Google halts Daydream support

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It will not affect the majority of users out there. But for those who are still clinging to their Daydream VR headsets, you'll have to know that Google is no longer supporting its software. You can still access the service and use the headset and controller to view VR content, but the device will no longer get software or security updates. 

Even the Daydream app will not work correctly on devices running Android 11 or later. Those third-party apps and experiences within Daydream can still exist as standalone apps in the Google Play Store. But we aren't expecting developers to work on new apps, especially without Google updating the device and its software. The Daydream VR will just be a nostalgic souvenir for those who want to keep the headset around.

Lenovo’s standalone Daydream VR headset passes through the FCC

Lenovo is one of two partners Google that’s working with to release standalone headsets that runs on Google’s Daydream virtual reality platform. There weren’t any significant updates on this front, except for the news that HTC (the other partner) dropped out of creating their own VR headset. But now it looks like Lenovo is forging ahead. Their headset, which is called the Mirage Solo, just passed through the FCC. And according to the FCC document, it’ll come with a 4,000mAh battery and Bluetooth 5.0. Not much else is known about the Mirage Solo but speculation is we might expect to see it at CES. Although there is no certainty in that rumour.

Source: 9to5Google

‘The Other Room’ comes to Daydream VR

Escape rooms are a big thing lately. Now, here’s a digital version of that. Called The Other Room, this Daydream VR game requires you solve puzzles in order to escape rooms. Aside from the puzzles, the game mixes in immersive audio and what Android Police calls as bizarre 360-degree video segments. Your goal is to foil your rival’s plans but of course there will be obstacles along the way to throw you off. If you own a Daydream VR and have a Daydream-compatible phone, this game from Minority Media VR Inc. comes with a onetime payment of US$4.99.

YouTube compiles VR gaming videos for Google Daydream and Cardboard

If you’re a gamer and love watching virtual reality videos, YouTube is bringing the two things together by compiling 360-degree VR gaming videos into a playlist called “Step Into The Games.” This playlist has games from titles like Minecraft, Need for Speed, Super Mario Bros, and Call of Duty, to name a few. If you want to get maximum immersion, use the YouTube VR app on either Google Daydream or Cardboard headsets. These videos are also viewable on your web browser or mobile device but you’ll need to drag your mouse around or move your phone to see all the video has to offer.