When Google presented on its developer conference I / O 2017 cardboard, the professional world still thought that the VR headset would be especially a funny side hit on the rival Facebook. After all, the company of Mark Zuckerberg had just taken the Oculus VR startup for 2 billion US dollars, which works with Oculus Rift on a Hitech VR headset. And Google now showed with Cardboard that only one cardboard box, two lenses and a smartphone are enough to experience virtual reality. Is cardboard only a gag?
Cardboard as a free bonus
A year and an I / O later, the question can be answered with "No". Google is continuing to develop Cardboard and is now offering a revised design that is compatible with smartphones up to 6 inches in size. And also iPhone owners can use Cardboard now - so far it was reserved for Android smartphones. In addition, Google announced that it intends to use the entry-level VR headsets in the education sector in the future and equip cardboards with cardboard in the USA.
What do I need to use Google Cardboard?
No wonder that more and more developers are interested in Google Cardboard. The range of apps and content for the VR headset is constantly growing. In addition, VR-suited YouTube movies allow for a 360-degree view.
How do I install and configure Google Cardboard?
So why wait? In the following, we will answer the most frequently asked questions about Google Cardboard and recommend at the end of the article Apps for first steps in the virtual world.
Does Google Cardboard work with glasses?
You can also receive Cardboard as a bonus as part of a mini-subscription from PC Magazin or connect. You can find all the information under the following links
First, you need a cardboard viewer. You can do this with the cardboard building instruction provided by Google free of charge, or you can buy a prefabricated kit. There are now many independent vendors, some of which Google lists on its cardboard page. However, the cardboard kits are now also available at Amazon. The prices range between 10 and 25 euros. In any case, make sure that it is a model with the new Cardboard 2.0 design. NFC and a magnetic button are not required.
Second, you need a compatible smartphone. This includes now all smartphones with Android 4.1 or higher as well as the iPhone from the 5th generation. In general, the higher the display resolution, the better the image. You install the Google Cardboard app, manage settings, and list compatible apps
Install the Google Cardboard app (links above) on your smartphone. When you first start it, you will be able to scan a QR code to automatically configure to match the Cardboard Viewer. A corresponding code is attached to most sold viewers. "Settings" allows you to re-run this configuration at any time.
If you are building a cardboard viewer or bought a model without a QR code, Google offers the Viewer Profile Generator. You need the exact dimensions and lens data of your card.
Generally yes. However, you should make sure that the viewer you select has enough space. Especially with wider spectacles it can be tight. If necessary, it can help to fit the scissors and cut slots in the viewer at the appropriate locations.
If everything is configured and installed, it is about exploring the virtual reality. The official Google cardboard app offers a few options - the cardboard demos. You can also use the "Get more Cardboard apps" button to open an appropriate view in the Play Store that lists compatible apps. There and for iPhone users on the App Store also help search with terms like "Google Cardboard" or "VR."
Google also now offers 360-degree video on YouTube. Here the Channel # 360Video offers a good overview of trends and novelties. To view them in VR, simply open one of the videos in the YouTube app on your smartphone and tap the cardboard icon that appears.
For the launch, we have compiled some cardboard apps as tips for you. Have fun trying out
All done - how do I get apps and videos for Google Cardboard?
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