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.
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(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
Published: 2014-12-17, Author: Scott , review by: cnet.com
It's a relatively affordable VR accessory; it creates a betterthanexpected 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.
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 fullfledged PCbased Oculus software
The Gear VR Innovator Edition is a cool -- and very promising -- entry ticket for early adopters looking for an affordable taste of virtual reality....
Limited functionality, Extremely limited software library, Requires a Note 4, making it very expensive
Oculus VR and Samsung's Gear VR virtual reality headset is an enticing first taste of the potential future of a new medium. It's light, comfortable and -- most importantly -- accessible. Gear VR is the most usable virtual reality headset we've ever tried...
Published: 2014-12-12, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com
Man, VR is just so cool. I mean, ugh, I can't even verbalize how cool it is to have a VR headset hanging around my apartment, Advertisement, Gear VR is stupid simple so it's fantastic for introducing other people to VR. My co-workers had a blast passing i
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
Probably not. Unless you are a developer, this isnt even really meant for you. Yes Gear VR is super cool, and super promising for the future of virtual reality, but theres not enough to do quite yet to justify getting one. That is, unless you are a blee...
Abstract: On Wednesday morning, the Gear VR was completely sold out of stock, though Samsung tells us more units should be available by the middle of the day. We received our unit yesterday and in all our years of reviewing gadgets, we have never been so impressed....
Abstract: PreviousThe Gear VR is most impressive as a movie theater replacement. The Oculus Cinema app allows you to watch a lot of content, including your own. It offers a choice between a home theater, an IMAX movie theater, a theater on the moon, and just a void...
Abstract: On Tuesday, the first Samsung Gear VR units were shipped and we have been playing with our review unit for the past two hours. We will have a full review soon, but wanted to give our readers our first impressions of the Gear VR, which can only be used wit...
Abstract: On Saturday morning, Best Buy locations across the country received Samsung's new Gear VR virtual reality headset. Only locations in Los Angeles previously had them on display. For the most part, Best Buy isn't letting people actually try the headset yet,...
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Published: 2014-09-04, Author: Tim , review by: wired.com
Abstract: The new Galaxy Note 4 runs Android 4.4 KitKat and has a 5.7-inch AMOLED display with a 2,560 x 1,440 (Quad HD) resolution; that adds up to an incredibly sharp and colorful 518 ppi screen. Its cameras also get significant upgrades. Optical image stabilizat...
Affordable, Light and comfortable, Great head tracking, Simple setup
Drains phone battery, Not all phones compatible, Resolution depends on phone, Trackpad not great
What we think Marketed as an affordable way to jump into Virtual Reality (VR), the Samsung Gear VR is a solid performer, being considerably more comfortable than Google Cardboard. While it’s not as impressive as its PC and console-based competitors...
Good selection of software already available, Accurate performance, No wires to worry about, Works with most Bluetooth pads
Requires a Samsung phone to work, Limited power when compared to other VR headsets
As with all VR in 2016, there's no doubt that Samsung and Oculus are finding their feet with this device. No one truly knows what direction VR is going to take over the next few years, yet Gear VR does an excellent job of selling the dream. Sure, the so...
