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HTC Vive has unveiled its latest extended reality (XR) headset, the Vive Focus Vision. Building on the success of the Vive Focus series, the new headset introduces enhancements in visuals, comfort, and functionality for both gamers and enterprise users.
The Vive Focus Vision is designed for immersive experiences in standalone gaming and PC VR applications. It features DisplayPort mode for PC VR, allowing users to connect the headset directly to a PC graphics card for lossless visuals.
“Vive Focus Vision gives you the best of both worlds, with outstanding standalone capabilities and DisplayPort mode support for visually lossless PC VR experiences,” said Shen Ye, Global Head of Product at HTC Vive. “Now, PC gamers can bring the same high-end headsets used in VR arcades into their homes.”
Advanced Features for Multi-User Environments
The headset introduces built-in eye tracking and motorised auto-IPD adjustment, making it easy to share among friends, family, and colleagues. This feature is particularly useful in environments like VR arcades and corporate training sessions, where quick and accurate adjustments enhance the user experience.
Two front-facing colour cameras provide stereoscopic passthrough, enabling users to experience mixed reality with natural depth perception. An infrared sensor enhances hand tracking in low-light conditions, while a revamped cooling system increases comfort during extended sessions.
Industry Applications and Collaborations
Simon Miller, CEO of Flaim Systems, commented on the launch: “We have worked closely with HTC in the development of Flaim Systems products since our commencement in 2019, and we welcome the launch of the Vive Focus Vision. We are excited by the prospect of providing our customers with new capabilities for improved training outcomes.”
He added, “As our immersive training systems have grown to over 400 customers in 45 countries, we seek a headset partner that develops around customer needs, including ease of use, improved fidelity, safety, durability, and user comfort. HTC continues to improve customer experience, and we are delighted to work with them on the integration of the next generation headsets.”
Key Features of the Vive Focus Vision
- Built-in eye tracking and motorised auto-IPD adjustment
- DisplayPort mode for visually lossless PC VR experiences
- Dual 16MP colour cameras for stereoscopic full-colour passthrough
- Up to 120-degree field of view and 90Hz refresh rate (support for 120Hz via DisplayPort mode coming late 2024)
- Combined 5K resolution across both eyes
- Depth sensor for scene recognition
- Infrared sensor for enhanced tracking in low-light conditions
Pre-Order Details and Special Offers
Pre-orders for the Vive Focus Vision are open from 18 September through 17 October 2024. Customers who pre-order will receive a Vive Wired Streaming Kit for DisplayPort mode, valued at $279, at no additional cost. Additionally, buyers can choose one of three popular game bundles as a complimentary package.
For more information and to pre-order the Vive Focus Vision, visit the Vive website.
Product Details
- Vive Focus Vision (Consumer Edition): $1,899
- Vive Focus Vision (Business Edition): $2,399
- Vive Wired Streaming Kit (DisplayPort Compatible): $279
- Vive Wired Streaming Cable (DisplayPort Compatible): $169
- Vive Wired Streaming Converter (DisplayPort mode compatible): $149
Game Bundles Available
Consumers will receive a Vive Wired Streaming Kit and over seven games, including XRWorkout, Capsule Critters, and theBlu. They can also choose one of the following game bundles:
- PC VR Wild Pack: Metro Awakening, Arizona Sunshine 2, Bootstrap Island, and Breachers
- PC VR Epic Pack: The Pirate Queen with Lucy Liu, Taskmaster VR, Wanderer, and Kayak VR: Mirage
- MR Fun Pack: Puzzling Places, Magic Keys, YUKI, Toy Trains, and Figmin XR
About HTC Vive
HTC Vive is a leading extended reality (XR) platform and ecosystem that creates true-to-life XR experiences for businesses and consumers. The Vive ecosystem includes premium XR hardware, software, and content. The company’s offerings encompass XR hardware, the Viveport platform and app store, Vive Enterprise Solutions for business customers, and Vive Arts for cultural initiatives. HTC’s business also includes the spatial collaboration platforms Viverse and Viverse for Business, HTC smartphones, the Vive Mars CamTrack virtual production system, and G Reigns 5G connectivity solutions.
Last Updated on September 19, 2024 by Nick Ross
