# Standalone VR Headsets The 'Oculus Go' Operates Without Cables or a Mobile Phone By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oculus-go References: [luxuo](http://www.luxuo.com/lifestyle/gadgets/oculus-unveils-standalone-virtual-reality-headset.html) & [oculus](https://www.oculus.com/blog/pioneering-the-frontier-of-vr-introducing-oculus-go-plus-santa-cruz-updates/) [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-hmd) is introducing the next generation of virtual reality headsets with '[Oculus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glasses) Go,' which has the ability to operate untethered from cables and without a mobile phone. The standalone Oculus Go was designed to be ultra-accessible and is said to offer "the easiest way to jump into VR." As such, the versatile headset has the potential to be used for everything from movie- or concert-watching to playing games or spending time with friends in a virtual environment like Facebook Spaces. The Oculus Go headset itself is [ultra-lightweight, comfortable, soft and breathable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-vision-pro-with-m5), with a high-resolution LCD screen and a wide field of vision. Speakers are built into the headset, but the design also includes a headphone jack for a more immersive audio experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Standalone VR Headsets:** Companies can invest in creating more standalone VR headsets to make the technology more accessible and immersive for users. - **'oculus Go':** Developers can focus on creating apps and games specifically for the Oculus Go headset to take advantage of its unique features and capabilities. - **Untethered VR:** As more VR headsets become untethered, there is an opportunity for businesses to create more immersive experiences for consumers without the limitations of cables or mobile devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can use standalone VR headsets like the Oculus Go to create immersive experiences for movies, concerts, and other events. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can develop games specifically for the Oculus Go headset, taking advantage of its features and untethered capabilities for a more immersive gaming experience. - **Virtual Reality:** The development of standalone VR headsets like the Oculus Go is driving innovation in the virtual reality industry and making the technology more accessible for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Portable VR Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-focus-3.md) - [Head-Mounted HD Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goovis-g3x.md) - [Independent Metaverse VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-hmd.md) - [Compact Featherlight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigscreen-beyond-headset.md) - [Onboard Computer VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simula-one-virtual-reality-headset.md) - [Cinematic Entertainment Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goovis-g3-max.md) - [Lightweight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-vr-headset.md) - [Refocused Mixed Reality Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glasses.md) - [Industry-Leading VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-focus-vision.md)