer space or the deep sea, fly a fighter jet, go to a Cirque du Solei performance, and lots more.
Cons:
You are limited by the battery life of your Samsung Device. My recommendation is to charge your phone to 100% if you want to enjoy your VR for a while. Otherwise, it can eat up your battery pretty fast depending on what app you’re using. Still, most of the time I can get 2-3 hours out of it easily if it’s charged at 100% when I start.
You could be prone to nausea and headaches. They are listed side effects of the VR. It’s something you won’t know you have until you try it out. I’ve had friends try the VR just to discover that it gave them severe nausea. So I suggest going to a store that has one on display and trying it out before you buy it.
I'm low vision (20/100-1 in the best eye, hand motion in the worst from ROP), and three weeks ago after looking at two HD camera based units that can run as much as $6500... I tried a Samsung S7 and Gear VR based brand that was awesome.... although they are the easiest the use and have the biggest field by far, and cost $2500, our insurance won't touch such items. (but would reimburse us) Still we didn't have the funds to get reimbursed with.
Then as I was leaving the store where I tried this technology out at... a friend who drove me there suggested, "Why not build your own?" Well, we're both gear heads and don't let friends drive stock... I figured "Why not?" Then I heard this 'still small voice' later that night tell me I did not need to buy them.... and for two nights I wrestled with that thought.... like Jacob wrestling with God to get his blessing.... For after a lifetime of struggles and frustrations here is finally something that will be the biggest answer to any prayer I've ever prayed....
So I began looking up what Samsung is doing with low vision and discovered Relumino. They just released it last August.... and I had to find out more. What I discovered is absolutely mind blowing.... Using their Oculus app for the Gear VR to download Relumino through, all I needed was the headset and my S8+. Last week I ordered the Gear VR and it arrived at our post office on Good Friday. I couldn't wait to get to there in the morning to pick them up... it was like all my birthdays and Christmases all rolled into one... but since I'm ministry 30 miles away, I had to wait until later in the day to set it up...
Then came the warfare.... an authorization code from Oculus failed to activate Relumino.... it took all of Saturday and part of Easter Sunday to sort out. After several calls, emails, and chats with Samsung and Oculus to end up with other bad authorization codes; my wife and I were just about to bag it. It was getting so unbelievable it even baffled the last (and very nice) Samsung US based customer service tech my wife talked to. So we decided to bag it, we were exhausted. But I just had to give it one more try... for this was Easter Sunday evening, right?
I contacted Oculus one more time, and they sent me a new authorization code... all in caps... and it worked! Upon loading Relumino, which took only minutes; my vision went through a resurrection. What I could not read or see before I could with ease now! Hallelujah!!!!!
I've never been able to read the address lines in doing emails... no matter what accessibility feature Microsoft had... Now I can! NO more tension headaches craning my neck!!!! I can read prescription bottles, the buttons on our microwave oven, and the date/date on my watch.... and that's at only x2 zoom. Another close up thing I've never been able to do I can do now: Read a pocket size Gideon Bible! (I cannot even do that with a 41 year old pair of telescopic glasses I had made for machine shop use!) And this is just the beginning.... from 5 feet away I can read several fridge magnets, read captions on TV as well as the words under station logos. Last night I was watching my wife on her Samsung and I could read the Samsung on her phone from 3 feet away. But the real fun was on Monday when I took the Gear VR and Relumino outside... now walking in them NOT recommended, but it is doable as long as the zoom is turned down and you are extremely careful. So for fun I cranked up the zoom to x8.... overkill... so I spun it down to x5 and could see a doorknob on a neighboring house from 200 feet away! Freaky! This was from our back deck... so then I turned around and with the zoom to x2 I could easily read the license plate on our truck from about 25 feet away... I could never do that before!!!!
Right now I'm even using them in writing this review... what an awesome set up! And to tell the whole world that for $129 and the price of a case one can revolutionize their eyesight? That is noting short of miraculous! This Gear VR system just knocks low vision accessibility right out of the ballpark! But what's around the corner from Samsung will even blow this set up away... stay tuned!
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Lo unico que no me latió mucho es que ya que viene con el control, quitaron los controles de volumen laterales en el visor, esto te obliga a que si vas a estar manipulando el volumen, o conectes el control o unos audifonos que tengan la capacidad de bajar o subir el volumen.
Por cierto, el empaque en el que venía se ve genial
Viene con los dos conectores, tipo C y micro USB
works well on my note 8, great fit. the controller is a very nice addition, almost all apps can take adventage of it, i think it help with the immersioin.
my only dissapointement so far is that natively the gear vr dosn't work with google daydream.... you need a guenine google controller or an third party one with are hard to find. There is a way to dissable oculus package, by activation dev kit and downloading some emulator apk to remap the gear controller to a google one.... but its a pain in the ass, just make the gear vr works with daydream at first no??
all and all, great buy and its nice to share with people around what vr look like.
Reviewed in Mexico on December 25, 2018
Its paired with a Samshng S9 so that helps, but I've tried my phone with my old goggles and these are much better - I don't know how well it would work with an older phone though.