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[[Slide-on HMD]], also known as Smartphone mount, is the cheapest and most accessible form of [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]]. The Slide-on consists of a smartphone holder, [[lenses]] and some form of basic [[input]]. A smartphone is inserted into the [[HMD]] and the entire device is played upon the eyes of the user to create the [[immersion|VR experience]]. The Slide-on utilizes the smartphone for display, processing and [[rotational tracking]]. Some Slide-on HMDs such as the [[Gear VR]] use their own built-in [[IMUs]] instead of relying on that of the smartphones. This method allows the HMD to create a superior tracking experience for the user. | [[Slide-on HMD]], also known as Smartphone mount, is the cheapest and most accessible form of [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]]. The Slide-on consists of a smartphone holder, [[lenses]] and some form of basic [[input]]. A smartphone is inserted into the [[HMD]] and the entire device is played upon the eyes of the user to create the [[immersion|VR experience]]. The Slide-on utilizes the smartphone for display, processing and [[rotational tracking]]. Some Slide-on HMDs such as the [[Gear VR]] use their own built-in [[IMUs]] instead of relying on that of the smartphones. This method allows the HMD to create a superior [[tracking]] experience for the user. | ||
Slide-on HMDs are often the cheapest form of VR if the user exclude the cost of the smartphone. [[Google Cardboard]] can be built or purchased for under $20 and [[Samsung Gear VR]] can be purchased for $99. | Slide-on HMDs are often the cheapest form of VR if the user exclude the cost of the smartphone. [[Google Cardboard]] can be built or purchased for under $20 and [[Samsung Gear VR]] can be purchased for $99. | ||