Testseek.com have collected 197 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-R322 Gear VR 2015 Edition and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-R322 Gear VR 2015 Edition.
December 2015
(77%)
197 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(85%)
83 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great fun
Clear screen
No lag
Smaller design
VR is just awesome
Samsung's Gear VR is relatively affordable (though nowhere near as cheap as Google Cardboard)
But it is high quality. There's no need to hold it to your face
It doesn't require any cords or tethering to work
And the quality of the software / games is p
Incredibly simple
Doesn't make you feel sick like other VR headsets
Relatively inexpensive
Excellent VR experience
Simple setup
It's just good clean fun
It's a relatively affordable VR accessory
It creates a better-than-expected sense of immersion using a Note 4 as its screen and engine
Apps
While limited
Are all free. And it's actually available to purchase now
Really freaking cool
Easiest way for consumers to get a glimpse of VR
Amazingly immersive virtual-reality effects
Despite running off a phone
Lots of free content
Well-designed headset
Works with Android Bluetooth game controllers
Impressive viewing experience
Affordable
Easy to use
Great for wow-ing your friends and colleagues
360-degree videos and photos feel immersive
Easy operation
Breathtaking to use
And puts a smile on pretty much every face
ProvidesCamera passthrough means you can actually see through the Gear VR if you need to
Smaller and lighter than the Note 4 Gear VR
Compatible with both the S6 and S6 Edge
Features a microUSB port to keep the phone charged
Which is handy since it tends to lose battery life quickly
Diopter has more control
Still includes camera passthrou
The Gear VR's relatively low price belies a compelling VR experience
And the games are quickly catching up to the hype. The headset is fairly light
And offers a completely cordless experience
Great entry level price to the world of VR
Much lighter than previous generations
Supports more than one phone
With a small switch changing it from the small phones to the big phones
Touchpad now offers moulded directional pad making it easier to cont
Amazing level of immersion
Improvements over previous Gear VR
Solid game and app line-up via Oculus
The editors didn't like
Bulky headset
You need a Note 4
Still bulky
Expensive
Sadly
Though
There are some cons. It only works with Samsung's devices
And then
Only the more recent ones. There are some design flaws which make the experience a bit less enjoyable too
A tight fit means the lenses fog up easily
And it can be diffic
Not great for long term use
Not much content available at launch
Not able to charge your phone at the same time
No headphones integrated
Destroys battery life
Limited appeal
It only works with the Samsung Galaxy Note 4
The app assortment consists mainly of demos and quick minigames
Its video resolution in VR still grainy
Compared with TVs and tablets. It doesn't work with full-fledged PC-based Oculus software
Bulky
Only works with Galaxy Note 4
Somewhat limited content at the moment
Some panoramic videos still look pixelated compared to what you'd experience on a high-end phone or tablet
Only works with particular Samsung phones
Won't work with Google Cardboard apps
Only works with four Samsung phones
Picture quality could be better
Heavy to wear
Limited to about 10min of use before becoming uncomfortable
Can drain the smartphone's battery quickly
Can get very uncomfortable
Thanks to the amount of pressure exerted on the bridge of the nose
Earphones aren't built in
So keep a pair of headphones nearby plugged in and ready to go when you want to use
Dioptre adjustment doesn't do a whole lot
No m
Eye pieces still fog up
Just like they did on the Note Gear VR
S6 demo content is stream-based
And tends to look less than desirable while stopping for buffering
Earphones aren't included or built into the unit
No Samsung Milk VR video system in our
It only works with some recent Samsung phones. The mobile VR experience still pales in comparison to more robust upcoming PC- and console-based options
Lenses can fog up when it's warm
Can hurt the bridge of a nose
But nowhere near as much as other generations of the headset
Streamed videos aren't anywhere near as reliable for immersion as you'll want
The Gear VR's relatively low price belies a compelling VR experience, and the games are quickly catching up to the hype. The headset is fairly light, and offers a completely cordless experience
It only works with some recent Samsung phones. The mobile VR experience still pales in comparison to more robust upcoming PC- and console-based options
The Gear VR is the best virtual reality gadget you can buy right now, and a great way to jump into the world of VR gaming and entertainment -- just make sure you own a compatible Samsung phone first...
Published: 2015-11-19, Author: Peter , review by: wired.com
An honesttogoodness VR headset for $100. Works with currentgeneration Samsung Galaxy phones: Galaxy Note 5, S6 Edge, S6, and S6 Edge. Tons of content; finding something cool to watch, play, or do isn't a problem. Onboard sensors track movement and deliver
Battery drain and overheating are still problems. While an improvement over developer versions, could still use some work. Requires a Samsung phone, so iOS and Windows users are out of luck. Don't have a Galaxy phone? Add a few hundred dollars to the pric
Amazingly immersive virtual-reality effects, despite running off a phone; lots of free content; well-designed headset; works with Android Bluetooth game controllers
Some panoramic videos still look pixelated compared to what you'd experience on a high-end phone or tablet, only works with particular Samsung phones, won't work with Google Cardboard apps
While it might soon be eclipsed by more robust competitors, the Samsung Gear VR still amazes as the most impressive virtual reality you can buy right now...
Published: 2015-06-07, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: It's been almost a month since we first got our hands on the new Samsung Gear VR for Galaxy S6 . Our review covered most of the bases, but after four weeks with the mobile virtual reality headset, we have a few more thoughts.Since running our new Gear VR...
Abstract: Samsung sells more Android devices than any other manufacturer, and thanks to some aggressive marketing, the Galaxy brand is almost synonymous with Android. Because of this, there's a lot of hype behind the newly released Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. As if that...
Abstract: For decades, virtual reality has been both a tech buzzword and the stuff of science fiction. But nowadays, it's something you can actually buy and experience for yourself thanks to products like Samsung 's005930.SE +4.86% Gear VR headset. Virtual reality ...
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Published: 2015-02-19, Author: Raymond , review by: mashable.com
Impressive virtual reality, Comfy to wear for long periods, Wireless, Responsive touchpad
Few VR apps in Oculus app store, Only works with Galaxy Note 4, Basically a developer kit
The Gear VR is an impressive showcase of what is possible with mobile VR, but you shouldn't buy it unless you're a developer looking to get a head start on building VR apps...
Fun and immersive VR experience for videos, games and virtual tours, Can control via touchpad or Bluetooth gaming controller, Lightweight and fairly portable design, Mostly smooth performance with low latency
Not enough content yet, Buggy at times, Works only with Galaxy Note 4
The Gear VR Innovator Edition sucks you into a thrilling and immersive 360-degree world of games, video and more, even if it’s only for early adopters right now. “Whoa, that’s totally insane. It’s like I’m in the movie theater.” — Tom’s Guide’s...
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
Immersive virtual reality experience, Comfortable, lightweight design, Flawless head tracking and responsive software
Innovator Edition features limited content, no thirdparty app support, Only works with Galaxy Note 4, Can cause headaches or eye strain over prolonged periods of use
It's rare that a piece of tech comes along and completely stuns me, but the Gear VR did it.Samsung's partnership with Oculus has produced a stunning virtual reality experience with the Gear VR and Galaxy Note 4. The platform still has a long way to go bef...
