Experience Virtual Reality with Samsung Gear VR Now Available in the Philippines

Today’s most anticipated virtual reality gadget, the Samsung Gear VR, is finally in the Philippines.

Samsung Electronics is moving towards the future by creating the first consumerized virtual reality headset that will transport you to another world. True to its tradition of innovation, Samsung is the first technology company to make virtual reality more powerful and more accessible to consumers globally with its game-changing Samsung Gear VR.

Now available in Samsung Experience Stores, the Samsung Gear VR adds a new dimension to your entertainment experience bringing to life 360 photos, 2D and 3D videos and games.

Fully compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge & S7, S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note5, the powerful Galaxy smartphones work together with the Gear VR to provide a truly immersive virtual reality experience.

Lightweight, comfortable, easy to wear and portable. Gear VR is packed with exciting content that brings you out-of-this-world experiences, next level cinema, and the ultimate gaming experience. You can step inside the scenes of your favorite movie and walk alongside your hero from VR-compatible movies on Netflix®.  Moreover, it offers 175 apps and over 30,000 content that you can download from the Oculus® store or access through the Samsung Internet app.

Samsung is offering the Gear VR for free to those who pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge or S7 from March 4-16, 2016. This exciting package comes with more gifts such as a one-year insurance against accidental damage and theft, and a free Micro USB connector. The Gear VR works seamlessly together with the Galaxy S7 line, which comes with ultra-powerful features to provide a viewing experience like no other smartphone can. The offer may be availed of using a zero percent installment plan for as long as 24 months (for Citibank and BDO credit cardholders), or 12 months (for cardholders of other banks).

Experience Virtual Reality with the Samsung Gear VR at Samsung Experience stores and authorized dealers nationwide. Can also be purchase for only P4,990.

See also: Samsung Philippines Unpacked Event 2016

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Samsung Galaxy Studio Opens Showcases Gear S2 and more

November 26, 2015 - Samsung invades SM Mall of Asia Globe for the exclusive launch of its Samsung Galaxy Studio, a space where their most innovative are visually presented and is open for experience. With every turn of the corner, get a chance to try out their edgy and noteworthy mobile devices, their newest revolutionary wearable, Audio and Multimedia accessories and immersive visuals.

 “Our starting point was a deep understanding of our consumers—what they wanted & what they really needed from their mobile device ecosystem. From there, we created technology designed to address their ever-evolving needs; but we also wanted to present these solutions in a way that sought to transform their usage experience, based on Samsung’s distinct brand of innovation,” explains Chad Sotelo, Head of Corporate Marketing at Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Samsung welcomed members of the media and celebrities to a unique visual display, transforming the SM Mall of Asia LED Globe into the world’s largest smartwatch, with real-life interactive stunts that demonstrated just how the new Gear S2 gets better with every turn.

Beautiful people captured by a beautiful smartphone. Francis Libiran For Gear S2. Samsung ambassadors and influencers show off their Gear S2.

The event introduced Samsung’s latest ambassadors and partnerships for Gear S2. Demonstrating the stylistic appeal of Gear S2 as a wearable tech accessory were internationally-recognized fashion-designer Francis Libiran, Top Fashion Photographer BJ Pascual, global Fashion Journalist & Blogger Ingrid Chua-Go, international model Kelsey Merritt, Radio DJ Andi Manzano, Top Lifestyle Bloggers Cecile Zamora Van Straten & Kelly Misa, and Club DJ & model Callum David. Bringing to life how the Gear S2 supports the active lifestyle of fitness enthusiasts were actor and triathlete Victor Basa, Top Fashion & Sports photographer and fitness evangelist Xander Angeles, together with the rest of his TriSixFiv triathlon team, as well as five of the top coaches from CrossfitMNL. Samsung Galaxy brand ambassador Liz Uy, as well as Rajo Laurel, Bubbles Paraiso, Carla Humphries, and many others who celebrated the successful launch.

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Leading jeweler Marilou Co of Marilou Jewellery created a strap that is encrusted with 200 VVS diamonds meticulously hand-set on genuine black calfskin leather, and complimented by an 18K platinum white gold lockset which was exclusively on display that evening was valued at PHP20million to commemorate the event.

 “We wanted to highlight what makes the Gear S2 a stunning, fashionable piece of wearable technology, and to underscore that, we paired it with a stunning diamond strap designed by acclaimed jeweler Marilou Co,” said Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head for IT & Mobile Business of Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Guests were given a preview of Gear S2 in-development technology where it was connected to Limited Edition Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Turbo via a third party app that lets users to lock and unlock the vehicle from his or her Gear S2.

The crowning jewel of the Samsung Galaxy Studio is, of course, the Gear S2 hub which allows guests to experience the revolutionary smartwatch with its fine craftsmanship, design, rotating bezel and features of the active Gear S2 and premium Gear S2 Classic. With its bright 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display with customize-able watch faces. Monitor your vital signs and activity levels with S Health App. Experience the fitness tracking capabilities of the Gear S2 through a stationary bike provided by Trek Bikes.

Read More >>> Samsung Gear S2 Impressions

As you turn you, the Galaxy Note 5 hub will allow visitors to experience the all-powerful S-Pen with fun activities like badge-making contest and caricature art-making activities.

Take another turn and leads you to Galaxy S6 edge+ hub where with its 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display, they are able to watch movies and play games in virtual reality virtual reality with Samsung Gear VR.

Onto the next corner is Samsung Level On Pro hub for audiophiles and music enthusiasts for aural experience of Samsung’s premium wireless headphones, earphones and speakers – with music spun through Samsung’s new music production & mixing app for smartphones - Samsung Soundcamp.

So What are you waiting for! Visit the Samsung Galaxy Studio from November 27 to December 5, 2015 at the SM Mall of Asia Cyberzone to experience the latest in Samsung’s mobile device innovations.

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