Oculus CTO John Carmack gave what he called a “eulogy” for the Samsung Gear VR during the Oculus Connect developer conference, calling the mobile headset a missed opportunity. It’s not the first time Carmack has discussed the Gear VR’s shortcomings, but with Samsung dropping Gear VR support from its Galaxy Note 10 this summer, it may end up being one of the last.
“It is probably time for me to give a bit of a eulogy for Gear VR,” Carmack told the audience during his day two keynote — which is usually a frank and casual monologue that contrasts with the news-heavy day one event. “While the software is supported, the days are numbered. And I do think we missed an opportunity here,” he said.