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  1. Android News

    Google's Daydream platform for Android includes reference designs for a headset and controller

    During the VR section of the Google I/O 2016 keynote, we learned that Google had created reference designs for their Daydream platform. This will help manufacturers create both a headset and a motion controller for those devices that will be considered VR-ready.
  2. Android News

    There have been 50 million Google Cardboard VR apps installed from the Play Store

    During the Android VR section of Google I/O 2016, we learned some stats about Google Cardboard applications in Google Play. Google says there have been 50 million installs for applications that have been published for Google Cardboard.
  3. Android News

    Google confirms a high-performance VR Mode is coming to Android N, called Daydream

    There have been reports of Android VR over the last couple of months and today the news is official. Google has confirmed that they have built a high-performance VR mode into Android N. Android devices will need to meet a certain number of requirements in order to be considered "vr ready" (like...
  4. Android News

    Google will create an interior mapping platform for Project Tango

    According to Bloomberg, a VR headset powered by Project Tango won't just be for fun and games. Google is reportedly looking to make an indoor mapping platform. They'll offer this platform to businesses who want to map their buildings so they can give virtual tours.
  5. Android News

    Android VR gets spotted in the Google Play Developer Console

    There's been a lot of rumors going around lately that claim Google is getting ready to announce a dedicated Android VR headset at Google I/O next week. Adding more fuel to the fire, Android Police has just spotted an Android VR placeholder in the Google Play Developer Console.
  6. Android News

    Google is rumored to announce Android VR next week

    A couple of leaksters have corroborated thoughts of Google announcing Android VR next week at Google IO. According to Peter Rojas, Android VR is a virtual reality headset. It's a standalone unit that is said to be lesser than the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift in terms of power. Evan Blass -- another...
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    Google's Lockheimer talks about the future of Android

    In an interview with Bloomberg, Google's Lockheimer talks about what's to come with Android while also talking about how Google is working to ensure regulators don't hinder the ecosystem's current dominance in the marketplace.