Our quick take
Google Daydream View (2017): Alternatives to consider
- £349 (PS4 console sold separately)
Google Daydream View (2017) - 4.0 / 5
What smartphones are compatible with Daydream View (2017)?
- Only 12 compatible phones Required Daydream app for Android
How does Daydream View (2017) differ from Daydream View (2016)?
- New material and new build for comfort Revised one-handed controller included Fresnel lenses and wider field of view
How to setup Daydream View (2017)
- Embedded NFC chip for auto-activation Adjustable top strap for hands-free fit Charcoal, Fog, and Coral colours
What can the new controller do?
- Integrated trackpad for swipe input Two primary button controls Built-in battery; USB-C charging
Daydream app: The hub of Google VR
- Daydream app for Android only, not iOS
What can I play on Daydream View?
To recap
Want to try VR but don’t want to break the bank? Look no further. With the new Daydream View, you get a comfortable fit, sleek-looking headset, and access to all the immersive Daydream VR apps in the Google Play Store. But you need a compatible Android phone, and you may get bored after a bit.
