Behind the Scenes: Samsung VR in Tahiti

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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Check out a behind the scenes look at the making of the Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition Tahiti experience. During the Billabong Pipe Masters Samsung teamed up with legendary surf filmmaker Taylor Steele and former World Champion C.J. Hobgood (USA) to bring you an unprecedented virtual reality experience at Teahupo'o.

Plus, experience the revolutionary technology here!

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