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Samsung Gear VR (2016)

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    84 Engadget Score
    There's a lot to like about this in spite of a few flaws.
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    There's a lot to like about this in spite of a few flaws.

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    Samsung's latest Gear VR is a joy to wear, and it's even more immersive than before. It's an easy buy if you own a Samsung phone, but be aware that Google's Daydream VR platform is on the horizon.

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    Pros
    • Comfortable and easy to wear
    • Larger field of view than before
    • Large library of VR content
    • Inexpensive
    Cons
    • Only works with recent Samsung phones
    • Could quickly be overshadowed by Android Daydream headsets

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    84 Engadget Score
    There's a lot to like about this in spite of a few flaws.
    84

    There's a lot to like about this in spite of a few flaws.

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