Can I use the Samsung Gear VR with Google Cardboard apps

[Dugan Kniesteadt]

I am planning on getting the Samsung Gear VR and I see there are apps in the Google play store and Google cardboard app. I was wondering if these apps are compatible with the Samsung gear VR.

 

[lurch914]

You can just don't plug your phone into the vr lift the flap and place phone underneath would be easier with controller as can't use buttons on vr

 

[jparker71]

I watched a youtube video on this. Involves downloading Package Disabler, opening it, and checking Gear VR Service box. Oculus won't open with the phone in the headset. I tried it and it works.

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[athomas917]

A lot of the apps in the play store can be found in the Samsung store as well. The ones that are actually made for the gear tend to run smoother than the cardboard counterparts..

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[KillerQ]

I watched a youtube video on this. Involves downloading Package Disabler, opening it, and checking Gear VR Service box. Oculus won't open with the phone in the headset. I tried it and it works.

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This also allows you to STILL use the trackpad functionality on the GearVR headset as well.... Bonus!

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