Getting to Know Daydream VR Headsets

VR allows for an experience of immersive environments similar to or completely different from the real world. FCIT boasts a cart that provides 12 Lenovo Daydream VR headsets. Take you class to the cart or the cart to your class! Each headset has a different number from A-1 to A-12. Each pairs with a unique control pad. It’s easy to get your hands on these VR headset. 

 

  • Each headset is paired with a control pad, so pick up a headset and find the control pad with the same number. 
  • Push the POWER button on the side of the headset for a few seconds until the light starts flashing, and then put on the headset.  
  • If you want to change your position, face the direction you want and press the circle button for a few seconds. Then the direction will be reset. 

Still wondering what to do? Here are 3 recommendations:

Expeditions Expeditions provide many VR videos in different categories. It is a good app to experience, learn things and relax.  This video gives a good tutorial on how to use guided tours in Expeditions. 
YouTube VR Use your cursor to click the YouTube VR icon. Browse the 360 column or search what you want to watch and enjoy!
Google Arts and Culture  You can appreciate famous art pieces and learn the history behind them the app, Arts and Culture. Browse the collections and click on the painting that you want to view, and listen to the introduction of the art piece. If you forget how to use the cursor to explore, just look down at your cursor, and you can see all the instructions. 

 

 

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