I think Google’s VR headset will flop. The Pixel and the Google Home will succeed, but the Daydream headset doesn’t have much utility. It’s nice looking (cloth is a nice touch), but it’s missing extensibility. It’s doing what Samsung Gear VR’s already doing. It’s not even as functional as, say, Worse, two words are missing from this conversation: “AUGMENTED REALITY.” Where’s the affordable crossover between VR and AR? At most, Daydream looks good only for the hardware specs and the in-world user interface. But there’s no utility beyond wearing it for a few minutes. I’d rather go for Merge VR. At least it will allow you a coverable hole in the headset for your camera.
