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  1. nextappsgen

    Vr checker

    VR checker is free and simple app that check compatibility of your device with vr technology. VR is now widely used when watching videos, in various games and applications, as well as for controlling drone. This application is very useful when you buy a new phone or tablet and are not aware of...
  2. Android News

    Qualcomm announces new VR headset design for the Snapdragon 845

    Qualcomm has announced a new reference design for its Snapdragon Mobile VR platform. This new headset, based on the Snapdragon 845, will be 30% faster and use 30% less power than the Snapdragon 835 version.
  3. Android News

    How does the Oculus Go stack up against the Samsung Gear VR

    Now that the Oculus Go has been announced, the folks at Android Central takes a look at how the standalone VR headset stacks up against the Samsung Gear VR.
  4. Android News

    Chromecast Ultra delivers the best casting experience with Daydream

    After some extensive testing, it looks like the Chromecast Ultra is going to offer the best experience for Daydream users.
  5. Android News

    How to stream Daydream games to Twitch?

    Twitch streaming is now an integral part of modern gaming and as such any chance to stream new or unique content is going to be worthwhile for any streamer. There are a lot of fun, interesting apps and games available for Daydream that would be worth streaming and with a little leg work you...
  6. Android News

    Opera makes it easier to switch online videos between browsers and VR headsets

    While Google's Chrome team has been busy working on VR web browsing, Opera decided to focus on solving one particular pain point: switching online videos between desktop browsers and VR headsets.
  7. Android News

    So Let Us Melt is a new Daydream-only game on the Play Store

    Indie developer The Chinese Room is releasing its first-ever virtual reality game. So Let Us Melt is a sci-fi parable about a machine lost in a paradise of its own making. Exclusively available on Google's Daydream VR platform.
  8. Android News

    Google launches new VR experience as a tribute to 'West Side Story'

    To pay tribute to the Romeo-and-Juliet-like romance, Google Arts and Culture has launched a virtual museum packed with the history behind West Side Side Story.
  9. Android News

    You'll be able to watch the Global Citizen Festival live in VR

    NextVR and Live Nation are getting pretty good at covering concerts in VR compared to others, and now they're amping up their ambitions. In partnership with Citi, they'll broadcast the Global Citizen Festival live in VR from New York's Central Park on September 23rd.
  10. Android News

    HTC's standalone VR headset could be named the "Vive Focus"

    In the midst of speculation that HTC is selling itself, the Taiwanese company is acting like there is, in fact, a tomorrow to be had. An app update has significantly expanding the user experience possibilities for its flagship U11 phone and virtual reality headsets continue to get sold with the...
  11. Android News

    A new VR conference is coming to NYC later this year

    In addition to an upcoming virtual reality hub at NYU, New York City will also host its first VR-focused convention later this year. The NYVR Expo, which will take place at the Javits Center from October 26th through 28th, aims to be the biggest virtual reality conference on the East Coast.
  12. Android News

    The Samsung Gear VR now features Chromecast support

    Back in May 2017, Oculus announced that they were toying with Gear VR support for Chromecast, and gamers rejoiced. However, there wasn't anything resembling a timeline on when we were to expect this update; only news that the update would be rolling out slowly.
  13. Android News

    Oculus could be nearing the launch of its $200 standalone Rift VR headset

    Oculus is reportedly nearing the launch of a $200 standalone version of the Oculus Rift VR headset which will be unveiled later this year.
  14. Android News

    Samsung and ESPN are teaming up to stream the X Games in VR

    Samsung and ESPN have announced a new partnership which will stream select X Games events in Virtual Reality with the Samsung Gear VR.
  15. Android News

    DEAL: Get the Oculus Rift and Touch bundle for just $399

    For a limited time, you can get the Oculus Rift and Touch controller for just $399, down from its regular price of $598.
  16. Android News

    Here are some of the best Horror Games For Gear VR

    Jen from VRHeads has compiled a list of some of the best horror games for owners of the Samsung Gear VR.
  17. Android News

    Android O offers great improvements for Virtual Reality

    Jerry from Android Central takes a look at Android O and the different changes which were made regarding virtual reality and will improve the overall experience.
  18. Android News

    Samsung reportedly working on a standalone Gear VR headset

    A new report claims that Samsung is working on a standalone Gear VR headset which would include an OLED display with a pixel density of 2,000 ppi.
  19. Android News

    Cardboard Camera lets you take VR photos to enjoy with Daydream

    Cardboard Camera is a new application which helps you take VR photographs which can then be viewed using the Daydream VR headset.
  20. Android News

    Daydream Elements is a new demo app to show off VR demos

    Google has released Daydream Elements onto the Play Store in an effort to give developers an idea of how to overcome challenges in development.
  21. Android News

    Google brings high-end 3D graphics to mobile VR with Seurat

    Google has introduced a new way for developers and movie studios to render 3D imagery for mobile VR even faster.
  22. Android News

    Daydream Euphrates is the latest update to Google's VR platform

    Daydream Euphrates has been announced at Google I/O 2017 and will bring an all-new experience to your virtual reality devices. The update also includes a built-in VR web browser, while also adding a 2D panel to allow users to access normal Android functions in VR.
  23. Android News

    YouTube VR will allow you to watch your favorite videos with your friends

    Google has announced that YouTube VR will be adding a shared rooms feature which will allow people to watch 360-degree videos together. The feature will launch later this year.
  24. Android News

    Google's standalone VR headset works well despite its prototype status

    Adi from The Verge went hands-on with the new WorldSense VR headset from Google and states that despite the headset being a prototype, it works as advertised.
  25. Android News

    Daydream works with the latest Android O beta but has bugs

    The first public beta for Android O has been released, and it turns out that Daydream is currently working. However, Russell from VR Heads warns that the experience may not be the best and to keep that in mind when test-driving Daydream on Android O.