Google's new $99 Daydream View VR headset comes with minor upgrades

Google is refreshing its Daydream View VR headset with a new model, that's designed to fit the Pixel 2 XL. It has the same design as the original Daydream VR headset, but is made of premium two-tone fabric that makes the headset soft and lighter than its predecessor. It also comes in three new colors: Fog, Charcoal and Coral. 

The all-new Google Daydream VR headset also features high-performance lenses, which results in better image clarity and a wider field of view for enhanced viewing experience.

Like its predecessor, the new Daydream VR headset is compatible with Daydream-ready handset, and user will have to slide in the smartphone into the provided slot, to experience VR. It also comes with the same handheld controller, but now there's also dedicated slot to house the controller and a removable head strap. 

The list of phones compatible with Daydream platform now include Pixel/Pixel XL, Pixel 2/Pixel 2 XL, Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy Note8, Asus ZenFone AR, Huawei Mate 9 Pro, Moto Z/Z2 and ZTE Axon 7. Google says users can enjoy more than 250 VR titles on the headset.

The new Daydream View VR headset is priced at $99 and will be available from October 17.