Samsung launches new Gear VR headset in India for Rs. 7290


Samsung Gear VR Note7

Samsung has launched the new Gear VR headset for the Galaxy Note7 in India along with the Galaxy Note7. It has the same design as the previous Gear VR, but the Field of View (viewing angle) has been increased from 96 degrees to 101 degrees for an immersive video and gaming experience.

Samsung Gear VR Note7

Even though it has USB Typ-C connectivity for the Galaxy Note7, it also comes with a micro USB connector to use it with Galaxy S7, S7 Edge, Note 5, S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+ smartphones.

Highlights of new Samsung Gear VR

  • Dimension: 207.8 x 122.5 x 98.6 mm; Weight: 345g
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Proximity (Mount/Unmount Detection)
  • Field of View: 101 degrees
  • Compatibility: USB Type-C and Micro USB port connection to the Galaxy Note7, S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+

The new Samsung Gear VR comes in Blue Black color and is priced at Rs. 7290. It will be available along with the Galaxy Note7 starting from September 2nd. As a part of launch offer, Samsung is offering the Gear VR for Rs. 1990 for Note7 pre-bookings from 22nd to 30th August.


Author: Srivatsan Sridhar

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