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Seizures
Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have severe dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts
triggered by light flashes or patterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV, playing video
games or experiencing virtual reality, even if they have never had a seizure or blackout before or have
no history of seizures or epilepsy. Such seizures are more common in children and young people
under the age of 20. Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptoms linked to
an epileptic condition should consult a physician before using the Gear VR.
Children
The Gear VR should not be used by children under the age of 13. Adults should monitor children
(age 13 and older) who are using or have used the Gear VR for any of the symptoms described below,
and should limit the time children spend using the Gear VR and ensure they take breaks during use.
Prolonged use should be avoided, as this could negatively impact hand-eye coordination, balance,
and multi-tasking ability. Adults should monitor children closely during and after use of the Gear VR
for any decrease in these abilities.
