Samsung Gear VR Unboxing


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Samsung launched the new Gear VR Powered by Oculus in India last month for Rs. 8200 (MRP). Here we have the unboxing of the VR headset.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6UbFeVKj8o

Box Contents

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  • Samsung Gear VR headset in Frost White color
  • Straps
  • User Manual

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The ew Gear VR is compatible only with Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge smartphones. Since this uses Oculus technology, the quality is better than other VR headsets.

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It has two fixed lenses for 96-degree field of view and has interpupillary distance coverage between 55 and 71mm. It has Accelerometer, Gyrometer and Proximity sensor for mount and unmount detection. There is a foam cushioning that makes it comfortable to wear.

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It has an adjustment knob on the top and is 22% lighter than previous Gear VR Innovator Edition. 

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It has a touchpad on the side that provides easier control to access movies, gaming, 360 degree video and experiential content.

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Unlike other VR headsets, this connects to the phone using micro USB slot and automatically offers options to download and installed the required software and apps.

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The Samsung Gear VR is available from Flipkart and Samsung India eStore online in India for Rs. 7,900. It is also be available from select offline stores including Croma and Reliance Digital.

Srivatsan contributed to this post


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