Google Cardboard
Overview
The younger sibling of Google Daydream, Cardboard also utilises a smartphone but with a DIY headset. Due to the open source nature of the headset there are a variety headsets that suit every budget. We currently have the Homido Mini Virtual Reality glasses that can folded up and slipped into a pocket.
Unlike Google Daydream which is limited to a small number of high-end smartphones, Google Cardboard can be used on a much wider variety.
Demos
Cardboard Demos is a suite of pre-installed demos from Google. They include -
Arctic Journey - Fly alongside Arctic terns, create your own flower garden, relax under the northern lights and more
Earth - Choose anywhere on earth to glide around and explore.
Tour Guide - Take a tour around some famous exhibits from places aeound world.
Exhibit - take a look st what a VR museum may look like.
The other demos allow you to interact with photos and videos taken with your phone, but in VR.
Setup
- Turn on phone
- Click the Carboard App
- Attach to headset
- Choose Arctic Journey to naviagte through a tutorial or choose one of the apps to get stuck right in.