Gear VR

kjl wrote: »

I'm the OP of this thread and I have had if for about 10 months now.

There is definitely a wow factor, but the cinema for example is not useable except as a demo. 99% of the games are second rate at best and no matter how immersive it is it's hard to get past the i have this big yolk strapped to my head feeling.

Lack of positional tracking is an issue too, but I would recommend the VR Porn but there is an issue with that too as the only player that plays the files is called MilkVR and is not available outside the states. You can VPN and install it that way though.

I look forward to seeing this medium mature in the coming years. The quality software will come in time. Mostly on the PC side of things. I can imagine that the games on mobile seem gimmicky and tacky. The ones on Google Cardboard certainly are. Hoping that Oculus and Vive VR and PS4 VR deliver big time on the promises, since 2012 in Oculus's case.

With cockpit type games like space, car and flight sims maybe you can imagine that you are wearing a helmet. I thought the ergonomics might not be too bad on the consumer headsets. Oculus used the word "disappears" for the sensation of wearing the consumer Rift, like wearing a baseball cap. It just slips on and off seemlessly. I'm actually feeling burnt out from waiting. The big VR players need to deliver a killer app and/or at least an awesome game if not two that are going to make you want to buy it as soon as you've tried it.

Back in stock in Samsung uk...my s6 note edge plus can't wait. ..

Just ordered one from Samsung UK along with my new S6 Edge plus from Amazon france. Received shipping confirmation already to parcel motel so all good. Was concerned because last order i placed to Samsung UK was rejected as they say they won't deliver to mail forwarding services. Seems they are not bothered about sending the gear vr to Parcel Motel users. I expect Parcel Wizard users should be ok too for those who are near enough to a PM locker.

Just got mine delivered :-) bit of a step up from google cardboard. now to find some good apps... recommendations welcome!

Anyone any idea how quick they ship the Gear VR? I ordered on Sunday but as of this evening its still showing as "In progress".. Me is worried there might be a problem using PM etc.

Thanks

paddydriver wrote: »

Anyone any idea how quick they ship the Gear VR? I ordered on Sunday but as of this evening its still showing as "In progress".. Me is worried there might be a problem using PM etc.

Thanks

Samsung were great. Mine was shipped within an hour. It was a weekday though.

It took a bit longer for parcel motel than usual. But given the time of year that is expected. It spend an extra day or so in Belfast.

When you get your tracking number from Samsung go to the Parcel Motel website and put it in. It will increase your liability cover from €100 to €250 for free.

paddydriver wrote: »

Thanks all, gonna call them now. Still showing as "In Progress". Probably my luck that it wasn't actually in stock...:rolleyes:

In Stock actually meant Out of Stock it seems.. I've to wait for next delivery.

Is it possibly the Innovator Edition that they are selling? Consumer Edition is £80 but Innovator Edition is much more.

Got mine 2 days before Christmas, great piece of kit.

paddydriver wrote: »

Is it possibly the Innovator Edition that they are selling? Consumer Edition is £80 but Innovator Edition is much more.

Got mine 2 days before Christmas, great piece of kit.

I'm not sure but that would be very sneaky if they were. There was no advertising stating it was a consumer or innovator edition. I just naturally assumed it was the consumer edition as the innovator edition was not intended for consumers ergo they wouldn't be selling innovator edition in shops. It wouldn't make sense to be selling a product that apps are no longer being developed for as the Note4 processors are less powerful than the newer phones.

The consumer edition works with the high end Samsung phones released in 2015, the innovator edition works with the note 4 only. Another difference between innovator and consumer edition is ergonomics. The consumer is lighter and more comfortable. Also the innovator edition overheats your phone after 20-30 mins of use.

Got this....its awesome. ..wonder what is the best 360 cam to buy...they all seem very expensive

Where is the best place to pick one of these up or are they only available with the S7 at the moment? What kind of price will they be on their own? I'm not due an upgrade at present unfortunately.

breeno wrote: »

Where is the best place to pick one of these up or are they only available with the S7 at the moment? What kind of price will they be on their own? I'm not due an upgrade at present unfortunately.

I'd key an eye on adverts, they are about €100 new off amazon delivered, so use that as a basis for negotiation. I would imagine with loads of them being given away free with the S7 a few we end up cheapish on adverts.

Land's End is 33% off in the Oculus store at the moment. It is an excellent showcase of the VR's capabilities. It does not require a controller and is very well made, it's a bit easy and a bit short but it does a great job of showcasing the VR capabilities for showing other people. I played it all the way through and so did 2 of my kids.
Dead Gear is well recommended as well and I have Dl'd it but not tried it yet, apparently it is good for @6 hours of gameplay. Will provide more feedback on this later.