[Q] Milk VR for UK users - Samsung Gear VR

Hi, i'm new to the forum and so glad there is one as it's helped me out alot whilst lurking here as there is not a ton of info on the Gear VR out there.
What i'd like to know is are there any UK users out there who have MIlk VR running or is it impossible until its released here in the UK?
Cheers :fingers-crossed:

Yup I have milk vr running on my imported headset. With no issues. I'm in the UK.
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gingerdude said:
Yup I have milk vr running on my imported headset. With no issues. I'm in the UK.
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Yeah got it running not long after i posted. Can't believe i forgot about Hola but not sure if some content was missing. Doesn't seem to be a lot on there.

The app doesn't appear in the Oculus store (when not wearing the Gear VR) when you are in the UK to download and install, but I used a VPN connection to pretend I was in the US and then I could download it. If you are already wearing the Gear VR, Milk VR appears in the store but it refuses to install it, giving an error.

jonstatt said:
The app doesn't appear in the Oculus store (when not wearing the Gear VR) when you are in the UK to download and install, but I used a VPN connection to pretend I was in the US and then I could download it. If you are already wearing the Gear VR, Milk VR appears in the store but it refuses to install it, giving an error.
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I used the Hola app and it can be downloaded when using gear vr or without. If you switch back to UK it disappears from the app when just using the phone.

I have the same issue in Germany. As soon as i get off the VPN the app disapears. Really anoying . Does anyone have a workaround for this or a clue when MILK will be international avaibale?

I personally just use MilkVR to play my local content mp4's in Canada. (had to VPN to get the app to show up in the first place)
I put the phone in airplane mode and the app doesn't get removed. Works for my purposes.
If you want to watch any of the MILK videos, download them while on VPN, then in airplane mode they will still be there.

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Gear VR pc mirror to use rift apps

So I got the Gear VR today. It's ****ing amazing.... So next step. How do I get this to mirror my pc so that I can use it to play apps set up for the Oculus Rift from my computer? Any ideas where to start? Must see Hawken...
Try https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.loxai.trinus.full
feltrockni said:
So I got the Gear VR today. It's ****ing amazing.... So next step. How do I get this to mirror my pc so that I can use it to play apps set up for the Oculus Rift from my computer? Any ideas where to start? Must see Hawken...
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I think for now there is no good solution yet because of too high latency for VR. But if you want to watch your own 2D/3D/360° movies you can just put them on the SD card of the Note 4 to watch in Gear VR.
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Try https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.loxai.trinus.full
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Has anyone given this a try?
Haze69 said:
Has anyone given this a try?
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I will try it tonight or tomorrow and come back here with some feedback.
Works
Haze69 said:
Has anyone given this a try?
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It works. But it's a method of screen mirroring to your device. Apparently there are some quirks that need to be worked out to get it fully operational. It requires an additional app for head tracking. Plus you need to basically mod every pc program you want to use to support what is essentially a false HMD. I'm still working on it.
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I think for now there is no good solution yet because of too high latency for VR. But if you want to watch your own 2D/3D/360° movies you can just put them on the SD card of the Note 4 to watch in Gear VR.
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I've also noticed a lot of latency issues with a lot of apps meant for cardboard versus the gear vr apps. Basically anything meant for cardboard is "ok" as far as head tracking goes. But the gear apps are nearly perfect. (you can use cardboard apps by sliding the phone into place while holding the usb connection tilted so it doesn't quite connect) As an example, I tried Vanguard V before it was released for gear using the cardboard version. The tracking lag was irritating to say the least. But when I tried the gear version, the tracking was perfect. This makes me hesitant on how well this will work in general. Though some of them are hit or miss on tracking. A few are almost as good as the gear vr stuff. Almost. I think the Gear VR headset may have additional tracking sensors built into it. After all, it says "mouse disconnected" when you remove the handset from the headset.
I think there is gyro in headset itself. There is folder called oculus in phone storage with "gyrocalibration" file inside
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That also could be calibration on the phone gyro.
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Use kinoconsole works great for me on note 4
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Be careful using the Gear VR with USB unplugged

I have already had a Gear start failing to connect due to this and is due to the short slack for the connection at the pivot point. Over extensions can result in connectivity issues after just a few times. If you notice more of a lag in connecting or you have to start pushing the connector area to get a connection, the damage is already done. I wonder how many returns Samsung might see due to this? Of course if they would make more effort with Youtube, video and Web apps as example, some of us might not be as compelled to using non Gear methods.
rushless said:
I have already had a Gear start failing to connect due to this and is due to the short slack for the connection at the pivot point. Over extensions can result in connectivity issues after just a few times. If you notice more of a lag in connecting or you have to start pushing the connector area to get a connection, the damage is already done. I wonder how many returns Samsung might see due to this? Of course if they would make more effort with Youtube, video and Web apps as example, some of us might not be as compelled to using non Gear methods.
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Yup better to freeze the app in titanium backup.
Is there a way to suspend the VR service with a easy app that does not require root?
I have the Note 4 and my Gear VR arrives Thursday.
Would like to check out the Google Cardboard stuff but the videos I have seen using the USB spring loaded connector......eek!
Gravity can be a b!tch expecially if your head is moving about.
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There currently is no app that can do this without root. To use apps out of the Oculus system, I bought a low cost VR set that I linked in a thread comparing VR units. I prefer the image being a little further back than my Note 4 Gear VR, so it is fun to try other apps and NOT wait for Oculus to allow certain apps (if ever). I would have preferred a less locked down Oculus system, but they are protective of the "experience" and want to also control the content. In their defense, both are for the most part understandable.
To rushless
But....but....but..... this is XDA! Somebody will figure a hack out.
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theshaz said:
To rushless
But....but....but..... this is XDA! Somebody will figure a hack out.
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I am hoping Kingroot gets updated to support the Note 4 on Lollipop since there is an app for that I used Kingroot on my Tab S 8.4 to enable card writes and freeze bloat. Would like to do the same with the Note 4.
Without root, like me and my S6, you can use Package Disabler pro to accomplish this.
Install, open, find app and disable it.
Thats how i play google cardboard on my VR

Using Gear VR from INDIA

hi friends. i am using Indian Note 4. i bought the Gear VR from Australia. initially i had lots of doubts regarding Device compatibility, as in India this kind of technology is very new and there won't be enough sources to help me in ease. so i decided to gather information from US, UK, Australia(currently Gear VR released in these places only). and i would like to share these with you all. especially to my fellow Indians.
First.
1. Gear VR (US,UK,Australia) Supports Indian Note 4(Lollipop). but prefer Australian model because it has the same model (SM-N910G)
2. Gear VR does not Shows videos is Full HD...not even 720P. it comes roughly around 480P but worth experiencing.
3. As Milk VR is only limited for US, i tried using it by faking my VPN. i tried with Hola App from play store. changed the region to US and Milk VR supports now.(No need of ROOT). but to use Milk VR in Gear VR, u need hola app to run in background which leads me to connect with Wifi or mobile network whenever i'm into Milk VR.
4. i am still trying to find a way to play 360 videos available in Youtube, but there are lot of 360 videos to download from various sites. i prefer airpano.com (Using IDM i am able download those videos and play it in Gear VR). Ultra HD 360 videos are not supported.
5. Gear VR has support to play all your mobile videos and photos. MP4 has support, but MKV is not supporting.
6. Mobile gets heated pretty quick while playing games. which leads me to remove my VR to cool down.
7. Battery Charge is reduced depending upon what you are watching. for movies it lasts for more than an hour, for games 20min max.
8. Gear VR can play all cardboard apps from Google Play Store but you need to attach the mobile without plugging the USB port.
9. Gear VR can be used to Play Porn Videos in 360. but still it is hard to find free videos. virtualrealporn.com has 360 and 180 videos but all are paid ones.
10. Most important thing. Back up all the contents available in the memory card came along with Gear VR. if you are using CCleaner app, it deletes all the contents. u can copy paste all the contents to your existing memory card. but remember it should be pasted in the root folder of your SD card.
That's all for now. please share your ideas and contents if you have anything to offer. Thanks.
thank you for this info I am from India too can we order it online? ?
if yes from where? I need it too if not online any other way to purchase ( I don't have anyone who can buy for me in US etc)
akshay0078 said:
thank you for this info I am from India too can we order it online? ?
if yes from where? I need it too if not online any other way to purchase ( I don't have anyone who can buy for me in US etc)
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sorry bro.. you can't order online.. because Currently Gear VR is available in samsung websites only (and Best buy in US). both these sites don't offer international shipping. i bought it from my friend who went to Australia..
Very usefull info ...Vijay....
1st thank from my side :thumbup:
No 9 is quite good
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Very usefull info ...Vijay....
1st thank from my side :thumbup:
No 9 is quite good
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Thank you :good:
Thank you for the information about gear VR compatibility to our device. Please keep us updated
patrickstevens21 said:
Thank you for the information about gear VR compatibility to our device. Please keep us updated
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sure:good:
Works perfectly !!!
Hey Vijay,
Thanks a lot for your valuable info. Had a lot of doubts regarding the compatibility issues with indian note 4. Saw your post and ordered through my cousin who came from the US last week. Glad to tell you that it works like a charm. The device just blows you away. It is an instant hit with all my family and friends. Its fun to watch other people tripping on it.:victory:
The Hola app is very useful for surfing content on the Milk vr.
The only issue I'm facing is the overheating problem. It works for about 20 min till I have to remove it for cooling it down.
Thanks Vijay,
Wouldn't have got this gem of a device if it wasn't for your post.
Cheers!!!
ashray_777 said:
Hey Vijay,
Thanks a lot for your valuable info. Had a lot of doubts regarding the compatibility issues with indian note 4. Saw your post and ordered through my cousin who came from the US last week. Glad to tell you that it works like a charm. The device just blows you away. It is an instant hit with all my family and friends. Its fun to watch other people tripping on it.:victory:
The Hola app is very useful for surfing content on the Milk vr.
The only issue I'm facing is the overheating problem. It works for about 20 min till I have to remove it for cooling it down.
Thanks Vijay,
Wouldn't have got this gem of a device if it wasn't for your post.
Cheers!!!
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:good::good: Cheers mate
Vijay1302 said:
hi friends. i am using Indian Note 4. i bought the Gear VR from Australia. initially i had lots of doubts regarding Device compatibility, as in India this kind of technology is very new and there won't be enough sources to help me in ease. so i decided to gather information from US, UK, Australia(currently Gear VR released in these places only). and i would like to share these with you all. especially to my fellow Indians.
First.
1. Gear VR (US,UK,Australia) Supports Indian Note 4(Lollipop). but prefer Australian model because it has the same model (SM-N910G)
2. Gear VR does not Shows videos is Full HD...not even 720P. it comes roughly around 480P but worth experiencing.
3. As Milk VR is only limited for US, i tried using it by faking my VPN. i tried with Hola App from play store. changed the region to US and Milk VR supports now.(No need of ROOT). but to use Milk VR in Gear VR, u need hola app to run in background which leads me to connect with Wifi or mobile network whenever i'm into Milk VR.
4. i am still trying to find a way to play 360 videos available in Youtube, but there are lot of 360 videos to download from various sites. i prefer airpano.com (Using IDM i am able download those videos and play it in Gear VR). Ultra HD 360 videos are not supported.
5. Gear VR has support to play all your mobile videos and photos. MP4 has support, but MKV is not supporting.
6. Mobile gets heated pretty quick while playing games. which leads me to remove my VR to cool down.
7. Battery Charge is reduced depending upon what you are watching. for movies it lasts for more than an hour, for games 20min max.
8. Gear VR can play all cardboard apps from Google Play Store but you need to attach the mobile without plugging the USB port.
9. Gear VR can be used to Play Porn Videos in 360. but still it is hard to find free videos. virtualrealporn.com has 360 and 180 videos but all are paid ones.
10. Most important thing. Back up all the contents available in the memory card came along with Gear VR. if you are using CCleaner app, it deletes all the contents. u can copy paste all the contents to your existing memory card. but remember it should be pasted in the root folder of your SD card.
That's all for now. please share your ideas and contents if you have anything to offer. Thanks.
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Thanks for the review.
I got the Gear VR for the note 4 from USA.
issue is that , when I try to download the firmware for the phone(after connecting it to the Gear VR). It keeps failing with a "network error".
Do I need to be running on a specific kernel or the stock kernel should be sufficient (I have the Indian snapdragon note 4)
Regards,
V
Vinay Das said:
Thanks for the review.
I got the Gear VR for the note 4 from USA.
issue is that , when I try to download the firmware for the phone(after connecting it to the Gear VR). It keeps failing with a "network error".
Do I need to be running on a specific kernel or the stock kernel should be sufficient (I have the Indian snapdragon note 4)
Regards,
V
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"Download the firmware"???? do u mean the installation process of Gear VR Apps??? btw i have not tried custom kernel yet. stock kernel should work fine in Indian Model Note 4. u may actually have network error it seems.
Thank for the detailed information broo[emoji106]
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Thanks for sharing the information mate, i am also from India, samsung has released Consumer version of the gear vr today, any Idea if it would be compatible with samsung s6 edge+ which i have bought here in India, does it require any specific software update which will not be available in India?
Thanks
Yes it is compatible with s6 edge +

Any thread with links for 3D 360 downloadable videos for the Gear VR

All I could find is 3D porn, which is amazing, but I'd like to download immersive live experiences, visit far away countrys, jump from plane, drive a F1 car, get into a crazy roller coaster, is there a thread in xda with this kind of content, maybe a website different from 360videos?
+1
There is milk vr on the oculus store or you can play all the 360 youtube videos through the new gear vr browser
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Some vids to share
Hi, i got some videos to share:
1drv.ms\1YMZbWY (convert slash)
Its a 4k 3d video from youtube, i downloaded it and placed it to the Oculus/360Video folder of my device and it appeared in Oculus 360videos app - in My section
I watched like 30 of this kind of videos and decided to keep only this, so its my personal best
dimkk said:
Hi, i got some videos to share:
1drv.ms\1YMZbWY (convert slash)
Its a 4k 3d video from youtube, i downloaded it and placed it to the Oculus/360Video folder of my device and it appeared in Oculus 360videos app - in My section
I watched like 30 of this kind of videos and decided to keep only this, so its my personal best
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where do i have to put files i downloaded on my phone???
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where do i have to put files i downloaded on my phone???
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As I wrote, go to your phone, to folder - Oculus, then 360Videos and put it there.
Then open 360Videos app and it will appear right in front of you.
somebody use intugame vr??? i think it's really nice working...
I like using MilkVR over Oculus 360. Anyone else prefer that app?
SketchyStunts said:
I like using MilkVR over Oculus 360. Anyone else prefer that app?
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MilkVr, but both have some good selections.
I can't see MilkVR in Oculas store anyone have a link or APK?
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I can't see MilkVR in Oculas store anyone have a link or APK?
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This is an old version but once it's installed you should be able to update to the latest. Any issues and I'll grab the latest
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vjhucmbkk69z2io/com.samsung.vrvideo.ver.1.22.build.122.apk?dl=0
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sawdoctor said:
This is an old version but once it's installed you should be able to update to the latest. Any issues and I'll grab the latest
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vjhucmbkk69z2io/com.samsung.vrvideo.ver.1.22.build.122.apk?dl=0
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Thank you
ispooler said:
All I could find is 3D porn, which is amazing, but I'd like to download immersive live experiences, visit far away countrys, jump from plane, drive a F1 car, get into a crazy roller coaster, is there a thread in xda with this kind of content, maybe a website different from 360videos?
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I want to drive a F1 car with a naked lady in my lap. Devs, make it happen. Lol
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I want to drive a F1 car with a naked lady in my lap. Devs, make it happen. Lol
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I think you need Dream VR, currently Gear VR is not able to do this ... lol
yes I cant find milk vr also is it only a usa thing? I bought the consumer version at Bahrain 2 days ago. Thanks
avenging said:
yes I cant find milk vr also is it only a usa thing? I bought the consumer version at Bahrain 2 days ago. Thanks
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You can download it using VPN.. i am in india.. i can use Milk VR without any glitches

Activating 6-game pre-order bundle before received Gear VR

Friday I bought my S7 but they didn't have any Gear VR's at the particular Costco I visited. I sent in the form for the bundle but it says it may take up to six weeks to receive. In the meantime the 6-Game bundle redemption instructions say I have to open the Oculus app on my S7 and claim the games by 4/20. I'll probably have it by then, but was hoping to activate the bundle before then.
I have a Note4 and the original Gear VR. The micro USB plug on that one doesn't fit the S7 because of a little notch, I think.
Any ideas on sideloading the Oculus app and/or claiming the bundle?
Bonus points: I bought my wife an S7 too. I guess I'll setup a second account in case there is something multiplayer. Any other interesting ideas to do with the second bundle?
You can use Nova Launcher to put an activity icon on the home screen but make it go to Oculus setup. This way you will be able to install the Oculus app and download the free games because you're on the Galaxy phone
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That worked. I did an Activity that launched the Gear VR Setup.
The games included:
Darknet - was never interested
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes - Looks fun but hadn't bought it
Star Chart
Anshar 2 - I bought it in January...
Herobound: Spirit Champion
Drift
Thanks!
Nice, thanks! It's a shame we have to wait for shipment for the GearVR promo.
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You can use Nova Launcher to put an activity icon on the home screen but make it go to Oculus setup. This way you will be able to install the Oculus app and download the free games because you're on the Galaxy phone
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Oculus is not listed
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Oculus is not listed
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Gear vr setup wizard is what it is listed in the activities through nova.
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vanstrien said:
That worked. I did an Activity that launched the Gear VR Setup.
The games included:
Darknet - was never interested
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes - Looks fun but hadn't bought it
Star Chart
Anshar 2 - I bought it in January...
Herobound: Spirit Champion
Drift
Thanks!
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Herobound was a great and fun game. Many hours of enjoyment, and it did great progressively harder, but still was able to beat the final boss fairly easily. Beautiful graphic, and responsive on my gamepad by Moga
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Herobound was a great and fun game. Many hours of enjoyment, and it did great progressively harder, but still was able to beat the final boss fairly easily. Beautiful graphic, and responsive on my gamepad by Moga
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I thought it was a pretty good time waster. Reminds me of Zelda.
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Naemion said:
I thought it was a pretty good time waster. Reminds me of Zelda.
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and I love the way the little guy looks up at you if you leave him standing in one spot too long
Does anyone know if there is a way to get the game bundle outside of USA?
Or if it's possible to setup multiple accounts and get the same bundle?

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