Top 5 Hidden Features on the Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition!
Note, this video was for the original Gear VR so some of these features only apply to that version, not the new one. :)
The Samsung Gear VR is Samsung's latest endeavor. They teamed up with Oculus to create an immersive and flat out AWESOME virtual reality experience. In this video I cover the top 5 hidden features on the Gear VR! If you have any questions on the Gear VR or have any video requests be sure to leave them in the comments below!
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Hey everyone! There seems to be a lot of confusion about this video. This is for the original Gear VR released for the Note 4 at the end of 2014. Some of these don't apply to the S6 version of the Gear VR nor the consumer version of the Gear VR that was released at the end of 2015. Please like this comment so people will see this before thinking the information in the video is incorrect. Thanks! :)
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
+mickskitz Thinking about it. It depends on if I can find 5 unique things that aren't already covered in this video haha :) Happy Easter by the way! :)
@QueenOfMud
8 жыл бұрын
+Techisode TV When someone says "Original Xbox" I think of the consumer version, not a development kit.
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
+Kevin McArthur I see your point, but the majority of people don't know what "dev kit" means and they would still assume it's the latest version/only version they are aware of. Saying "original" suggests that it's an older version so anyone watching this who owns an S7 would likely assume that this isn't for their newly released device. I thought about titling it "Note 4 version" but based on a lot of questions I've received, most people think that the latest headset covers all galaxy devices back to the Note 4. I also thought about "old" version, but people could confuse that for the S6 version, not the Note 4 version. Seems like there's no good way to make it clear without uploading a new video. I'm open to suggestions though :)
@QueenOfMud
8 жыл бұрын
+Techisode TV Since you asked, if you are clarifying what you really meant don't assume what people think, instead, educate them on actual terms. For example: In this case "Original Gear VR" = Innovator Edition
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
+Kevin McArthur Hey, just wanted to follow up. Thanks for the suggestion; it seems to be making a difference. I had forgotten that Samsung called this the innovator edition instead of something like "dev kit." So thanks for the reminder :)
Favorited this so I can try this when I get my S7and Gear VR, thanks for the info!
Just scored buying a "NIB" Sealed Innovator for Galaxy S6 off E-Bay for $120. Can't wait until it gets here! Great job on the video!
This was VERY helpful - especially the thing with the 3D movies and the Cardboard apps! Thank you so much!
Protip on the cardboard apps. Pay $1 and install the Cardboard for GearVR app. It solves both problems. 1) launching cardboard while plugged into usb. 2) Using the touch pad on the gearvr to act as the magnet switch. I really like it.
Dude you rock and the video editing rocks! The stretch and squish effect was great. The Bluetooth controller bit was great to know I can use my Wii controller and, finally, the bit about being able to use the cardboard app with the gear VR headset with a magnet was great!
@sharkhead611
8 жыл бұрын
I doesnt work anymore after the Android 4.2+ updates
Just bought one can't wait :) thanks for the video x
@helenmcinally-aitken7949
8 жыл бұрын
I am really liking this, unexpected n different from other sources of information technology xxx
Tips 5 through 3 either don't apply to me (my phone has no SD card) or are too esoteric, but tips 2, and especially 1, are great. I'm LOLing. I can't believe I didn't think to try that, just ignore the connector! So simple. Awesome. :-)
I really love how you explain things. Keep it up!
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Thanks for the tips. Loving my Gear VR!
Thank you very much! I am getting my Gear VR in the mail Thursday and my Note 4 this weekend. I am trying to learn all I can in advance.
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Let me know if you have any video requests!
@kelignassounou3841
8 жыл бұрын
+Techisode TV hi, i got the s6 edition of the vr and i use it with the s6. in my files folders in the phone, when i open the oculus fil, i find only one folder. i don't have your 6 folders ( movies, 360photo, 360videos..etc) i don't have these folders..
Like the Bible Versus. Keep up the great editing and content!
Great video my man. Keep it up!
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks! :)
Nice video, But the txt file for 3d videos is not necessary for 3DLR material, just create a subfolder called 3D in the my videos folder and put the 3D videos in that subfolder. It's also worth to mention that the Cardboard apps don't use the faster sensors of the Gear VR and not the optimized code with asynchronous timewarp and low persistence display, so the experience is not that good. Where did you find multiscreen formated video material?
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip with the 3D folder! And great point about the Cardboard app because you're right, the experience isn't nearly as good as the Oculus content. I'll be sure to mention those types of things in future videos. As far as multiscreen video goes, it'll take a lot of Google searching to find something because not many people have a triple screen setup in their homes so the market isn't quite there yet. I'd imagine that more multiscreen content will become available as virtual reality starts to pick up. Just like more 360 videos are already starting to be produced. If I find a great place to get multiscreen content from I'll be sure to post a link in the description.
seriously, and I never give ;ikes. Hidden feature 1 ,3, 4 are the best things I could find in the internet on VR
Well done - super helpful!
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad it helped!
@OscarUrbina
9 жыл бұрын
Techisode TV hey I was wondering if you had any luck with the gear Vr pairing with a Bluetooth controller ?? Because I am having trouble pairing my moga pocket with it but it does pair with my note4... And when I finally try to play a game on the gear VR it does nothing any ideas ??
@OscarUrbina
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks ***** , I bought a Moga hero and it works perfectly I was using previously the Mogul pocket which is not compatible because it does not have hid or an option to change it to B mode
@JweezyU2B
9 жыл бұрын
***** I just use the ps4 controller. It syncs up really easily. Much better $60 option
Hi. So helpful Thank you. Sooooo good and clear. I love the GearVR Note4 and G6 and can't wait to see how it develops over the next few years. I love watching movies in huge screens and I like space shooting apps.
Great vid, thank you!
I plan on buying one sometime this week
Super cool tips Works for the S7 Edge to !
@reallyWyrd
7 жыл бұрын
I bought an IPEGA PG-9021 for Minecraft Gear VR edition. It works fine. (Connects via bluetooth of course.) (It's got a general X-Box look and feel.)
It's one of the best videos I watched. Very helpful and simple. Thank u for that. I'm missing one feature that couldn't find a solution for. When on airplane I want to watch cinema that is still and doesn't need reorientation every few minutes when the plane is moving.
Hey Erik thank you for your videos. Can you make a vid on the new Gear VR Consumer edition?
Hi Eric. I copied a half SBS 3D to the 3D folder with all the text files etc. you mentioned in the movie but when I play the movie there is no sound, do you know why. it is an MKV format.... don't know where to get the mp4 movies..... thanks for you help
This guy really knows how to explain things super well only seen a few videos and sub already
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
+Alexander Gentry-Scott Thanks for the kind words and the sub! I've got something big coming up real soon :)
Great video!
Bro idk if you know how a top 5 video works but it shouldnt be 11 minutes long lol
Very Great Video!
great video!!
Hi, have you had any problems with overheating? I've just bought mine and read about the overheating, one said it was due to Chromecast being open on the phone. Have you had any problems at all with extended use?
I just ordered a Gear VR from Best Buy for $200 bucks. Just wish it was available in stores. I had to order it for delivery and its going to be about a week before it arrives. Cannot wait to start watching movies on it. Thanks for the great tips!
any idea of the ability to watch movies in Occulus cinema still works? I have some 3d movies on my PC I've been dieing to watch but have only been able to get it to play full screen on my phone, which is like trying to watch a movie with your nose to the TV screen.
for 3D video - found that if you create a folder named "3D" in the "My Videos", and just drag + drop the video and .png (.png optional) into that folder, it recognizes it as 3D and will play perfectly fine! for what i have tried so far anyways.
Chromecast no longer works with the Gear VR. Something to do with a recent Android update. Really stinks because I want to show it off.
hi, i got the s6 edition of the vr and i use it with the s6. in my files folders in the phone, when i open the oculus fil, i find only one folder. i don't have your 6 folders ( movies, 360photo, 360videos..etc) i don't have these folders..
Can i know what card reader is that when you suggesting to copy the memory card data to computer
Hi Techisode TV, I am having trouble with reading what goes into the "Text Document" are you able to post what this should be. Thank you very much LM xx
i guys i have a question, can u use this glasses to play some games on the computer?, i minecan u conect the glass on the pc? thx for the help
hi...the videos in my mobile playing through Samsung gear vr are not at all clear . pixels are clearly seen onthe screen. is there any option to come out of that?
Thanks a lot for this informative movies on You Tube. Helped a lot! grtz Aedriaen
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
thanks thanks and thanks. you are great!!
Nice video thanks...and yes I got my Samsung gear vr in the UK shipped from America well worth it jus luv it
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And yeah, I've had the Gear VR for a few weeks now and I still use it almost every day. I recommend the titans of space experience. It gets cooler as you go and has some pretty mind blowing space facts.
Nice vid. Just one question: can the videos display subtitles? Im not english so eventhou i understand pretty well im kinda acustumed to subtitles. So...we just put the .srt file same as always?
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
That's a great question. I'm honestly not sure. I haven't tried it myself, but I would guess that you can't. Instead you'll have to export the video with the subtitles as part of the video file, not a separate file. Let me know if you get it working.
Can you upload a copy of the content of the text file for watching 3D movies ? its really hard to read from the screen.. thanks
good video thanks
Need a video for the new GEAR VR 2016
Hope you can make the same video for Gear VR for note 5, thank you.
in the last feature you don't have to put your phone under the usb port. you can download package disabler pro and cancle the oculus apps so when you plug in the phone it doesn't open the normal menu
Thanks, great tips! I have a Gear VR and I won't to display a 3d .stp file on it , what is the easiest way to do it? I use a Mac and have downloaded Unity. Thanks
l liked the background HAHA
Please help. If you want to add a thumbnail to a video you place in the Oculus 360Videos folder, it has to be a .pvr file. At least that's the kind of files that the Samsung existing videos have in there. Do you know an easy way to create a .pvr file from a jpg or png. The png does not work.
How do you set up the wii controller, mine needs a pin/password
Great video. I hate to say it because it was full of almost literally every bit of info you would need to do this and I know that can be helpful for many people, but it was a pain to watch all the basic steps. I wish there was an abridged overview without all the tiny steps (like how to save a png).
@TechisodeTV
8 жыл бұрын
+Picodroid Thanks for the feedback! In hindsight, it probably would have been better to just add a link in the description to an article explaining how to do those simple things. I'll remember that for future videos. Thanks again! :)
Can we use Gear VR as an Occulus Rift VR ?
hy, nice vid. do you also know how to simply fast forward when watching a 360 video?
@doctaroxxo
8 жыл бұрын
+cefrio Tap once on the video while looking "forward", the starting direction. The pause/play, video tracking, etc should come up. Works in Oculus Video, Milk VR, and just about every other VR video app available in the Oculus Store
I was looking at buying one but already have a DK2 so feel its kind of pointless. I would like your thoughts though
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the super late response. I agree with your decision. It's basically just a portable DK2, with a bit less content. It's great for bringing to parties though. That's something you can't do with the DK2. Hope that helps!
@ImmersiveGamer83
9 жыл бұрын
Techisode TV Thank you
@rtcfpv1012
9 жыл бұрын
Techisode TV when I play frozen 3d sbs movie on my samsung gear vr for note 4, I see side by side screens and not 3d. How do I view it in 3d?
@paulclooney3531
8 жыл бұрын
+Ronnie Cuevas move it in to moves then back into 3d folder it work for me
@blabbermouth777
8 жыл бұрын
dk2 leaves you tethered to your pc. however dk2 has more occultist apps.
Great tips, however could you post the text for the 3d movies into the description so I can simply copy paste and change only the movie name.
Instead of using a magnet to make selections using Google Cardboard, you can stop the Gear VR Service before plugging into the headset. This works for both root and non-root users, for non-root, use Package Disabler Pro and disable the GEAR VR Service. Then plug in your Gear VR as normal and it won't auto-start the Oculus Home software, allowing you to utilize the selection button and charge port.
@brownboyrm213
8 жыл бұрын
Hey does it really work an u know where I can download 3d movies
@doctaroxxo
8 жыл бұрын
+Raul Miguel Yes it does, but no I will not help you find movies to download. If you do find some, I highly suggest putting your 3D movies directly in the Oculus/Movies/3D folder (create if not there), and view your movies in the Oculus Video app. Watching via the Oculus software vs Cardboard or just playing a pre-formatted 3D file will give you a better experience as the Oculus software is configured better for the Gear VR
@brownboyrm213
8 жыл бұрын
+doctaroxxo thank u man an last question would my directional pad on my vr work with Google cardboard if I do the package disabler method
@doctaroxxo
8 жыл бұрын
+Raul Miguel you're welcome! No, unfortunately I haven't been successful getting the directional pad to work with swiping so far. Right now tapping works, and the back button on the Gear VR functions as the phones back button would. Different than "back" during Oculus mode, a lot of times it will leave the Cardboard app being used
@brownboyrm213
8 жыл бұрын
+doctaroxxo thank you bro
Heloo one more thing what about 360 videos can i record my 360 videos and play it on gear vr just like demos and how would i do that suppose i want to record 360 videos for birthday pary can i play it 360 in gear would that be possible
I am about to buy a Kodak 360 camera. is it possible to add the files from the Kodak camera to the S6 so I can watch them in Samsung VR?
@jamesj999
8 жыл бұрын
+Alexandros Pertsinidis Yes, the Oculus Photo app already supports this.
Too bad the current version of the headset doesn't accept the Note 4 without some alteration to the case. Works fine after that, but the late 2015 model really should have been made to take basically any phone type, including the Note 4. They sadly discarded the memory card as well.
How do you connect your MOGA PRO POWER to the gear vr?
@johns00982
8 жыл бұрын
you connect the Power Pro with the phone.
Will the secret #1 work with the new gear vr? Does the connector port still move?
@protanopia
9 жыл бұрын
TacocatBackwards I dont recommend doing this with your gearVR.. looks like 1 of two things could happen. You'd bend the usb or you'd drop your phone.
@BronasBrothers
8 жыл бұрын
+TacocatBackwards I wouldnt recommend doing it. However there are lots of "service disable" apps you can get on the app store. You can disable the Gear VR service to stop it from auto loading when you clip in. Best part? Google cardboard is smart enough to use the touchpad on the Gear VR!
If I just purchase movies on Play shop will they be available on the VR or do I have to go and put them on the SD card that came with it. I'm not good with computers . Thanks
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
That's a great question. I'm honestly not sure. I'll have to test this out then get back to you.
@valerus03
9 жыл бұрын
Ok please do. Min comes in this week. Thanks again
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
I just got a movie on Google play so I should be able to try this out tonight. I'll let you know how it goes.
@valerus03
9 жыл бұрын
K thanks
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Francos Tacos Finally had a chance to test this out and it looks like you can't watch movies from Google Play Movies on the Gear VR. Hopefully that ability is added in a future update.
my gear vr doesn't read data from my sd card. no mater how many times I try or what file route I use.. please help
@rhoffman6527
8 жыл бұрын
watch the video step by step
thank you
so apparently this thing has been out for a while for the S6... and last year for the Note4.. So then why haven't I heard any hype for it or anyone online talking about it?
@beexo3587
8 жыл бұрын
consumer version just released
Note 4 as VR in front of your face? I also like to live dangerously
I got a samsung vr on ebay but they never sent me the micro sd with the soft wear on it
trying to connect thru Bluetooth on my Samsung Ocular VR S6 edge+ & S7 edge + Wii U pro controller & Wii remote. it's asking for password/key. can't type in required. what's the code?
@JORDANSLOCOMBE2000
7 жыл бұрын
mobileterminaluser try 0000
is there any place i can get the samsung gear vr sd card any where since they never sent me one when i bought my gear ve
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Someone just shared this link with me on Twitter. They said this worked for them as far as getting the material. However, the person who sold it to you should have sent you the SD card so I'd contact the seller first. Hopefully you get our all sorted out soon! savebro.com/youtube/GIvj-wdde2Y
I'm not alone in this. I think I deleted some of the files necessary for the Oculus Cinema to work. Right now it is asking to insert the SD card that came with it. This is just flat out frustrating that Samsung or Oculus doesn't make it available online due to licensing blah blah blah. Anyways, do you have any insight on this? A possible next video?
@sslim29205
9 жыл бұрын
www.reddit.com/r/GearVR/comments/2r5s8l/make_sure_to_backup_your_gear_vr_sd_card/
Just got my vr from Samsung on sale for $100.00, & love it... Except for the fact that there's no external (pass thru) charge port available. Thusly killing the battery, in a very short period of time.
@BronasBrothers
8 жыл бұрын
+Jeffrey Clements You sure? I got one and I have a port right on the bottom under the google part. ITs a small slit and blends in but it definitely has it.
@BizzMRK
8 жыл бұрын
+BronasBrothers the innovators doesnt have one but the release version has one.
@bscarl88
8 жыл бұрын
+TheLordOfWar I think it can only be used for charging though, I don't think it can upload information
@BizzMRK
8 жыл бұрын
Scott Bowser yes it is only for charging. If you want to transfer data you have to remove the phone and plug it in.
need help from u, gone every well, done as per ur video, only one issue "no voice" , can manage to make side by side image to singe image, manged to bring thumbnail except Voice, plz advice me what i am missing, video format is .mkv
instead of your number 1, you can get a package disabler and stop the gear vr service. then the oculus app won't start and you can use its touch pad and buttons
@TechisodeTV
7 жыл бұрын
+Jeff Wenz Good to know! Thanks! I'll remember that if I end up reviewing the new Gear VR :)
Don't worry I have just found a much better quality copy on youtube. Thank you LM xx
did they had a meeting saying why the 4 cant connect anymore
I have to use the, insert gear vr micro sd card into computer method. I successfully copied the contents that are on the gear vr sd to my computer in a folder. When I go to copy the data to the new micro sd it comes up with a message saying the disk is write-protected. Can someone please help, thank you.
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Hmmm... The Gear VR micro sd card shouldn't be write protected. Did you put it in the sd card adapter and put that into your computer? If you used the adapter then look on the left side of the adapter. You should see a small downward arrow and some text that says "Lock". To the left of that is a little switch that can move up or down. Push that switch to the up position so that it does NOT line up with the word "Lock". If it still doesn't work take the SD adapter out and look at the switch. I've occasionally seen that switch get pushed to the lock position when putting it into a tight SD card slot so make sure that doesn't keep happening when you put the card in. If the switch keeps getting pushed back into the lock position you could use a little piece of tape to help keep the switch in position. If that's not your problem then I'm honestly not sure how to fix that issue without searching through Google. I hope that helped!
@jephremackovic4804
9 жыл бұрын
Techisode TV thank you, the sd card i had bought was write protected. I figured it out and am thoroughly enjoying! Thank you for the sweet tips.
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
Jephre Mackovic Glad to hear you got it working!
techisode and this techisode with this techisode of this techisode of the last techisode hahaha i like how it sound
just want to know if gear VR is really worth buying? any suggestions?
@JohnJohn-eg5ms
8 жыл бұрын
+John thanks buddy
@samhewitt4940
8 жыл бұрын
+John its like $200 in my country is it still worth it?
@danielstrattonbury2984
8 жыл бұрын
+Esmat Ehsani Its right now really a gimmic. Its very pixilated. You can clearly see all the pixels.
@thedutchretrogamer
8 жыл бұрын
+Esmat Ehsani i payed 99 euro and its worth
@Ai-Galaxy-GS
8 жыл бұрын
+Daniel Strattonbury Actually even the Oculus rift, HTC vive, Sony all have the same issue so...you make your choice, but the Gear vr is much much much cheaper, then again of course, it's a beginner comparing to those big boys.
I think it's amazing can you get xbox one to play on it
can you record videos with this device
@doctaroxxo
8 жыл бұрын
+Andre Cooper No, the Gear VR has no recording hardware to make this work. You can use your phone and an app like Cardboard Camera to shoot your own 360 Pictures to view with the Gear VR, but to shoot 360 video you will either need a special camera/tripod, or an attachment+app for your phone.
The Feature no 1 is useless for phones S6, S7, S8 (without edge or +) as they are to small and you will simply loose them. I recommend turn of oculus application instead.
What launcher is that?
@TechisodeTV
9 жыл бұрын
That's TSF Shell. It's pretty awesome, but also pretty expensive (over $10). If you are heavily in to customization then it's definitely worth it though.
Casting dont work on Samsung S7. Or has anyone got it to work?
@rhoffman6527
8 жыл бұрын
do not use the usb connection
is the photo on your computer real?
What case do you have on your Note 4?
Didn't get the 3D movie section
this video completely KILLED ALL JOY of using the vr gear
@rhoffman6527
8 жыл бұрын
stupid comment !
Hey that's my phone
my gear vr did not come with a SD card.
@helenmcinally-aitken7949
8 жыл бұрын
Oculus
WTF? I didn't get an SD card with mine.
still the hottest phone in 2018 for $200
LOL could you repeat that plz.
can i use KZread on it?
@isaiahy011
8 жыл бұрын
nah mine can't
@Lemon.Icecream
8 жыл бұрын
+Crimson too bad!! thank you for ur time!
@mahidG
8 жыл бұрын
Use the samsung internet beta instead to watch videos or surf on the internet.
@Lemon.Icecream
8 жыл бұрын
+mahid gomampong oh i see!! youtube is the most important thing haha. Thank you!
@mahidG
8 жыл бұрын
+kpop1girl :) welcome
Any1 know how to get free movies for this?
@afrofaust1913
8 жыл бұрын
+Johnny H yes
If your a tech guy, why do you still have Windows 7...
what about poor ppl with note 5 ( like me ) who don't have facility to sd card. kindly make a video for that also.
Gear vr sucks