Daydream View Google VR/AR headsets
| Basic specs | Price: $ 7968 €60 £8,928 ¥ |
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| Manufacturer | |
| Category | Smartphone VR |
| Requirement | Android |
| Resolution | — |
| Field of view (FOV) | 90° |
| Release date | 2016 |
| Country | United States |
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Google Daydream View review
The Google Daydream View (2016) is a smartphone VR headset made by Google.
A more recent version of this mobile virtual reality headset is available, the Daydream View 2 (2017). The latter provides a wider FoV (Field of View) and more comfort.
This wireless VR headset is compatible with Google’s Pixel smartphones as well as smartphones from other brands.
Daydream View (2016) main features
- Daydream controller: for more intuitive control in-game.
- Comfort: users can wear this headset over their glasses. It is also possible to remove the soft fabric liner to wash it when necessary.
- Daydream content platform: users have access to hundreds of games and VR apps.
Google Daydream View price
This Google smartphone VR headset is available at the manufacturer price of $79 (see on Amazon). It is available in three different colors: Snow, Slate, and Crimson.
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General |
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| Model | Daydream View |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Price | $ 7968 €60 £8,928 ¥ |
| Release date | 2016 |
| Country | United States |
| Status | Available |
| Category | Smartphone VR |
| Requirement | Android |
| Content platform | Google Play Store, Google Daydream |
Display |
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| Display type | — |
| Resolution | — |
| Refresh rate | — |
| Field of view (FOV) | 90° |
| Field of view (vertical) | — |
VR/AR Experience |
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| Room scale The device is able to precisely position itself in 3D within a given room volume. Also called 6DoF. | No |
| 360° tracking The minimum capability required to produce an immersive experience. Also called 3DoF. | Yes |
| Positional tracking Positional tracking allows the device to precisely position itself. | No |
| Built-in front camera A front facing cameras allows to see the real world without taking the device off. | No |
| Eye tracking Tracking the user’s gaze to improve image sharpness and detail specifically where the user is looking. | No |
| Hand tracking Hand tracking allows direct interactions with hand gestures, without requiring controllers. | No |
| Proximity sensor The proximity sensor detects when the headset is on the user’s face and can pause the headset when the users removes it. | No |
| 3D scanning | No |
Features |
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| Usable with glasses | Yes |
| Cooling system | No |
| Built-in headphones | No |
| Built-in microphone | No |
Controllers |
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| Optional controller | Daydream controller |
| Compatible with third-party controllers | No |
Compatibility |
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| Min CPU (Processor) | — |
| Min GPU (Graphic Processor) | — |
| Min RAM (Memory) | — |
| OS | — |
| Screen size (mobile) | — |
| OS (mobile) | Android |
Hardware |
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| Weight | 220 g7.76 oz |
| Dimensions | 167 × 106 × 99 mm6.57 × 4.17 × 3.9 in |
| Battery life | — |
| Fit | Adjustable strap |
| Build materials | Washable fabric |
| IPD adjustment | No |
| Lens-to-eye adjustment | No |
Connectivity |
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| USB | No |
| Micro USB | No |
| DisplayPort | No |
| mini DisplayPort | No |
| HDMI | No |
| Micro SD Card | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Wifi | No |
Google Daydream View tests and ratings
Amazon
TechRadar
CNET
Wareable
Krystal Key
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