The Google Daydream VR headset, launched in 2016, was a virtual reality platform developed by Google for use with its Android mobile operating system. The Daydream platform aimed to provide users with a high-quality and accessible VR experience through a combination of the Daydream headset and compatible smartphones. The headset featured a fabric design for comfort, a wireless motion controller for interactive experiences, and a slot to accommodate a Daydream-compatible smartphone, such as the Pixel series.

The Daydream platform offered users access to a variety of VR apps, games, and experiences available on the Google Play Store. It leveraged smartphone sensors for motion tracking and delivered an immersive 360-degree environment. While initially gaining attention for its user-friendly approach and affordable price point, Google announced the discontinuation of the Daydream VR platform in 2019, signaling a shift in the company’s focus within the virtual reality space. The discontinuation highlighted the evolving landscape of VR technologies and Google’s strategic decisions in adapting to the dynamic nature of the market.