Samsung Introduces New Gear VR With Controller, Expanding Gear VR Ecosystem to Make VR Experiences Easier, More Enjoyable

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the Samsung
Gear VR with Controller powered by Oculus, the company’s first-ever Gear
VR headset with a controller. The Gear VR with Controller expands
Samsung’s virtual reality ecosystem and makes it easier for consumers to
enjoy Gear VR experiences.

For optimal play and convenience, the Controller features an ergonomic,
curved design, offering convenient one-hand control and better motion
interaction with minimized head movement for a comfortable user
experience. In addition, the Controller provides users with:

  • Various Motion Input for a Better VR Experience – The Touchpad
    provides quicker selection and interaction in VR apps, enabling
    various forms of motion, including the ability to point, drag and
    drop, tilt, shoot, among other actions, while the Trigger allows for
    enhanced gaming experiences.
  • Minimized Movement for Long-time Use – The Home, Volume and
    Back keys located on the Controller give users everything they need in
    easy reach so that they can keep their focus on immersive content.
  • A Secure Grip for Comfortable Play – Even during the most
    active movements, the Controller’s wrist strap offers a secure grip
    for comfortable and secure play.

“At Samsung, we are focused on setting and exceeding the standard for VR
experiences, making them even more accessible and delivering the highest
in quality,” said Younghee Lee, Executive Vice President of Mobile
Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “The Gear VR with
Controller expands our VR ecosystem to help consumers get more engaged
and immersed in VR content – whether it’s games or videos.”

For an expansive viewing experience, the Gear VR with Controller offers
42mm lenses with 101-degree FOV (Field of View) and advanced distortion
correction technology to minimize motion sickness. The Samsung Gear VR
with Controller will support both micro USB and USB Type-C port with a
converter in-box. Additionally, the Gear VR will have a strap on the
headset to hold the Controller when it is not in use.

The latest edition of the Samsung Gear VR is compatible with the Galaxy
S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6 edge+, S6 and S6 edge.

New Samsung Gear VR Product Specifications

             
    Samsung Gear VR with Controller       Controller

Dimension / Weight

  207.8 x 122.5 x 98.6mm / 345g  

Dimension / Weight

  108.1 x 48.1 x 38.2mm / 64.3g
Optical Lens   Φ42, FOV 101º x6.25  

Control & Function

  Touchpad (Clickable), Trigger, Home Key, Back Key, Volume Key
Sensor   Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Proximity   Sensor   Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Magnetic
Compatibility   Galaxy S7, S7 edge, Note5,

S6 edge+, S6, S6 edge

  Battery   AAA Battery * 2ea (1000mAh, average 2 hours of daily use will last
for 40 days)

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product
information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the
benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and
capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or
obligation.

About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Samsung Electronics America,
Inc. (SEA), is a recognized innovative leader in consumer electronics,
mobile devices and enterprise solutions. A wholly owned subsidiary of
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA is pushing beyond the limits of
today’s technology and providing consumers and organizations with a
portfolio of groundbreaking products in appliances, home entertainment,
Internet of Things, mobile computing, smartphones, virtual reality,
wireless infrastructure and wearables, in addition to offering leading
content and services related to mobile payments, 360-degree VR video,
customer support and more. Samsung is a pioneering leader in smartphones
and HDTVs in the U.S. and one of America’s fastest growing home
appliance brands. To discover more about Samsung, please visit www.samsung.com.
For the latest Samsung news, please visit news.samsung.com/us and
follow us @SamsungNewsUS.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes the future
with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining
the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras,
digital appliances, medical equipment, network systems, and
semiconductor and LED solutions. For the latest news, please visit the
Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.

Contacts

Allison+Partners for Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Alex
Pitocchelli, 646-428-0600
samsungmobile@allisonpr.com

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