HTC, a Taiwan-based provider of smartphones, VR goggles, and other devices, has announced that its Japanese subsidiary, HTC NIPPON Corporation, will begin accepting pre-orders for its XR headset, VIVE XR Elite, on January 6, 2023. The "VIVE XR Elite" XR headset will be available for pre-order on Friday, January 6, 2023.
Announcing the "VIVE XR Elite" XR headset!
HTC NIPPON Corporation announced the release of its high-performance all-in-one XR headset, "VIVE XR Elite". This product can not only be used as a high-performance all-in-one XR headset, but can also be used as VR glasses by replacing the module, allowing it to be carried around and used according to your needs. The compact ergonomic design and weight balance of the headset can be used, and the infinitely adjustable IPD (interpupillary distance) allows the user to adjust the focal distance to suit the user with a dial function. Even those who normally use glasses can adjust the focal distance and focus on the subject, which is a great advantage for those with poor eyesight.
In addition to the comfort of wearing the headset, which is a concern, the headset provides a smooth and delicate visual environment with a wide viewing angle of 110°, 4K resolution, and a refresh rate of 90 Hz. It also includes VR and MR functionality, and supports pass-through with a full-color RGB camera.
In combination with the free VIVE Streaming, users can enjoy VR games, and when connected to a compatible Android smartphone, smartphone content such as videos and games can be streamed wirelessly to the VIVE XR Elite for viewing! VIVE XR Elite! The VIVE XR Elite's battery has a maximum output time of 2 hours, but is hot-swappable, so you can swap to another battery without interruption while in use. In the future, the system will also support face trackers and eye tracker parts.
| VIVE XR Elite Specifications | |
| Resolution | One eye 1920 x 1920 pixels (both eyes 3840 x 1920 pixels) |
|---|---|
| Headset Tracking | 6DoF inside-out tracking |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz |
| Field of View (FOV) | 110° max. |
| Audio | Dual microphones (echo cancellation) Built-in speaker |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 |
| Storage & Memory | 128GB / 12GB |
| Interface | 1x USB 3.2 Gen-1 Type-C side port 1x USB 3.2 Gen-1 Type-C power port Bluetooth 5.2 + BLE Wi-Fi 6 + 6E (Wi-Fi 6E support varies by country) |
| Sensors | 4x tracking camera 16 MP RGB camera Depth sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
| Track area conditions | -Both standing / sitting position available -Room scale -Minimum play area for standing position is 1.5m x 1.5m -Maximum play area of 10 x 10m recommended |
Pre-order starts on January 6!
The VIVE XR Elite XR headset is available for pre-order at the HTC Online Store starting Friday, January 6, 2023! The retail price is 179,000 yen (tax included), and while pre-orders are open, the release date has not yet been determined at the time of writing. Follow HTC Japan's official Twitter (@HTCJapan ) for more information on the release date. Pre-order the VIVE XR Elite XR headset by Wednesday, February 15, 2023, and you will receive five content rewards worth over $100.
With five content rewards worth $100, this is an opportunity not to be missed. If you're considering buying, be sure to get your pre-order in by Wednesday, February 15, 2023, and wait for the sale! Please note that once purchased, no cancellations or returns will be accepted. For more information on the VIVE XR Elite, please visit the official HTC VIVE website.
これが正統な進化‼
HTCから「VIVE XR Elite」が新登場?✅超軽量なのに高性能（視野角110°・解像度4K・リフレッシュレート90Hz）
✅VRとMRの両方が楽しめる。フルカラーRGBカメラによるパススルーに感動！
✅事前予約で5つの素敵なコンテンツがもらえる詳細→https://t.co/78ORybe5iR pic.twitter.com/02gK9UHt9t
— htcvivejapan (@htcvivejapan) January 5, 2023
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