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” or a similar device, you can turn your smartphone into a full-featured VR headset for little money. In this photo gallery, we bring to your attention the best applications for operating system Android with features that support virtual reality functionality.
Let's start with the official Google Cardboard app. With it, you can set up your device, zip through cities using Google Earth, or visit virtual cultural exhibits.
AAA VR Cinema
AAA VR Cinema free app is a media player that can play 3D and 2D videos and photos in virtual reality. At the same time, the player supports many different video codecs and 3D formats, and also stands out with innovative VR control.
Test 3D cartoon "Big Buck"
Big Buck Bunny is an officially free-to-watch animated short, available in a variety of 3D formats. With it, you can test a 3D media player for Cardboard, and at the same time watch a 3D cartoon.
VR Steamer
With "VR Steamer" you can stream the game image from your PC to your Android smartphone for use with a VR headset.
At the same time, the program can transmit both 3D games that are adapted for virtual reality applications, as well as ordinary games without VR adaptation - however, only in 2D mode.
Paul McCartney
The Paul McCartney VR application allows you to plunge into the atmosphere of a live concert of a great musician. Here you can stand on the stage and look around 360 degrees while the band performs the song "Live and Let Die".
Tuscany Dive
The Tuscany Dive app will take you to Italian Tuscany using Google Cardboard. You can take a walk in the garden near the house, which is located in the Tuscan mountains. You can also enter the house.
Glitch VR
The Glitcher VR application takes an image of the reality around you and transforms it before issuing it to a VR headset. At the same time, various color filters and distorting effects are superimposed on the picture.
Sisters
The Sisters game takes the form of an interactive horror movie for Android devices: you are in the living room where you can look around. At the same time, strange things happen around you.
Vrse - Virtual Reality
The "Vrse - Virtual Reality" app offers several high resolution 360 video recordings for Cardboard. The sound in the application is binaural and dynamically adapts to the direction of your gaze.
YouTube 3D Video Playlist for Cardboard
This YouTube 3D Playlist contains a collection of side-by-side videos that you can watch using the normal YouTube app
Dive City Rollercoaster
In "Dive City Rollercoaster" you ride a virtual rollercoaster. Thanks to the "Head-Tracking" function, you can "look" to the left and right.
Playlist of 360 YouTube Videos for Google Cardboard
This YouTube 360 playlist contains a collection of videos that were made in 360. They can be watched in the regular YouTube app, while the surround view function will be available.
Titans of Space
The free app "Titans of Space" will allow you to take a virtual tour of our solar system. In doing so, you will get a lot interesting information about celestial bodies. In particular, you can look at reverse side some planets.
Intugame VR
The "Intugame VR" application will allow you to enjoy all the games that are on your PC, broadcasting them to virtual reality glasses such as Google Cardboard or similar models using a smartphone as a display.
Zombie Shooter VR
"Zombie Shooter VR" is one of the few games that is designed for Google Cardboard.
Basically, in "Zombie Shooter VR" you do exactly what the name implies - exterminate zombies. Here, the shot occurs automatically as soon as you “point” your eyes at the zombies. The choice of weapons occurs in a similar way.
Google Wardboard Template
If you don't want to purchase a Google Cardboard or similar headset, you can make your own gadget using the official template.
The biggest obstacle in this case: magnets and lenses will have to be purchased separately.
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In this article, we will tell you about what virtual reality glasses or VR BOX for a smartphone are, as well as how to use VR BOX.
Today, there are many types of virtual reality technologies in the world, and thanks to the current level of hype around technology, there are more and more more companies dedicated to developing solutions that immerse users in a completely the new kind interactive experience.
Thus, the challenge for VR technology right now lies in demonstrating useful content for an interactive experience, as well as creating affordable solutions that would allow every inhabitant of the world to purchase virtual reality glasses. Thus, it is required to introduce this technology and make it commonplace so that it is available to everyone, both as entertainment and as a learning experience.
So, today we will talk about accessibility, and specifically speaking about virtual reality glasses VR BOX. In addition, we will look at how virtual reality glasses work, as well as talk about the TOP 8 best VR applications.
What is VR BOX or virtual reality?
Virtual reality (eng. Virtual Reality, VR) is a world created by technical means, which is transmitted to a person through his sensations: sight, hearing, touch and smell. At the same time, virtual reality imitates the impact on a person with maximum accuracy, and accordingly, his reaction to what is happening is developed.
For example, when playing a horror game, a person will experience much more sensations with virtual reality glasses than without them. This fact is also emphasized by the statistics of the experiment, in which more than 1500 people participated, they were asked to play a horror game. As a result, playing without virtual reality glasses, only 8% of the test subjects experienced fears, and in virtual reality glasses, this percentage increased to 79%.
How do virtual reality glasses work?
It is worth noting that the main reason why glasses are called VR, i.e. Virtual Reality, is that they are equipped with 3D technology, which in turn greatly affects the human subconscious, and therefore is perceived by him as reality.
Let's explain, when using the Virtual Reality mode, the screen of your smartphone will be divided into two images that duplicate each other, as a result of which one image falls into the left lens, and the second image into the right lens. Thanks to this, our brain sees only one whole picture, but due to slight movement or displacement, a 3D illusion is created in the game.
At the same time, one should not assume that more expensive analogues are distinguishable from cheap ones and work on a different principle, since the principle is the same. The only difference between cheap and expensive glasses is that you need to insert your smartphone into cheap glasses, while expensive ones have their own electronics and display.
The principle of operation of VR BOX from a technical point of view
The first thing you'll notice, if you've ever looked inside how a VR app works, you're probably talking about how weird everything looks on your smartphone screen. As a rule, what you see in virtual reality glasses is very similar to when you look into the distance with an old television tube. Sometimes on the smartphone screen you can see a white dividing line that divides the screen into two similar images, but this does not always happen, but depending on the type of application.
The image you see above, or rather the two lenses, are designed to work with the lenses that come with the purchase of the VR BOX. Such lenses are by far the most common form of virtual reality imaging. The same lenses can be seen on more expensive virtual glasses like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive. Thus, the biconvex lenses in virtual reality glasses take up the image on the display and warp it, which allows you to fill your field of view. In this connection, your eye perceives these images as one image, which creates the illusion of depth using stereoscopy.
Why buy VR BOX?
So, if you want to try and immerse yourself in the virtual world for a while, then you should definitely buy these glasses.
But still, let's note the advantages and disadvantages to date:
- Firstly, the price of glasses from branded and popular companies such as Sony, Oculus will be around $300-400, although in practice the price can rise to the $500 range. Therefore, to give such a serious amount for "virtual world" nothing else is called "a step into the abyss." After all, it is still unknown what will happen in the future, since in the end the market may completely forget about such an experimental technology.
- Secondly, there is very little free video game content created specifically with VR technology, most often the creators of such games are indie developers, but even such games lose interest after a couple of sessions. Well, such major game manufacturers as Rockstar, Activision or EA are only looking at this platform so far, and therefore do not have any big plans yet.
- Thirdly, the cheap analogue of VR BOX is in no way inferior to more expensive analogues. Well, if we talk about the price, then it is only about $ 15, while the control panel will definitely come with the kit.
TOP 8 best applications for working with VR BOX
AAA VR Cinema - handy 3D video player
AAA VR Cinema is a video player for virtual reality glasses or VR BOX that allows you to play local content stored on your device.
This player is quite easy to use and easy to interface. To view this or that content using the AAA VR Cinema application, you need to place a video or video on your device, and then use this application to open it, specifying the path to the directory with the video. In addition, the application provides the following features:
- You can watch videos recorded in 180° and 360° formats
- There is an option to enable/disable head tracking
- Supports the ability to connect a NAS, or an additional source of information storage, which can be both network and physical.
Apollo 15 Moon Landing VR is an app that will let you see the moon in detail, no matter how amazing it may sound. The application is a kind of simulation of going to the moon using VR BOX, as here you can see everything from the first person, fly in zero gravity and much more.
This application uses footage that was collected by the organization NASA, which deals with and carries out flights to the moon and space. Thus, you can see everything that the astronauts saw with their own eyes. Almost everyone who has ever used this application has enjoyed it. The only requirement here is that you need a powerful modern smartphone to be able to run the app in full 1920x1080p resolution. This is one of those apps on the Google Play Market that you need to try. At the same time, it is absolutely free and does not require any purchases, just download and watch.
Cardboard - Proper VR BOX Setup
The official app from Google that allows you to properly set up your VR BOX virtual reality glasses. Thus, using this application, you can customize the 3D glasses for yourself.
In addition, in this application, you can use Google Earth to fly around the Earth, or walk around the center of Moscow in virtual reality. In addition, the application allows you to view videos, photospheres, and other virtual reality content stored on your device. More importantly, this application has a catalog of VR applications and games that can be downloaded absolutely free. Therefore, if you want to play virtual reality games, then you need to download the Cardboard application.
Expeditions - dive into expeditions
The Expeditions app is an education-focused app designed for classroom travel and exploration. However, it can be used just about anywhere you want.
The app has over 200 expeditions that you can dive into. You will be able to check different directions, landmarks, landforms, seascapes and many other places. There is a 360° mode that works without VR BOX virtual reality glasses, the application is quite easy to use and intuitive. Thus, this is a truly fantastic application in the Play Market, which you can use absolutely free of charge.
Fulldive VR - a sea of content for VR Box
Fulldive VR is a virtual reality navigation platform. This means that the application will help you find and view a sea of VR content from all over the internet.
In addition, the application has support for VR videos from YouTube, and also contains a built-in video player, and even a VR browser for viewing online content on the Internet. This is definitely one of those VR apps that you need to try.
Now virtual reality technologies are actively promoted by a variety of companies. And we are talking not only about these accessories for such expensive products as PS4 or high-end Samsung smartphones. In principle, every user can now buy tolerable virtual reality glasses, because they cost around two to three thousand rubles. The main thing is that a smartphone matches them. And today we’ll talk about how to use VR glasses after buying them.
What do you need for VR glasses to work?
Operating system: Android no lower than KitKat;
The dimensions of the smartphone must correspond to the recess in the glasses;
A set of sensors: accelerometer and gyroscope.
Optionally, you can add a resolution of at least Full HD. In principle, this cannot be called a necessity. But from personal experience I will say that with HD on a five-inch screen, the game experience deteriorates significantly, because the picture is grainy and of poor quality. Accordingly, if this HD is kept at 5.5 inches, then the pixel density will drop even more, resulting in more image distortion.
Otherwise, the process of using virtual reality glasses for a smartphone is extremely simple. First, we stock up on relevant software and media (apps, games, movies, and so on). Then we launch the desired program, insert the smartphone into a special recess inside the glasses, fix it - and that's it! Now let's go through the software. And we will start, of course, with games.
Games for VR glasses
Very cool content is created by the Fibrum studio. Many toys provide an opportunity to go through a demo level in order to check out the gameplay and answer the question “Do I need to buy full version?”. Among the coolest creations are Space Stalker, Zombie Shooter and Roller Coaster (well, where without it ?!). However, the list of VR games from the Fibrum studio does not end there. The graphics in them can hardly be called realistic, but the gameplay itself is addictive, that's for sure.
Although Rollercoaster can be found on Google Play in huge quantities from many other developers. Another interesting toy is Survival Horror 3D. A kind of horror that looks intimidating in virtual reality glasses (even adjusted for the graphic part). But at this point, a very important thing needs to be mentioned: a considerable percentage of similar applications require an additional accessory to control the character. It can be a wired joystick, but it's better to buy a Bluetooth controller. It is also more compact, and there will be no problems with wires.
Not only shooters and racing are rich in Google Play in terms of VR games. Here, in addition to Traffic Racer or Mountain Sniper, you can even find a wingsuit jump simulator. Well, or a fly flight simulator. Or a spaceship. Or combat aircraft. I could list endlessly, but I think everything is clear. In general, the choice is up to the user. After spending at least an hour or two searching, you can find some good toys for VR glasses, from the passage of which we will get no less pleasure than from the usual games.
Now we will talk about combining software with multimedia, namely, watching movies with virtual reality glasses. Actually, after the games, this is the second reason that encourages people to buy the appropriate accessories. This is especially motivating for fans to go to the cinema to see it in 3D. What could be better than having your own cinema at hand, and even with the ability to pause the movie at any moment? And although there are quite a few similar applications on Google Play, we will consider only one player, because it has everything we need.
VaR's VR Player is a multimedia player for viewing both 3D and VR videos with a concise yet stylish and intuitive user interface. The application allows you to play files that are already available directly on your smartphone (selection either through the gallery or through the directive browser). In addition, if the video is hosted on the site, you can simply enter its URL in the corresponding menu so as not to upload files and waste time on this. Unless, of course, it allows you to make traffic.
This program for the Android platform is distributed absolutely free of charge and now, after several updates, it appears on Google Play with the “Pro” postfix. The only purchased content costs 259 rubles, and with its help we can disable annoying ads. By the way, it is the only drawback of the application. At least in my opinion. Although the ratings and reviews on Google Play, most likely, only reinforce my point of view. As an analogue of the application, you can call the AAA VR Cinema program.
Want a lot of VR videos? It's doable!
There is special software for this. If you bought Google Cardboard, then I recommend downloading the appropriate application. But if virtual reality glasses are from another manufacturer, then universal software tools come to the rescue. Now I will talk about how to use Fulldive and what it has to offer, as well as how to watch VR videos directly from Youtube.
As for the Fulldive program… In my opinion, the name “Full Dive” fully justifies the functionality of the program. He, in principle, is not interested in what kind of headset the user has. And this favorably distinguishes it from the background of the same Cardboard, designed specifically for owners of the VR glasses of the same name.
First of all, the Russified assistant will tell the novice user about the management in the application, and also show what and where is located. As for the “arsenal”, the number of clips collected in the common library is simply off scale. It's especially cool that they are categorized. So, if you are still tempted to watch a couple of short horror films at night, you just need to move the virtual cursor to the appropriate category and wait until the filtering occurs.
FullDive contains information not only about videos, but also about games. It is a pity, of course, that there is no possibility of direct downloading. Instead, the program will generate a link and save it, but the user will have to go to Google Play on their own and download from there. The reason for this phenomenon is most likely that not all VR games are free. However, I already talked about this at the beginning of the article, when we talked about the Fibrum studio and other “creators” of games in terms of virtual reality. Now a little about Youtube.
This type of content is suitable for both advanced users and those who are just starting their acquaintance with VR technologies. In such 360-degree videos, the user does not have any freedom in terms of movement. He sees only what the fixed camera around him was able to capture. But who said it shouldn't be cool? I assure you: skydiving and roller coasters look quite impressive, especially on smartphones with a good screen resolution.
To watch such videos, it is not necessary to download special applications. Now, many Android smartphones come with a pre-installed application from Youtube, where you can find such “vidos”. If this program is not available, then we simply turn to the browser version of the site. In any case, the request will be the same: 360. After turning on the corresponding video, you will need to click on the VR headset icon in the lower right part of the player.
Play GTA 5 with VR glasses? Easily!
There is one interesting program called Trinus. It allows you to synchronize your PC/laptop with your smartphone via either a wired USB connection or wirelessly (via common point WiFi access). The point is that after synchronization, images from the monitor are also displayed on the smartphone screen, and, thanks to the presence of a gyroscope, our head movements will be perceived inside the game itself. The effect is especially noticeable in games with the ability to sniper: Sniper Ghost Warrior or Counter-Strike at worst. But we note that such a connection can be made with all games. And playing solitaire in VR glasses or driving a car in GTA 5 is already the choice of the user. But let's take a closer look at how to set up Trinus for work.
You can find software for a personal computer on the official website of the developer, and a mobile version of the application on Google Play. I want to warn you right away that the trial version only allows device synchronization for 15 minutes. Then the connection breaks, and it will have to be established again. In fact, this can be done indefinitely. But the question is only in the comfort of such use.
With a wired connection, performance will be better, but mobility will be lost due to the wire. I recommend in the smartphone version of the program in the settings to specify the balance between image quality and speed, but on the computer, set the resolution in games to 800x600. And the game itself run in windowed mode. This will help save precious FPS and avoid frame drops as much as possible.
Other useful programs
A few more applications have been developed by Google for curious users. These are Google Street View, Google Arts and Culture and others. Let's dwell on Street View only. The rest of the software can be easily found in the wilds of Google Play.
I remember that at one time many fans of the Google service, which allowed you to navigate the streets of almost any city in 3D mode. Users, in turn, were able to watch at many points the globe all 360 degrees. In fact, travelers were able to “ride” the chosen city virtually. Now many users still resort to the help of the desktop version of the service in order to be partially ready for a real expedition.
Nevertheless, it will be interesting for owners of VR glasses to try adapting the service for a smartphone application. However, if your headset does not provide external control buttons, you will have to fork out for a Bluetooth controller or its wired equivalent. There is simply no other way to navigate the streets.
Conclusion
As you can see, there is enough content for VR glasses on the Internet and, in particular, on Google Play. Games, movies, videos - all this leaves no chance to get bored. Today I gave examples of the best applications, gave a basis for using virtual reality technologies. And in favor of what to make a further choice, the user will decide for himself. It remains only to wish a strong vestibular apparatus, since this is the only thing that will stop us in the process of using VR glasses.
Today, VR applications for smartphones are no longer a rarity, and every day they become more and more accessible. As a result, in order to experience virtual reality, you no longer need to spend hundreds of dollars on expensive virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift or HTC Vive. After all mobile applications for VR glasses, almost for free, give us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in a world filled with incredible 360-degree visual effects.
If in early years development of VR, in order to plunge into the world of virtual reality, they used massive and uncomfortable headsets in which it was difficult to move around. Now you can just download the VR app for your smartphone and install it on a headset like Google's Daydream View, Samsung Gear VR, or even a simple Google Cardboard.
Where to download apps for VR glasses
VR applications for smartphones can be freely downloaded from iTunes and Google Play. Google also has a dedicated VR app store for Daydream VR virtual glasses that works with Android phones, including the Google Pixel and Huawei Mate 9 Pro. Soon they will be available for the Samsung Galaxy S8. And apps for Samsung Gear VR are available on the Oculus Store.
How to use VR apps
In order to use the virtual reality program on your smartphone, you will need VR glasses.
The best VR headsets currently available at an affordable price:
: this is the simplest device, thanks to which almost any smartphone can take you into the world of virtual reality. This cardboard VR headset is available on Amazon for $7.
Google Daydream: This is a more sophisticated device than its cardboard counterpart and will provide a more immersive experience. The headset is compatible with many apps available on the Play Store, as well as Google Daydream apps.
You can buy Google Daydream now on Amazon for $79.
Samsung Gear VR A: Unlike other Android VR headsets, Gear VR uses Oculus Rift apps. But you can only play apps in Gear VR through a Samsung phone.
The Samsung Gear VR is now available for $99.
Other budget VR glasses: Homido, Fiit and Freefly headsets are also good choices to play VR apps for iPhone and Android. Even more budget options VR glasses for smartphone You will find .
The Best VR Apps for Google Cardboard
Cardboard
This application of the same name is available for free download. It is designed to educate users about all the exciting features they can get from VR on a smartphone.
Price: Free
Price: Free
End Space VR
This is a space combat simulator where you control spaceship just tilt your head from side to side. The gamer can upgrade his ship and move further into the bowels of space, where combat becomes more exciting and challenging. This VR app is only available for iPhone.
developer:
Price: €1.99
Google Arts and Culture
This VR application for smartphone will allow the user to plunge into the world of art and culture. This project was created by Google in collaboration with over 1,200 museums around the world. As a result, with you you can visit many tours and exhibitions around the world.
The VR app can sync with Google Maps and other VR headsets.
Price: Free
Price: Free
The mobile app gives you access to exciting content from documentaries. It works with partners like Apple, the New York Times, NBC and Vice, as well as groups like U2, Muse and One Republi. And all this to offer a variety of content, ranging from concerts to music videos.
Eve Gunjack
Another Oculus VR app. This is a flight simulator based on the popular online game EVE. It is a simple, addictive shooter game for Samsung Gear VR.
Virtual reality is created using technical means and software world, plunging into which the user experiences sensations as close as possible to those that accompany him in the real world. The greater the degree of immersion, the stronger the sense of reality of everything that happens. The development of virtual reality (VR) technologies is ongoing. We can say that the first example of this phenomenon was silent films. For viewers of those years, the picture seemed extremely realistic. Today, various gadgets are used to immerse in the virtual world, a special place among which is occupied by VR glasses.
AT last years Virtual reality is increasingly penetrating into our lives. Now, few people can be surprised by the video glasses that many active users have acquired. The simplest and most original solution was proposed by Google. Cardboard glasses, which are designed to use a smartphone as a screen, have become extremely popular. Today, such systems have already been created by most manufacturers of mobile gadgets. As a consequence of the development of technology, the number of programs for VR is also increasing. Games for virtual reality glasses on Android or iOS can already be downloaded for almost any model of a modern device.
After you have virtual reality glasses for your smartphone, the next step is to take care of the availability of appropriate applications and games. In this article, we will look at the most interesting and popular programs with which you can experience the most vivid emotions using virtual reality technology.
1. Google Cardboard
One of the best apps created by Google. The program is designed for a novice user and supports work with accessories such as Google Cardboard and similar models. The application has a number of built-in services, such as Google Earth, a convenient video player, photosphere. There are also demos of some 3D objects. In addition, the application has a built-in catalog of games and applications, making it much easier for the user to search for new content.
2. AAA VR Cinema Video Player
The AAA VR Cinema application is a video player for Android smartphones with which you can view VR multimedia content stored in the memory of your device. The advantage of the program is its simple and accessible interface. It is enough to load a 3D video onto the smartphone's memory card, after which you can view it using this player.
Software support for 180 and 360-degree video is implemented, as well as tracking the position of the user's head, which allows you to get the highest quality picture. The application is distributed completely free of charge, which allows everyone to test it in work.
3. Cardboard Camera
The Cardboard Camera app is another VR goggle app for Android that every VR lover should install. Using the functionality of this application and the camera of your smartphone, you can independently take photos and shoot videos in 3D. After that, this multimedia content can be viewed using virtual reality glasses.
The application has a simple and intuitive interface, which allows it to be used even by an inexperienced person. To work with the software, you do not need to register, the program is distributed completely free of charge. It is enough to download it from the official Google Play service and install it in the memory of your smartphone.
4. Expeditions
The "Expedition" application will allow you to get acquainted with the world of wildlife and environment. It can be said that this is a kind of encyclopedia created on the basis of virtual reality technology.
By downloading and installing the application, you get the opportunity to go on hundreds of expeditions, learn from your own experience how to navigate the terrain, study the shape of the relief and virtually visit many interesting places. The application supports a 360-degree view mode, and this option can work even without a virtual reality helmet connected to the smartphone.
5. Fulldive VR
The application is an extensive catalog of VR multimedia content on various topics. Here you will find photos and videos, clips and films. With the help of the program, you will get a unique opportunity to experience the effect of maximum immersion in the virtual world. In addition to a huge amount of all kinds of content, the application catalog also contains subsections with catalogs of the most popular and exciting games created using virtual reality technology.
6. Google Arts and Culture
Google Arts and Culture is a great app that supports virtual reality helmets and goggles. The program is a virtual guide with which you can visit the most interesting places on the planet. The application catalog contains expositions of hundreds of museums, numerous sights, monuments of culture and architecture. And all this can be seen in the most realistic way, without leaving your home!
By installing the application in the memory of your device, you will also get the opportunity to study in detail various works art, making a choice according to the period of creation, belonging to certain categories, etc.
7. Google Street View
The Google Street View application is based on the popular and well-known resource Google Maps. The difference is in the support of virtual reality technologies. The program allows you to make a virtual journey through the real streets of cities around the world, look into interesting places without leaving your home or office chair.
Such an opportunity can also be extremely useful for those who are going to go to a place where they have not been before. With the help of the program, you can explore the area, plan the route of your real trip. The application also allows you to add your content to the catalog and view pictures taken by other users.
8. Titans of Space
The Titans of Space virtual reality glasses app will help you get to know the model of the solar system as clearly as possible. Immersed in the virtual world, you can freely make space flights between the planets. During space travel you will be accompanied by pleasant music.
The peculiarity of using the application is that the free version available before downloading has only basic functionality. Additional content must be purchased separately to use it.
9. VaR's VR Video Player
One of the most popular players for playing content in virtual reality format. VaR's VR Video Player app allows you to play VR videos that support both 180-degree and 360-degree playback.
An additional advantage of this program is that it supports the playback of streaming video from third-party resources online. The application interface provides a virtual control panel, using which you can switch between videos during playback without removing virtual reality glasses.
10. YouTube
This application is installed in all android devices. New opportunities for its use are provided by virtual reality glasses. Do you want to plunge into the atmosphere of the concert of your favorite artist? No problem! View the latest film distribution in three-dimensional image? With the help of this application and virtual reality glasses, it is easy to do this.
Choosing a smartphone for VR
No matter what applications you download for virtual reality glasses on your phone, no matter what accessories you buy, your smartphone remains the most important element. Its power and performance, the quality and resolution of the screen, as well as the availability of free memory determine how realistic virtual reality will ultimately be when playing videos or games. What are the most important requirements for a mobile gadget that will be operated with virtual reality glasses? Particular attention should be paid to:
screen size and resolution
processor power and performance (including graphics accelerator)
the amount of RAM and internal memory.
If you plan to work with streaming video online, support for a high-speed 4G data network is a prerequisite.
These requirements are quite feasible. Any flagship model from a leading manufacturer will perfectly cope with the tasks. But this solution will suit you only if you have a budget for buying a smartphone of several tens of thousands of rubles. What to do for those who want to save money, but at the same time get a powerful and productive modern device? Actually there is a way out. We recommend paying attention to the lineup of the young British smartphone manufacturer Wileyfox.
The company first introduced its products in October 2015. In a short time, the devices, on the back panel of which the image of the muzzle of a cute fox is applied, began to be in demand among users. Market experts also drew attention to them. The success of the young company is explained by the fact that each device of the Wileyfox lineup received exactly the functionality and options that are on this moment are in the highest demand in the market. Reversing Special attention On the details, Wileyfox has provided its products with powerful hardware, stylish attractive design and the most affordable prices.
An excellent choice for fans of virtual reality will be the flagship model Wileyfox Swift 2 X. At the moment, thanks to the campaign held by the company, the cost of the device on the official website is only 10,990 rubles.
Wileyfox Swift 2 X
Smartphone Wileyfox Swift 2 X is stylish modern design, excellent technical characteristics and reasonable price. The model received a large high-quality Full HD display with a diagonal of 5.2 inches. The screen provides a brightness of 530 cd / m2, and thanks to IPS and ONCELL Full Lamination technologies, wide viewing angles are provided without loss of image quality. This allows you to get the highest quality picture when watching a video in virtual reality mode.
Separately, it is worth emphasizing that, despite the rather impressive screen size, working with the device with one hand is quite comfortable. The device does not look bulky. This is facilitated by the smooth lines of the metal body and slightly curved 2.5D screen edges. The aluminum alloy of which the body is made provides a pleasant tactile sensation due to the metallic coolness and pleasant heaviness.
Let's focus on the main technical specifications models. Powerful performance Qualcomm 430 processor and Adreno 505 graphics accelerator guarantee smooth and stable operation when playing the longest and most intense videos. With 3 GB of RAM, you won't have trouble loading resource-intensive applications, while 32 GB of internal memory and the ability to use the microSDXC chipset up to 128 GB practically do not limit the user to store their favorite videos in the device's memory.
Viewing multimedia content online is possible due to the fact that both SIM card slots that the device is equipped with support 4G LTE networks. It will be enough for you to simply indicate in the smartphone menu the slot from which you want to connect to the world wide web.
As an additional nice bonus - a high-quality 16-megapixel camera with phase detection autofocus and dual LED flash, an NFC module and a fingerprint scanner, support for Quick Charge 3.0 fast battery charging technology and a modern TYPE-C 2.0 USB port.
Conclusion
Virtual reality technology allows you to experience new, unforgettable experiences when viewing specially prepared content. But for this you need to have a powerful productive smartphone with an excellent screen, virtual reality glasses, and, of course, the corresponding applications.
Have a nice trip to the virtual world!
