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Google's new headset and cameras are built to feature Google services, such as YouTube, its digital maps and app store.
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VIRTUAL reality devices are still mostly purchased by a niche market: gamers. Google wants to change that. The Alphabet unit released a new VR headset with Lenovo Group on Tuesday, along with specialised cameras to support the technology.

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