Virtual reality headset shipments worldwide 2016-2017, by brand

Samsung Gear VR was projected to be the highest-selling virtual reality headset of 2017, with forecast shipments of 3.65 million units in that year alone. Google is projected to produce two of the most popular devices in the market, with both Google Cardboard and Google Daydream View forecast to sell millions of units. VR devices VR devices have not yet achieved the level of widespread popularity attained by other consumer electronic devices such as smartphones or tablets, but the industry has experienced consistent growth in recent years, with forecasts projecting a continuation of this trend in the future. As of 2018, Sony had established itself as the clear leader in the VR device market, largely thanks to the success of its PlayStation VR product. Other major products in the industry are HTC’s Vive and the Facebook-owned Oculus Rift, both of which have also carved out significant market shares. The Virtual Reality Market In addition to the hardware segment, which encompasses the manufacture and sale of VR headset devices, the VR market also includes a growing software segment. Software companies from a wide variety of industries have recognized the potential of VR technology. Gaming companies are eager to incorporate VR technology into their range of offerings, while other organizations are exploring the possibilities of the use of VR in more professional settings, such as healthcare and engineering

三星Gear VR被预测为2017年销量最高的虚拟现实头盔，当年预计出货量高达365万台。谷歌预计将生产市场上两款最受欢迎的设备，其中谷歌Cardboard和谷歌Daydream View预计将售出数百万台。虚拟现实设备尽管尚未达到智能手机或平板电脑等消费电子产品的普及程度，但近年来行业经历了持续的增长，预计未来这一趋势将持续。截至2018年，索尼凭借其PlayStation VR产品的成功，已经在虚拟现实设备市场中确立了明显的领先地位。行业中的其他主要产品包括宏达电的Vive和Facebook拥有的Oculus Rift，这两款设备也已在市场中占据了显著份额。虚拟现实市场除了包括虚拟现实头盔设备的制造和销售硬件部分之外，还包括不断增长的软件部分。来自各行各业的企业软件公司都认识到了虚拟现实技术的潜力。游戏公司渴望将VR技术融入其产品系列中，而其他组织则在探索VR技术在医疗保健和工程等专业领域的应用可能性。