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# Affordable Smartphone VR Headsets
The DeePoon VIRGLASS Works in Conjunction with a Cellular Device

By M | Published 2016-01-05 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepoon
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/deepoon-virglass-v2-3d-virtual-reality-headset/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018W4O8TY?tag=trenhunt0f-20)

As virtual reality becomes more readily available and accessible to the home, retailer DeePoon offers its all-new VIRGLASS V2 D3 headset that cleverly works in conjunction with a smartphone to offer stellar [all-encompassing digital simulation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-xr). Thanks to the inclusion of a cellular device into the gadget's overall function, the VIRGLASS becomes a much more affordable option for everyday use.

Many consumers already own a smartphone making the VIRGLASS V2 D3 [virtual reality headset](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinalevel-vr-headset) an ideal option that is affordable, functional and offers high-quality simulation. The headset turns any experience into a [3D fully subversive experience for gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viture-x-8bitdo-ultimate-mobile-controller), film-watching and more. The headset features a slot for a smartphone to fit seamlessly in to provide the screen for the device. This offers a much more cost-effective to bring virtual reality to the everyday consumer.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 75% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Affordable Smartphone VR Headsets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cost-effective VR headsets that leverage the power and convenience of smartphones.
- **All-encompassing Digital Simulation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive VR experiences that blur the lines between gaming, film-watching, and other forms of entertainment.
- **Convergence of Technology and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design VR accessories that integrate with existing devices like smartphones to enhance functionality and affordability.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Manufacturers can collaborate with smartphone companies to produce VR headsets that are accessible and affordable for a wider audience.
- **Entertainment and Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Content creators can explore opportunities to develop interactive and immersive experiences that leverage affordable smartphone VR headsets.
- **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Game developers can capitalize on the popularity of affordable smartphone VR headsets by creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences.

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