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    December 13, 2013
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
 
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5 out of 5
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Fantastic Introduction to what's to come
on January 4, 2016
Posted by: InLosAngeles
from Los Angeles,CA
I think this is a fantastic introduction to a technology that is going to change the way we view media for many many folks in the years to come. The potential is limitless.
First, I have a Note 5. Some people have overheating issues with the S6. As I am someone who reads forums, nobody is having this issue with the Note 5. I have used the device for up to 4 hours and not one issue of overheating.
VR does drain the phone battery quite a bit so its a good idea to fully charge your phone before using this if you are going to be using it for a few hours. It does have a MicroUSB cord to connect to on the device itself, but that can limit your turning of your head...so for Netflix or more stationary type views that's fine.
There are a large number of apps available in the Oculus Store showing off gaming, 360 videos, 3D in 360, music, educational, science, social, etc. Most applications are either free and all the way up to about $20. Most are less than $10 or free. The one negative is that the Oculus Store is currently an app on your phone or via watching on the Gear VR and the ratings don't allow for any commentary. Also, the store is sort of chaotically organized, so hopefully they will improve that over time. You are also unable to view the store on a PC (yet). I highly recommend viewing the store via the app and not using the Gear VR as there are many apps in the app that you won't see via the GearVR view. It's also organized a slightly better. Also, be aware that you don't get notified of updates that you need. You'll only see them if you occasionally browse you library within the store app. I recommend you download updates when you are NOT using your GearVR.
Keep in mind that this is the first of a new technology. Resolution is low. Its kind of like looking through a screen door. HOWEVER, I will say that you quickly forget about that as you are so immersed in what you are viewing. Some of the apps and videos are fantastic immersive experiences. Some that come to mind and I highly recommend are Ocean Rift, MilkVR (has several fantastic videos), Marvel Avengers, Titans of Space, Dreadhalls, Gunjack, Esper 2, Herobound Spirit Champion, Anshar Wars 2, Lands End, Jurassic World, Cirque Du Soleil Kurios, Netflix, VRSE, Flickr VR.
Set up was easy. I don't find the headset particularly as comfortable as others say, but it's not very uncomfortable. I put most of the weight on the top strap and that helps a lot. The phone makes it heavier. I suspect that upcoming devices that don't leverage a phone, but rather a PC or PS4 will be more comfortable (e.g. Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, PlaystationVR). Regardless, this is the first true consumer mobile experience without be tethered to something...other than the Google Cardboard and those equivalents and this is 10X better than that.
I got the Moga Power Pro controller to play with certain games that require a controller. It works quite well via Bluetooth. Keep in mind that this controller has two connection options, an A and B. Make sure you use option B. It will disconnect if you put the controller aside for a bit and aren't using it. If that happens, just turn the controller off, and then back to B and it should connect fine. Always does for me.
Everyone, except for my brother who refused to try it, has LOVED what they experienced. Everyone has commented on the potential. Just keep in mind when setting your expectations that this is similar to when cell phones first came out. Its a new technology. It will only get better with subsequent iterations. It will only get lighter. It will only get better resolution as prices for technology come down and newer technology comes out. However, you can't go wrong if you have one of the 4 phones that support this. Again, I recommend a Note 5 since it has a slightly better field of view than the S6 (at the expense of a negligible lower resolution (PPI)...though to me the FOV is more important for immersion), the Note 5 doesn't overhead, has more memory, and a larger battery.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Talk for longer on your Apple iPhone 5 or 5s with this Belkin Grip F8W292TTC02 case, which features a rechargeable 2000 mAh battery to extend your phone's talk time by up to 8 hours. Durable plastic material helps protect your phone.
 
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2 out of 5
2
Poor design
on December 13, 2013
Posted by: InLosAngeles
from Los Angeles,CA
For simply backing up battery, it's fine. However I found the buttons for volume and the power button way too stiff. Also trying to get to the switch to put your phone on vibrate is a pain if you don't have long fingernails. Being a male, I normally cut mine. Since it is bulky compared to not having a case for my Iphone 5, I would normally only use the case when traveling or when I know I'm not going to be by a charger for most of the day...especially since it is not easy to get it out of the case. It's not like others where you simply pull the bottom. Instead you try with you nails to wedge between the side of the case. I was afraid id break it sometimes. Returning it to the store. Considering its design, this is way over priced.
What's great about it: Battery life
What's not so great: Hard to push buttons, hard to access volume toggle, not easy to take out of case, cannot use angled ear buds w/o adapter
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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