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# 180-Degree Video Cameras
Google's Daydream is Creating the VR180 with Lenovo, LG and YI Technology

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-21 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr180
References: [vr.google](https://vr.google.com/vr180/)

In the same way that Spectacles by Snap capture highly realistic first-person footage with their 115-degree-angle lens, [Google's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glasses) [Daydream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-shopping-platform) is introducing the point-and-shoot VR180 video camera to make it easy to create virtual reality video content.

The VR180 is set to make it possible to "capture the world as you see it," making it of use to content creators who film everything from vlogs to makeup videos and other tutorials. To introduce [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-spatiallabs-stereo-eyes) viewers to some of the kinds of stereoscopic video content that can be filmed with its innovative new video camera, YouTube now has a 'Discover VR180' playlist.

The VR180 is being developed in collaboration with Lenovo, LG, and YI Technology and is set for release this winter.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.7/10
- Popularity: 45% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **VR180 Video Cameras:** VR180 cameras allow users to easily create virtual reality video content, opening up new opportunities for immersive storytelling and content creation.
- **Point-and-shoot Cameras:** Point-and-shoot VR180 cameras simplify the process of capturing high-quality VR video, making it accessible to a wider range of content creators.
- **Stereoscopic Video Content:** The development of VR180 cameras enables the creation of immersive stereoscopic video content, enhancing the viewer's virtual reality experience.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Tech Hardware Manufacturing:** Companies in the tech hardware manufacturing industry have the opportunity to collaborate with VR180 camera developers and produce advanced virtual reality camera systems.
- **Media and Entertainment:** The media and entertainment industry can leverage VR180 cameras to create captivating virtual reality content and enhance storytelling across various platforms.
- **Online Video Platforms:** Online video platforms can incorporate VR180 content and features to offer users a more engaging and immersive video viewing experience.

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