With Android Nougat now out, Google’s own mobile VR platform Daydream should be arriving shortly as well. If reports are to be believed, Daydream will be launching sooner than expected.
According to reports by Bloomberg, Google has been busy investing in virtual-reality films and programs as part of the company’s plan to line up exclusive content for the debut of Daydream within the “coming weeks.” The investments done by Google will see the company help promote projects from Hulu. It will also fund the production of 360-degree videos with famous YouTube stars like the Dolan twins and Justine Ezarik. For those who are more interested in gaming, Google has reportedly partnered with video game producers and sports leagues in an attempt to boost the its biggest virtual-reality initiative.
The launch of Google’s Daydream platform is expected to coincide with release of new Android phones, VR headsets and controllers. With IFA 2016 taking place next week, we expect the first batch of Daydream-ready smartphones, and maybe even the Daydream VR headset itself, to be announced at the event. Some of the apps that will be available within Daydream includes YouTube, Hulu, apps from various sports leagues, as well as HBO’s own streaming service.
Source: Bloomberg
